Volleyball Rules Q&A

How many players are on the court in beach volleyball?

Quick Answer

Beach volleyball is played 2 versus 2, with no substitutions and no libero. Each roster is exactly two players.

Full Explanation

Per FIVB Beach Volleyball rules, each team fields exactly 2 players, compared with 6 per side indoors and 3 per side in snow volleyball. There are no substitutions and no libero, so the pair that starts a match is the pair that finishes it. With only two players there is no rotation through the six indoor court zones: players hold static positions and simply alternate service order. A team that drops below two players is declared incomplete and forfeits the set or the match.

Rulesets covered: FIVB Beach  |  Rule Reference: FIVB Beach Volleyball Rules

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