Volleyball is the world's second popular sport after soccer. The United States Volleyball Association (USVBA) is the national governing body with its headquarters located in Colorado Springs, Colorado which is also the Olympic training center.
The basics of the original game has changed drastically over the years. Players are now expected to achieve the more advanced skills of the game and keep abreast of the new developments. The rebound aspect of volleyball creates unique challenges for all players. Volleyball makes broad motor skill demands on a player in spatial orientation, balance, rhythm, power, speed, and other abilities. Volleyball is not a copy of experiences of any other team sport, but it is the truest team sport.
The development of this web site is to provide an overview of the game, the skills needed to play, and other pertinent information. This is an adaption of a player book first developed in the 90's by Nancy Castillo, former FCHS and Ferrum college head coach, Janet Betterton, former assistant FCHS volleyball coach, and volleyball coach, Andy Flora. Please provide feedback to andy.flora@frco.k12.va.us