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Volleyball Net Height: What is it for Men, Women, Coed and Sitting?
Volleyball net height varies for different disciplines of the game. Find out what it is for the men, the women, coed and sitting volleyball disciplines.
The volleyball net height varies for the men and women. According to the official rules for indoor courts the men's net height should be set at 7 feet 11 5/8 inches (almost feet 8' 0").
For the women the net should be set at seven feet four 1/8 inches (7' 4 1/8" ).
There are also official net heights based on players belonging to different age groups.
The net height is lower for players age 11 to 15 and its lower for ages 45, 55 and 75.
What's The Official Net Height?
At the end of the 1800s, when William G. Morgan first invented the sport, he initially established the original volleyball net height at six feet six inches.
Since the sport was introduced first to the YMCA, the Young Men's Christian Association, only men were playing the game so the first net height was pretty low compared to the height it is today.
Today for the men, the official volleyball net height which is measured starting at the top of the net, in the center of the court to the ground, should be seven (7) feet 11 5/8 inches. For those who use the metric system, that's 2.43 meters.
The women's volleyball net height, who's measurements are taken the same way, from the center of the net is officially 7 feet four 4 1/8 inches. In meters that reads, 2.24m.
The height of the net is measured from the center of the playing court. Above the two sidelines, the net height has to be exactly the same and "can't exceed the official height by more than 2 cm (3/4").
Coed Reverse
Speaking of women, hitting harder and blocking bigger ..this led to the variation of the game called coed reverse.
In reverse coed competition, women play front row and men play back row on a team of four or six players playing against an opposing team of four or six players.
As you can imagine, now the roles are "reversed."
The females play the power game, staying in the front row with the blocking responsibilities when their team is on defense and maintain the primary hitting responsibilities when on offense.
The men can hit from the back row but primary hitting responsibilities are held by the females in the front row.
In coed reverse doubles, the females play on the left side and stay in the front court in defense going to the net to block.
Male teammates play on the right side and have the setting responsibilities and defense tasks in the back court.
The official net height for reverse coed is the same as the women's official height, which 7 feet 4 1/8 inches.
Things that make you go "Hmmm!" Starting to make sense now?
Volleyball Net Equipment Recommendations
Understanding volleyball net specifications is essential, but having the right net equipment is equally important.
As a professional coach, I'll guide you through selecting the appropriate net systems for different levels of play.
1. PROFESSIONAL COMPETITION NETS
Premium Choice:
- Senoh Competition Volleyball Net
* Official NCAA/FIVB approved
* Kevlar-reinforced top cable
* Professional side tapes
* Aircraft-grade steel cables
* Height adjustment markers
* Price Range: $400-500
Mid-Range Option:
- Tandem Sport Professional Net
* Steel cable construction
* 4" top tape binding
* Competition side tapes
* Net tensioning system
* Price Range: $250-300
Budget-Friendly Pro:
* 32' regulation length
* Steel cable top/bottom
* Side pockets for antennae
* Price Range: $200-250
2. TRAINING & PRACTICE NETS
Premium Practice:
- Park & Sun Sports Tournament Net
* Weather-resistant design
* Multiple height settings
* Quick setup system
* Carrying case included
* Price Range: $150-200
Mid-Range Practice:
- Franklin Sports Volleyball Net
* Adjustable heights
* Weather-resistant
* Easy tension system
* Storage bag included
* Price Range: $100-150
Budget Training:
- Champion Sports Volleyball Net
* Basic steel cable
* Standard side tapes
* Universal fit
* Price Range: $75-100
3. NET HEIGHT MEASURING TOOLS
Professional Tool:
* All metal construction
* Multiple height settings
* Quick-read measurements
* Carrying case
* Price Range: $75-100
Standard Measure:
* Aluminum construction
* Pre-set height marks
* Portable design
* Price Range: $40-60
Basic Tool:
* Tape measure style
* Basic height markers
* Compact design
* Price Range: $20-30
4. NET SYSTEM ACCESSORIES
Professional Antenna Set:
* FIVB approved
* Fiberglass construction
* Carrying case
* Price Range: $100-150
Net Tension System:
* Heavy-duty ratchet
* Safety lock system
* Universal fit
* Price Range: $50-75
Replacement Cables:
* Steel aircraft cable
* Universal length
* End fittings included
* Price Range: $30-50
PRO COACH TIPS:
- Invest in a professional net if hosting tournaments
- Always have backup tension straps
- Consider weather resistance for outdoor use
- Match net quality to level of play
- Store nets properly to extend life
Volleyball Net Systems
COMPARISON CHART
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Feature Price Range Cable Type Top Tape Width Tension System Setup Time Durability Weather Resistance Height Adjustment Antenna Compatibility Professional Look FIVB/NCAA Approved Storage Requirements |
