VOLLEYBALL RULES

SOA upholds a ZERO TOLERANCE policy for derogatory or vulgar language of any kind. If the SOA Code of Conduct is to be upheld at all time.  No warnings will be issued and the offender will be removed from the facility. Smoking and Alcohol is not permitted on any SOA facility



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Official Volleyball Rules

4‑1‑4 (NEW): Allows the use of a molded protective face mask made of hard material during play.
Rationale: Creates consistency with other NFHS rules codes.
 
7‑1‑1; 7‑1‑1 PENALTIES; 7‑1‑1 PENALTIES 2 (NEW); 9‑9‑1a (NEW); 10‑3‑7b: Eliminates the loss of rally/point penalty for failure to submit the team roster during the prematch conference and replaces the penalty with an unnecessary delay (administrative yellow card).
Rationale:Eliminates the double penalty for a late roster and an incorrect roster before the start of the match.
 
7‑1‑4a(1) & (2) NEW: Allows a team to correct a submitted lineup if it lists a libero number that no team member is wearing.
Rationale:Creates consistency in allowing the correction of a clerical error (listing a number that no team member is wearing) on the lineup for a starting position and the libero position.
 
12‑2‑6: Establishes that a yellow card issued for unsporting conduct to the head coach, assistant coach(es) or team bench will no longer require the head coach to remain seated, while maintaining that a red unsporting conduct card will require the head coach to remain seated for the remainder of the match.
Rationale: Creates a penalty progression by allowing an official to warn a head coach with a yellow unsporting conduct card without requiring the coach to remain seated for the remainder of the match.
 
Official Signal #15: Establishes that an official will rotate their forearms around each other with closed hands to signal substitution.
Rationale:Aligns with current trends of the sport.
 
2020‑21 VOLLEYBALL MAJOR EDITORIAL CHANGE
4‑2‑1e: Removes language referencing the size restrictions of mascots and/or school names placed on the uniform sleeve as a part of the 2019‑20 uniform rules changes.
10‑3‑6b, 10‑3‑6c, 10‑3‑6 NOTE (NEW): Clarifies the order of priority for an exceptional substitution for an injured/ill player aligning the language with Rule 10‑4‑3b.
 
2020‑21 Volleyball Editorial Changes
5‑4‑3c(22); 5‑4‑4b, c; 5‑5‑3b(20); 9‑7 PENALTIES 3; Rule 9 Unnecessary Delay Chart (NEW)
 
2020‑21 Volleyball Points of Emphasis
  1. Bench Behavior/Sportsmanship
  2. Management of Non‑Team Personnel
  3. Officials’ Communication
  4. Uniform Bottom Compliance
 




Code of Conduct (Coaches)
  • I will place the emotional and physical well being of my players ahead of my personal desire to win.
  • I will treat each player as an individual and expect age appropriate skills from all my players.
  • I will be knowledgeable in the rules of each sport that I coach and will teach the rules to my players.
  • I will attend and be on time for all practices and games, and if I am not able to be there, will ensure that someone else is available to coach my team.
  • I will review the Player’s Code of Conduct with my players and encourage them to abide by it.
  • I will do my best to provide a sage playing environment for my players.
  • I will lead by example in demonstrating fair play, a positive attitude, and good sportsmanship to all my players on and off the field.
  • I will be available to my players and parents to address any concerns that arise.
  • I will respect the decisions of referees, coaches, and SOA Staff.
  • I will treat all players, coaches, fans, and officials with respect regardless of race, sex, creed, or ability and expect the same in return.
  • I will remember that I am a youth sports coach and that the game is for children, not adults.
  • I will adhere to the Coach’s Code of Conduct while representing SOA at all practices, games, and events.

Code of Conduct (Parents)
  • I (and my guests) will encourage good sportsmanship by demonstrating positive support for all players, coaches, and officials at every game, practice or other SOA event.
  • I (and my guests) will not engage in any kind of unsportsmanlike conduct with any official, coach, player, or parent such as booing and taunting, refusing to shake hands, arguing calls or coaching decisions, or using profane language or gestures.
  • I will place the emotional and physical well being of my child ahead of my personal desire to win.
  • I will never ridicule or yell at my child or other participant for making a mistake of losing a competition.
  • I will insist that my child play in a safe and healthy environment.
  • I will require that my child’s coach be trained in the responsibilities of being a SOA coach and that the coach upholds the Coach’s Code of Conduct.
  • I will support coaches and officials working with my child, in order to encourage a positive and enjoyable experience for all.
  • I will demand a sports environment for my child that is free from drugs, tobacco and alcohol and will refrain from their use at all SOA events.
  • I will remember that the game is for youth - NOT adults.
  • I will do my very best to make youth sports fun for my child.
  • I will ask my child to treat other players, coaches, fans and officials with respect regardless of race, sex, creed or ability, and expect the same in return.
  • I will help my child enjoy the SOA experience by doing whatever I can, such as being a respectful fan, assisting with coaching, or providing transportation.
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Code of Conduct (Players) 10U & Above
  • I will demonstrate good sportsmanship at all times.
  • I will attend all practices and games, be on time, in uniform, and ready to play.
  • I will learn the rules of the game and play by them.
  • I will listen to and learn from my coaches and parents.
  • I will show respect for players, coaches, and parents and expect the same in return.
  • I will be responsible for my performance, behavior, and attitude both on the court and off.
  • I will respect the decisions of my coaches, parents, and referees.
  • I will encourage my parents to be involved with my team.
  • I understand that it is a privilege to play sports, not a right.
  • I will do my best in school and remember that school comes first.
  • I will remember that I am part of a team.
  • I will remember that winning is fun, but it isn’t everything.
  • I will have fun.