07/24/2026
New rule changes for the 2026 high school season.
Good luck to all the players and coaches!
🚨 BREAKING: The NFHS approved 7 volleyball rules changes and updates for the 2026–2027 high school season.
Here’s what’s changing:
🏐 1. Two liberos may now be designated (only one can be on the court at a time).
🏐 2. State associations may approve textured volleyballs for competition.
🏐 3. Libero uniform bottoms no longer have to match the team’s uniform bottoms.
🏐 4. Players on the serving team may not raise their hands above their heads before the serve crosses the net (to reduce screening).
🏐 5. Audio and video devices are prohibited during a match FOR ATHLETES to wear(spectators may record!)
🏐 6. Several rules were updated to clarify two-libero procedures, including injury, disqualification, and redesignation.
🏐 7. Additional editorial and administrative updates were made throughout the NFHS volleyball rules book to improve consistency and rule application.
Which of these changes do you think will have the biggest impact on high school volleyball?
👇 Let us know in the comments!
