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Thursday Summer 2v2 Sand League - YR2026

Details Schedule Standings Playoff Teams Rules

1. General Format

  • Matches are best 2 out of 3 sets.

  • Sets 1 & 2: to 21 points, win by 2, cap at 23.

  • Set 3 (if needed): to 15 points, win by 2, cap at 17.

  • Rally scoring is used for all sets.

  • Teams switch sides every 7 points in sets to 21 and every 5 points in sets to 15.

  • Each team plays two matches per night.

  • Warm-up time: 5 minutes before the first match only.


2. Team Composition

  • Each team consists of 2 players.

  • Substitutes are allowed but must be registered and approved before match play.

  • Teams may play with one player in emergencies but forfeit the second set if unable to field two players by the next set.


3. Scoring & Standings

  • Win = 2 points, Loss = 1 point, Forfeit = 0 points.

  • Standings are determined by:

    1. Total points

    2. Head-to-head record

    3. Set differential

    4. Point differential

  • All teams advance to playoffs in Week 8.


4. Serving Rules

  • Serve may be underhand or overhand.

  • Let serves (ball contacting the net and landing in) are legal.

  • Server must call the score loudly before each serve.

  • Players alternate serves every side-out.

  • No jump serves are required to be declared.


5. Playing Rules

  • No open-hand tips or directional finger pushes.

  • Clean contact required on sets; no prolonged lifts or double contacts.

  • Hand setting over the net must be square to the shoulders (forward or backward only).

  • Blocks count as a touch; the blocker’s team has two remaining contacts.

  • No open-hand receive on serve or attack; must use platform, closed fist, or hard-driven dig.

  • Ball may cross the net outside the antennas only if it returns within them.

  • Foot faults on serve result in loss of point.


6. Conduct & Sportsmanship

  • Matches are officiated by teams;

  • Disputes should be resolved respectfully between teams.

  • Unsportsmanlike conduct (arguing, profanity, taunting) may result in point penalties or removal from the league.

  • Alcohol and glass containers are prohibited on the courts.


7. Forfeits & Delays

  • Teams must be ready to play at their scheduled time.

  • A 10-minute grace period is allowed for the first match only.

  • After 10 minutes, the first set is forfeited; after 20 minutes, the match is forfeited.

  • Weather delays will be communicated via Volley Vortex Instagram (@volleyvortex_fl) and email.


8. Playoffs

  • All teams qualify for playoffs.

  • Seeding is based on regular-season standings.

  • Playoffs are single elimination.

  • Championship matches follow the same best-of-3 format.

  • Prizes awarded to 1st place (____) and 2nd place (merch).


9. Equipment & Attire

  • Official sand volleyballs provided by Volley Vortex.

  • No jewelry or sharp objects allowed during play.


10. Communication