Speed Volleyball

Gameplay

• 20+ Players 👥

• 15+ Minutes ⏱️

What You’ll Need

• A volleyball court or similar space

• A volleyball

• A whistle (optional)

Setup

• Split into teams of 5–8 players, depending on your group size.

• Assign each team a number and pick a team captain for each.

• Position the first two teams on opposite sides of the court, with the others waiting in order on the sideline.

How to Play

• Start with Teams 1 & 2. They play a single rally.

• Winning team stays on the court and earns 1 point.

• Losing team rotates off to the back of the team line.

• Next team in line steps on and immediately begins play.

• Speed increases once each team has had a turn—winning teams may serve as soon as they receive the ball.

• Standard volleyball rules apply for hits, serving, and scoring.

• First team to 25 points wins!

Say Something Like
"Alright everyone, today we’re playing Speed Volleyball! This is volleyball with a twist—you’ll need to be quick on your feet and ready to jump into action. The objective is simple: be the first team to reach 25 points. When your team loses a rally, you’ll rotate off the court and the next team jumps in. Team captains, make sure your players know when it’s their turn to play. Let’s see which team has what it takes to be our Speed Volleyball champions!"

Variations

• Quick Switch: Lower the winning score to 15 for a shorter game.

• King of the Court: Winning team always stays on the same side of the court.

• Progressive Points: Consecutive wins increase point value (1 for first win, 2 for second, etc.).

Teaching Points
This game highlights the importance of being ready in and out of season—just like our spiritual lives, where we must be alert, quick to serve, and part of a team working toward a greater goal.

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