Positions in Volleyball Challenge

Name the position: attacks from the left antenna and requires a player with good jumping ability.

• Outside Hitter

• Opposite Hitter

• Setter

• Middle Blocker/Hitter

• Libero

Name the position: also known as the right-side hitter. Plays near the right antenna. Tend to be players with most versatility and can excel on both offense and defense.

• Outside Hitter

• Opposite Hitter

• Setter

• Middle Blocker/Hitter

• Defensive Specialist

Name the position: Runs the team's offense. They aim to receive the second touch and set it for an attacking player.

• Outside Hitter

• Opposite Hitter

• Setter

• Middle Blocker/Hitter

• Libero

Name the position: Tends to be the team's tallest player. On defense, blocks center area of the net as well as move side-to-side to help teammates with blocking. On offense, need to execute fast attacks.

• Outside Hitter

• Opposite Hitter

• Setter

• Middle Blocker/Hitter

• Libero

Name the position: Focuses on defense; only plays in the back row. Needs good passing and defensive skills. They wear a different colored jersey. They cannot block, set an attack in the front, or attack the ball above the height of the net.

• Outside Hitter

• Opposite Hitter

• Setter

• Middle Blocker/Hitter

• Libero

Name the position: They come in to replace a player who may not have the proper skills for the back row. Different from libero in that they can play any spot on the court.

• Libero

• Opposite Hitter

• Setter

• Middle Blocker/Hitter

• Defensive Specialist

Select the two responsibilities for this position: Outside Hitter

• One of the primary passers.

• Block opponent's hitter.

• Run the offense.

• Replace certain players in the back row.

Select the two main responsibilities for this position: Opposite Hitter

• Attack the ball when receiving a set.

• Set the ball for teammates.

• Replace certain players in the back row.

• Work with middle hitter on blocks.

Select the two responsibilities for this position: Setter

• Run the offense.

• Set the ball for teammates.

• Replace certain players in the back row.

Select the two responsibilities for this position: Libero

• Be ready to dig an opponent's attack.

• Set the ball for teammates from the front court.

• Replace certain players in the back row.