What is the playmaker who distributes the balls called?
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Setter
The setter is the director: touching nearly every second ball and setting the pace of the attack.
💡 Did you know? The setter is the 'director': like a playmaker in football.
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What is the attacker at position 4 called?
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Outside hitter
The outside hitter attacks from the left: usually the team's top scorer.
💡 Did you know? Outside hitters receive the most sets in a match.
What is the player defending at the net in the centre called?
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Middle blocker
The middle blocker is the block hub at the net: tall, springy and constantly on the move.
💡 Did you know? The middle blocker is usually the tallest player.
What is the attacker positioned diagonally across from the setter called?
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Opposite
The opposite attacks opposite the setter: often the most powerful point-scorer.
💡 Did you know? The opposite hitter often scores the key points.
What is the defensive specialist who doesn't attack called?
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Libero
The libero is a pure defensive specialist: back-row only, and may neither attack nor serve.
💡 Did you know? The libero is recognised by a different-coloured jersey.
How many players per team are on court?
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6
Six on six; after each won rally everyone rotates one position.
💡 Did you know? Six against six in indoor volleyball.
In which direction do players rotate?
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Clockwise
Clockwise rotation ensures every player takes every position and the serve.
💡 Did you know? After winning the serve, everyone rotates one position clockwise.
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