Volleyball Alphabet ChallengeOnline version Guess a volleyball term for every letter from A to Z. by Mark Heaney A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z Starts with A Serve that lands in the opponent's court without being touched. Starts with B Defensive move at the net to stop an opposing attack. Starts with C The playing area bounded by lines where the game takes place. Starts with D Reaction save to keep a hard-driven ball from hitting the floor. Starts with E Boundary line at the back of each side of the court. Starts with F Surface used to pass the ball with a flat, controlled contact. Starts with G A complete period of play comprising sets to determine a winner. Starts with H Player who executes attacks to score points by contacting the ball forcefully. Starts with I A well-placed set that allows a clean, controlled attack. Starts with J Serve delivered with a jump to gain power and angle. Starts with K Protective gear worn on the knees during dives and slides. Starts with L Specialist defensive player restricted to the back-row and not allowed to spike. Starts with M Attack position near the net responsible for quick, close-to-net plays. Starts with N Barrier separating the two teams that balls must pass over. Starts with O Team strategy focused on scoring through attacks and serves. Starts with P Controlled contact used to set up the next play, typically with forearms. Starts with Q Set delivered rapidly to a fast-attacking hitter near the net. Starts with R Order of players around the court as the rally progresses. Starts with S Powerful downward attack aimed at scoring a point. Starts with T Soft, off-speed attack used to deceive blockers. Starts with U A serve or pass made with an upward, scooping motion. Starts with V Rally sequence where players keep the ball in the air without letting it touch the floor. Starts with W Outside attacker responsible for frequent attacks from the sidelines. Starts with X A tactical variation used to confuse blockers and defenders. Starts with Y Disciplinary warning issued for violations of rules. Starts with Z Defensive arrangement where players cover specific court areas.