Game Intervals
In between sets, teams are allowed three minutes to switch sides and prepare for the next one, this is called a game interval.
Game Delays
If any team takes too long or interrupts gameplay, they may be charged with a violation by the referee for a game delay. This begins as a warning, then turns into a penalty on the second offense.
Injury Delays
If a player gets hurt during the game, the referee stops the game until the player is helped.
30-Second Timeout
Each team is allowed two timeouts that are thirty seconds long. Coaches and players can call timeouts during the game.
Technical Timeout
A technical timeout is a minute long timeout called by a referee. It is typically called when the leading team reaches eight and sixteen points during each set.
There are no technical timeouts during the fifth set.
