What Is the Height of a Regulation Volleyball Net?

Volleyball originated in the United States in 1895. Two teams of 6 players each stand on either side of the net and try to score points by hitting an un-returnable ball--without a foul--to the other team. The ball must be touched no more than three times before sending it back over the net to the opposing team. Scoring is best of five sets, with each set having 25 points.

  1. Placement of Measurement

    • To get the official height, you need to measure from the center of the net.

    Official Height

    • Men's official net height is 7 feet, 11 5/8 inches. For women it is 7 feet 4 1/8 inches. Co-ed is played with a men's official height net.

    Sideline Height

    • The sideline net height cannot be higher than 3/4 inch above the official height.

    Sand Play

    • If you are playing in the sand, measurements are from the level of raked sand and do not take into account any amount your feet may sink into the sand.

    Grass Play

    • If you are playing in the grass, measurements are not made from the top of the grass, but from the ground level.

    The Court

    • Court dimensions are based from the outside edges. Boundary lines are 29 feet 6 inches wide and 59 feet long. A clear area around the boundaries of at least 10 feet is preferred.