New High School Volleyball Rule Eliminates Judgment Call on Second Contact

The NFHS has introduced significant updates to high school volleyball rules for the 2025-26 season. Notably, second contacts are no longer subject to judgment calls if followed by a teammate’s touch, streamlining gameplay. Other changes include the introduction of textured balls for boys’ and girls’ matches and updated uniform guidelines. These revisions aim to enhance game flow and minimize disputes between coaches and officials.