röplabda

Röplabda is a team sport played by two teams of six players on a rectangular court separated by a net. The aim is to score points by grounding the ball on the opponent's court or forcing an error. A rally continues until the ball is out of play or a fault occurs.

Each team is allowed up to three touches to return the ball. A player may not hit the ball twice in succession, with the exception of a block. The libero is a defensive specialist who wears a distinct jersey and has restricted attacking rules and substitution options.

Scoring uses rally scoring: sets are played to 25 points, with at least a two-point lead; if needed, a fifth set is played to 15 points with the same two-point margin rule. Modern matches use rally scoring throughout, including the final set.

Equipment and court: The indoor court measures 18 by 9 meters. The net height is 2.43 meters for men and 2.24 meters for women. The ball is spherical, with a circumference of 65–67 cm and a weight of 260–280 g.

History: The game was created in 1895 by William G. Morgan in Holyoke, Massachusetts, as "mintonette". It was renamed volleyball after a 1896 demonstration and spread worldwide. The sport became an Olympic event in 1964.

Hungary: Röplabda is governed domestically by the Magyar Röplabda Szövetség (MRSZ). Domestic leagues include NB I for men and women, and the national teams compete in European championships and world events.