Rules and Regulations

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All participants in the league assume the risk of injury/illness. New Town Volleyball, its employees, and volunteers shall not be liable for injury to person or loss or damage to personal property arising from or in any way resulting from participation.

 

General Regulations

• All players must have a waiver filled out prior to playing. This will be completed as a hardcopy before the first game of the season. 

• All players must be 16 years or older. If a player is under 18 years of age they must be accompanied by an adult for the entirety of game play and a parent must sign their waiver. 

 

League Rules - Coed 6's

• Each team will play 3 games to 21 (must win by 2 with a cap at 23) – Rally scoring. 

• Teams will be allowed a 10 minute grace period before forfeiting their first game. After 5 additional minutes (15 total) all three matches will be forfeited.

• Teams unable to field 6 players should follow these guidelines: Teams of 4 may have up to 2 boys, teams of 5 may have up to 3 boys.

• A team of ALL girls IS allowed.

•  No more than 3 males on the court at any time per team.

• Players may regularly substitute on different teams. However, players can only be rostered on one team per division per night. Players may only play on one team per division per night during playoffs.

• **Double contact IS allowed on a team’s first touch if it is a hard driven ball from the opponent as long as it happens during one fluid motion. This is a standard sand volleyball rule. A ball can hit off the arms and bounce off of the chest. A ball cannot bounce off of the arms and then be kicked by the same player, as this is not one motion.**

• **Sets will be called a lift if the entire momentum of the ball is stopped to an extent where it is deemed noticeable by the referee or elbows drop while contacting the ball on a set. It is normal for wrists and even forearms to drop while momentarily touching the ball. A moment of prolonged contact is fine, a split second is too long. This distinction will be determined and called by the referees, not by the players. (reference: Better at Beach)**

• A block does not count as a touch. A team may block and still have 3 touches.

• Substitutes can be used throughout the season, however those subs must sign a waiver and be on the roster.

• Serves may hit the net and go over.

• Players in the net will be called per the referees best judgement. Net calls will be made if the player moves the net a noticeable amount due to the interaction. Jousting is allowed. 

• Players can set the serve over the net as long as it is NOT in a downward motion. 

• Players may NOT attack (spike) or block the serve in a downward motion even if the player keeps two feet on the ground. 

• Players may use their feet to get the ball up but not over the net. 

• Players may set the ball over at any time. 

• Players may use their head to pass or send the ball over the net.

• Players may cross into the opponent’s area (generally during "pursuit" or during an attempt to save a ball in or under the net) as long as they do not interfere with the opponents. 

 

League Champions 

• The team that wins the playoffs at the end of the session will be declared league champion. These players will earn a shirt at the end of the season.

 

House Rules 

• Unsportsmanlike conduct or abusive language towards the other team/referee will not be tolerated. May result in a forfeit of your game, removal from the premises, or expulsion from the league. 

• Children and/or adults not signed up for leagues are not allowed on the courts. Waivers are required.

• You must always wear a shirt and shoes when entering the bar/restaurant areas. 

• Absolutely no outside drinks are allowed. The volleyball courts fall within the neighboring businesses liquor licenses. Teams that do not follow this rule can be removed from the league without a refund.

 

Play Offs 

• Winner determined by best 2 out of 3 games to 15 points (must win by 2 but 17 point cap) – Rally scoring. Championship games will all be played to 21 (must win by 2 with a 23 point cap). 

• Games cannot be held up due to teams having players on multiple teams, the normal 10 minute rule is enforced. 

• Players may only play on one team per division per night for playoffs. (EX: Players cannot play on two high rec teams during one night of playoffs)

• Players participating in playoff games should have played on the team during the regular season a minimum of one time.

 

How much do leagues cost? 

• All teams are $260 for a nine week session but there is a pay early option that saves your team $20. 

How can I register and pay for my team?

• You may register and complete payment by going to Newtownvolleyball.com and following the link to Playbook. “How To” videos for Playbook are listed on the Newtownvolleyball.com website. For sponsorship teams, checks are accepted - please contact us info@newtownvolleyball.com

 

What is the difference between your divisions? 

• Low Rec – NO Spiking At Net Allowed

o Low Rec league. Most players have played before but are still learning the basics. 

• High Rec – Spiking allowed 

o High Rec league. More competitive play, skill level is moderate. (3 hits common)

• Competitive – *Plays Thursday Only 

o Competitive play, skill level ranges from competitive to open. 

 

What is the rainout policy? 

We will try and get all the games in and play in slight rain, but we don’t play in consistent, heavy rain or if any lightning is present. If you are unsure about the weather, please check our facebook page or website to see if the games are still on, canceled, or delayed. If your game is canceled you will be contacted about a makeup date. There might be a possibility of a double header. If we have the possibility to play, assume we will play. Weather will be updated day of on Facebook @newtownvolleyball and through Playbook App if enrolled. 

Can individuals sign up for league play? 

We receive several inquiries from players that would like to be placed on a team. We do our best to put these players together to form a new team or put them in contact with existing teams needing a player. No guarantees. Please join the “Players Looking for a Team” Facebook page.