Volleyball is a sport that is played by two teams of six players each. The goal of the game is to obtain an advantage over the opponent by delivering the ball to the floor on their side of the court using techniques like as the forearm pass, set, spike, and block. There are several rules that must be followed during play. For example, players are not allowed to touch the ball with their hands or arms except for hitting it over the net. They can, however, use their bodies to block shots from behind the baseline or jump up to catch airborne balls. Players should also beware of personal touches while playing the game. For example, if a player crosses the line before a ball is served, it's a point against them. If they stand outside the legal service zone but inside their own half of the court, they're called for a free throw. These shots are usually made by the opposing team because it's difficult to score from beyond the line or in the corners. There are three main types of serves in volleyball: the overhead, the ground, and the push pass. In most cases, the server will try to keep the ball out of reach of their opponents by serving it high into the air. They can also serve it down on the ground near the baselines for a ground stroke or send it across the middle for an open jumper.