<< Dig

Playing a sharply hit ball, traditionally with the forearms.

Set >>

Directing the ball to a spot where a hitter can attack it.

<< Attack

An offensive attempt to terminate the ball. Commonly known as a spike.

Kill

The actual termination of the ball.

Ace

An unplayable serve that results in an immediate point for the serving team.

Pancake

A last-ditch attempt to play a ball by sliding a hand flat on the floor under the ball so it bounces off the back of the hand.

Mintonette

The original name of the game of volleyball.

– Compiled by Nick Paulson