Men’s 6s

Linkup Rulebook can be found here

General

• All regular season matches will be based on an honour system. Games will be self-officiated resulting in players having to call their own fouls. If there is a disagreement, no point is awarded and the ball is re-served.
• All schedules and results will be posted online.
• Teams are responsible for recording scores of their sets and if no scores are recorded, then each team will receive only one point for the entire match.
• Teams must be ready to begin the game at their designated time. Players who come early to warm up must respect groups using the gym before them. Game balls will be provided, however you may bring your own for warm ups.
• Team captains must know and enforce league guidelines, ensure their teammates are aware of league guidelines, and ensure their roster is up-to-date before every game.
• Spectators and their actions are the responsibility of the team and they will abide by all rules discussed herein.
• No outside food or drinks in the gyms, aside from water.

Rules

• 1. Team Composition:
  • 6 vs 6 Volleyball: Each team would field 6 players per set. The total number of players in a team (including substitutions) could be up to a maximum of 9 players. Each team is allowed to play one (1) player less than the minimum and still not be disqualified. Any players less than that and the team may be in forfeiture. The final decision on whether teams play one another with less than minimum players is decided among the team captains and is relayed to the league official present.
  • Every player is required to wear their top and bottom jerseys during their games
  • If an injury occurs during a game and reduces the number of players, the game will proceed without forfeiting.
  • Default: If a team is unable to field the minimum requirements within 10 minutes of the start time, then that team is deemed to have forfeited their game. The opponent will automatically score a 25-0 win for all three sets
• 2. Format:
  • 1-2 matches will be played weekly.
  • Sets are typically played to 25 points, with a win margin of 2 points and cap at 29 points.
  • Duration of match (70 minutes): Each match is scheduled 10 minutes for warm up, please come on time. Furthermore, matches are limited to whichever comes first, either the 60-minute duration expires or when all three sets are played. All three sets are always played, with all three being played to 25 points where a team must win by two (2) points to a maximum overall point score of 29 points. If play is in the third set, and time expires, the team leading will be declared the winner of that set
• 3. Substitutions:
  • Substitutions are allowed during dead-ball situations and require the referee’s approval.
• 4. Rotation:
  • Players must rotate positions clockwise when their team wins the serve.
• 5. Service Rules:
  • Serves must be initiated from behind the back boundary line.
• 6. Ball Handling:
  • Teams have a maximum of three touches to return the ball over the net, often following the sequence of bump, set, spike.
  • Carrying or holding the ball is not permitted; it must be cleanly hit.
• 7. Net Play:
  • Players cannot make contact with the net during play.
  • Crossing the centerline under the net is strictly prohibited.
• 8. Antennae:
  • The ball must pass between the vertical extensions of the antennae to remain in play.
• 9. Out of Bounds:
  • A ball that lands completely outside the boundary lines is considered out of bounds.
• 10. Libero Player (Optional):
  • A libero player may be designated and have specific rules governing their play in the back row.
• 11. Substitution Guidelines:
  • Players re-enter the game according to their previous rotation order.
• 12. Officials:
  • Referees will be present at playoff games to enforce rules and call violations.
  • Regular season games will be self-officiated.

Tournament Structure:

• The tournament will follow a single-elimination format, meaning each team will have one opportunity to advance to the next round.
• The eight teams will be seeded based on their regular-season performance, with the top-seeded teams facing the lower-seeded teams in the initial rounds.

Match Rules:

• Matches will be played with standard volleyball rules, adhering to the league’s regulations.
• Each match will be best-of-three sets, with sets played to a specific point limit (25 points, win by 2).
• The team that wins two sets first will advance to the next round.

Schedule:

• The tournament will be structured to complete all rounds in a single day for the convenience of participants and spectators.
• The schedule will be organized, with designated match times and break periods, to ensure a smooth and exciting tournament experience.

Awards:

• Championship t-shirts and rings will be presented to the top-performing teams and players, celebrating their achievements in the league’s culminating event.

Spectators and Fan Engagement:

• Friends and family are invited to attend and support their favorite teams throughout the day.

Concluding Remarks:

• The single-day playoff tournament promises intense volleyball action, with each team aiming to claim the championship title.
• It’s a thrilling day for players, fans, and supporters, making it a memorable event for your volleyball league.