Block

A block is the action of players close to the net to intercept the ball coming from the opponent by reaching above the net. Per FIVB Rule 14.1.1, only front-row players may complete a block. A block contact does not count as one of the team's three permitted touches; after a block, the team still has three contacts available. Back-row players may not complete a block or take part in a completed block, and the libero may not even attempt to block (FIVB Rules 14.6.2 and 14.6.6).

Ruleset: FIVB  |  Rule Reference: FIVB Rule 14