| The libero is a player specialized in defensive skills: the libero must wear a contrasting jersey color from their teammates and cannot block or attack the ball when it is entirely above net height. When the ball is not in play, the libero can replace any back-row player, without prior notice to the officials. LIBERO: This position focuses on defense. Liberos only play in the back row and often receive the attack or serve. Players with good passing and defensive skills have the most success at this position. However, liberos do play a key role on offense. They need to be able to turn the first touch into a solid pass to the setter. They also may need to set the ball from the back row if the setter isn’t available. Liberos can come in and out of the game as needed and do not count against a team’s substitutions. They also wear different colored jerseys to distinguish themselves from their teammates. But there are several things a libero cannot do. They cannot block, set an attack from the front court or attack the ball above the height of the net. |
The libero is allowed to serve for one player, and only one player, on the court. A defensive specialist (D/S) is a player that substitutes in for any player. Theoretically, the D/S can play any position on the court, including front row, while the libero can only pass. The libero will rotates out to make sure they will only play in backrow. Responsibilities: Replace certain players in the back row. Be ready to dig an opponent’s attack. Receive the opponent’s serve. Set the ball if the setter isn’t available. |
