Wednesday Sand Volleyball: 4x4 Coed Season 3

This league is an ADVANCED/INTERMEDIATE or RECREATIONAL. Please see the rules page

Advanced
For advanced players only. These players would be considered AA - BB level in Asheville and represent the highest skill level at Highland. Advanced rules apply in all Advanced leagues and tournaments. Players must have full understanding and mastery of posted rules, and be well-practiced in clean touches, advanced serving, and hand setting.
Inexperienced players should NOT register for Advanced leagues or tournaments and may be asked to drop out for safety purposes.

Intermediate
For experienced sand players who would be considered BB or B level in Asheville. Intermediate players should be familiar with three-hit rallies, consistent serving, and comfortable with or learning clean hand setting.
Advanced rules apply in Intermediate/Advanced leagues. Inexperienced players should NOT register for Intermediate leagues and may be asked to drop out for safety reasons.

Recreational
For any volleyball player looking to have fun! Open to players of all levels, including beginners. Players should have a general understanding of the game and follow Highland Brewing League Rules.
Players should know how to serve (overhand or underhand) and pass. Advanced rules DO NOT apply to Rec Leagues.

When Are We Playing?

• 8 weeks including playoffs

• Game times: 6:00 & 7:00 or 8:00 & 9:00

What to Expect:

• Teams play for two consecutive hours (6:00–8:00 or 8:00–10:00), rotating weekly

• All matches must end by 10:05 PM

• Rock, paper, scissors or coin flip determines first server; winner chooses serve or side. Loser of set serves first in the next game

• Teams play two matches per week, each match is three sets over one hour

• Set format: 21, 21, 15 (third set may go to 21 if time allows). Caps are 25 and 21

• 10-minute grace period to start with required players

  • 10 min late = forfeit 1st game

  • 20 min late = forfeit full match

• Players must be present at game start to play. Mid-game arrivals require opponent approval

How Do Playoffs Work?

• Final week is a single-elimination bracket based on standings

  • Rankings: Wins > Points > Losses

  • 1st & 2nd place get a first-round bye

• Playoffs have 45-minute time slots per match, both divisions play simultaneously

• Rounds 1 & 2: Best of 3 to 15

• Semis & Finals: Best of 3 to 21

How Do I Enter Scores?

• Team captains enter scores in the League Linq App: YouTube Tutorial

• Both teams can submit or edit scores for one week; after that, scores are locked

• Missing or unentered scores may affect standings

• If forfeiting, captains must select the forfeit option. Failure to do so may impact standings

What If There Is Bad Weather?

• If dangerous weather is in the forecast, games may be postponed or delayed

  • Players will be notified via the league messaging system

  • If no message is received, assume games are ON

• Games continue in light/moderate rain

• Postponed or delayed if:

  • Severe rain or flash flooding

  • Lightning within 5 miles (delay is 30 minutes from last strike)

  • Lightning within 10 miles is a warning; play may continue unless it moves closer

• Make-up matches will be rescheduled before playoffs as best as possible

Highlights:

• Meet fellow Sand Volleyball enthusiasts & make new friends

• Enjoy a competitive atmosphere with food, drinks, and music

• Weekly standings & updates to keep the competitive spirit alive

• Special awards including Prize-Winning Play of the Season!