rannavõrkpalli

Rannavõrkpall is a sport played by two teams of two players on a sand court divided by a net. It is a variation of indoor volleyball and is played recreationally and professionally worldwide. The objective of the game is to score points by grounding the ball on the opposing team's side of the court or by the opposing team committing a fault.

Rannavõrkpall originated in the United States in the 1920s, and its popularity grew steadily over the decades. It became an Olympic sport in 1996. The game is characterized by its dynamic play, requiring agility, strength, and teamwork. Players must be adept at diving, jumping, and passing the ball accurately, often in challenging sandy conditions.

The court dimensions for rannavõrkpall are smaller than for indoor volleyball, measuring 16 meters long and 8 meters wide. The net height is the same as indoor volleyball: 2.43 meters for men and 2.24 meters for women. Unlike indoor volleyball, players in rannavõrkpall cannot substitute players, meaning the original two players must finish the game.

Scoring in rannavõrkpall is similar to indoor volleyball, with points awarded for successful attacks that land in bounds or when the opposing team commits a fault. Common faults include hitting the ball out of bounds, touching the net, or carrying the ball. Matches are typically played in a best-of-three sets format. The first two sets are usually played to 21 points, and if necessary, a deciding third set is played to 15 points, with a two-point lead required to win each set.