One runs the offence. The other keeps the ball alive. One is constantly making decisions. The other is constantly cleaning up chaos. So, who actually has the harder job here, the setter or the libero? If you've played long enough, you probably already have an opinion. And if you've played both positions? You might have a completely different opinion depending on the day. Let's settle this once and for all. The Setter: The Brain Behind the Attack People love calling the setter

Discover the unwritten rules, characters, energy, and community that make Nigerian volleyball courts feel like home. There are volleyball courts you go to just to play. And then there are volleyball courts you go to because you know somebody will be there. You know the player who's always the first to arrive. The coach who catches a bad receive from across the court . The regular who somehow knows everybody's name. The beginner hovering at the edge of the court, waiting for t

You just started volleyball. You’ve learned how to hold the ball, you’ve watched a few matches, and now you’re already imagining yourself flying above the net for that perfect spike. We get it. The spike is exciting. But the problem is that many beginners want to learn how to attack before they have learned how to control the ball. And in volleyball, you can’t build a good attack without a good foundation. The Spike Isn’t Where Volleyball Starts Attacking might be one of the

As the sport continues to grow, so does the community, opportunity and the passion around it. There is a certain feeling that comes with standing around a volleyball court in Nigeria. The sound of the ball hitting the floor, teammates calling for the next ball, coaches giving instructions from the sideline and players celebrating a good rally all come together to create something that feels bigger than a game. For someone watching from the outside, it may simply be six player

What makes a good volleyball player? It takes more than a good serve or a powerful spike. This article explains everything that makes a good volleyball player, asides the hard skills

I was scrolling through TikTok recently when I came across a video by Promise Agu (@Prom_Queen) that immediately caught my attention. "Height is overrated in volleyball," she said. "Volleyball IQ is the most important thing you need." This is one of those opinions that makes you stop scrolling for a second. If you've spent enough time around volleyball, you've probably heard a version of that argument before. Some people believe height is everything. Others insist that game

This interactive visual helps you understand the basic rules and strategy of volleyball

When a child discovers volleyball, it’s often the beginning of an exciting journey. New friendships, new skills, and new opportunities all start on the court. But while young players are learning the game, parents are learning too. If your child has just started playing volleyball, here are seven mistakes to avoid