volleyball net

Spike crosses it

A volleyball net is the mesh barrier stretched across the center of a volleyball court, dividing it into two sides.

Players hit the ball over the net to the opposing team's side.

The net's height varies by competition level and gender.

The spike cleared the net by inches.

Related
  • courtTrial venue or sports surface
  • meshInterlocking open weave
  • spikeSharp rise or point
  • kill shotStrike that terminates target
  • serveAttend to needs

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sport-specific barriers

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G