Professional Nets $150-500 2 - 3 hours 1-2 years School Gyms 15-20 mins 3-5 years High Precise Professional ***** Yes Large |
Training Nets $50-150 15 - 30 mins 6-12 months Multi-use Spaces 10 -15 mins 1-3 years Medium Good Universal **** Some Medium |
Recreational Nets $30-90 5 - 10 mins 3-6 months Practice Sessions 5-10 mins 6 mo-1 year Low Basic Limited *** No Small |
Detailed Specifications
Cable Strength:
- Professional: 2000+ lb test
- Training: 1000-2000 lb test
- Recreational: 500-1000 lb test
Net Material Quality:
- Professional: #36 nylon mesh
- Training: #24-36 nylon mesh
- Recreational: #21 nylon mesh
Side Tape Construction:
- Professional: Double-stitched vinyl
- Training: Single-stitched vinyl
- Recreational: Basic webbing
BEST SUITED FOR:
Professional Nets:
- College programs
- Club tournaments
- High school competitions
- Professional events
Training Nets:
- School practices
- Club training
- Regular team use
- Multi-purpose facilities
Recreational Nets:
- Backyard practice
- Beach setup
- Casual play
- Temporary courts
INVESTMENT VALUE:
- Professional: Best long-term value
- Training: Best versatility value
- Recreational: Best entry-level value
SEASONAL BUYING GUIDE
Spring (March-May)
Best Time to Buy:
- Indoor competition nets (end of season sales)
- Outdoor system packages
- Net height measuring tools
Pro Tip: Look for package deals combining nets with antennae
Summer (June-August)
Best Time to Buy:
- Beach volleyball nets
- Portable systems
- Weather-resistant equipment
Pro Tip: Watch for mid-summer clearance sales
Fall (September-November)
Best Time to Buy:
- Indoor competition nets (pre-season)
- Training packages
- Complete system upgrades
Pro Tip: Back-to-school specials often include net systems
Winter (December-February)
Best Time to Buy:
- Previous year models
- Replacement parts
- Accessory packages
Pro Tip: Holiday sales offer best prices on premium nets
PART 2: MAINTENANCE AND SETUP GUIDE
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PRE-SETUP CHECKLIST:
□ Inspect all cables and hardware
□ Check for proper tools
□ Verify pole system compatibility
□ Clean setup area
□ Review height requirements
PROFESSIONAL NET SETUP:
1. Initial Setup
- Position poles correctly
- Attach bottom cable first
- Thread top cable
- Install side tapes
2. Tensioning Process
- Bottom cable first (moderate tension)
- Top cable second (full tension)
- Side tape adjustment
- Final bottom cable tightening
3. Height Adjustment
- Measure both sides
- Center height check
- Antenna alignment
- Final measurements
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE:
Daily:
- Check tension
- Inspect for tears
- Clean visible marks
- Verify height
Weekly:
- Deep clean net
- Check all hardware
- Inspect cables
- Test tension system
Monthly:
- Complete system check
- Hardware maintenance
- Cable inspection
- Tension system service
Seasonal:
- Deep cleaning
- Hardware replacement
- Cable replacement if needed
- Complete system inspection
STORAGE GUIDELINES:
Short-Term Storage:
- Roll net properly
- Avoid sharp bends
- Store in dry area
- Keep hardware together
Long-Term Storage:
- Clean thoroughly
- Roll on tube/pole
- Use storage bag
- Climate-controlled area
- Keep documentation
TROUBLESHOOTING:
Common Issues & Solutions:
1. Loose Tension
- Check hardware
- Inspect cables
- Verify pole stability
- Adjust tension system
2. Uneven Height
- Check pole heights
- Verify floor level
- Adjust guy wires
- Measure all points
3. Net Damage
- Assess repair needs
- Use repair tape
- Document damage
- Consider replacement
4. Hardware Issues
- Inspect all parts
- Replace worn items
- Maintain spares
- Document repairs
PRO MAINTENANCE TIPS:
- Keep spare hardware
- Document maintenance
- Take setup photos
- Train multiple people
- Maintain tool kit
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Volleyball Net Height
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What should you read next? Here are three options:
- Learn more about the Net.
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Serving slang is not just about individual techniques; it also relates to overall game strategy. A coach might instruct a player to serve a "short serve" or a "deep serve" to target specific areas of the opponent's court or exploit weaknesses in their serve receive formation.
Ari, my private training client and I are working specifically on serving on jump float cross court serves ...short to Zone 2
There's so much we work on to get to this point where she can contact the ball with
- the same toss height and same toss location
- the same armswing speed
- the same timing for when her serving hand contacts the ball
- the middle of the hand contacting the middle of the ball every single time
- getting use to watching her serving hand contact the ball at the highest point of her jump ...before she starts to land
- and finally contacting the ball in the precise spot on the ball so it goes where the coach wants the player to put it so in this case ..a short serve in the farthest short right corner on the court also called Zone 2.
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