Mabank High School

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.

🏐 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.