volleyball glossary
What is a Dig in Volleyball?
A dig is the defensive contact that prevents a spike from hitting the ground. Usually played with the forearms. The first contact of any defensive possession.
Example in a match
The opponent spikes the ball. Your libero dives and digs it up. The setter takes it next.
Volleyball scoring with Volley
Volley scores volleyball with all the standard rules built in. Pick the sport at match setup, name your sides, and tap to score. Volley applies the rules from there — including the ones that involve "Dig".
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Frequently asked questions
What is a dig in volleyball?
A dig is the defensive contact that prevents a spike from hitting the ground. Usually played with the forearms. The first contact of any defensive possession.
Does Volley handle dig automatically?
Yes. Volley's volleyball scoring engine handles every standard rule including dig. You don't have to track it manually — pick the sport at match setup and Volley applies the rules.
Where can I learn more volleyball terms?
The full Volleyball glossary is at /volleyball-terms-glossary, with 20 of the most common terms explained.