What is the libero and why consider it for high school volleyball?
The libero (lee-bah-ro) position, which has been in use since 2002 in international and club play, was designed to add excitement to the game of volleyball and potentially raise the level of play. The libero was first introduced in international play as a way to keep a good defender on the floor, as only six substitutions were allowed. In international, club, and high school (in Florida) the libero does not serve. The libero player is an option that may be exercised by one or both teams in the match. The use of the libero does not affect substitution or entries on the opposing team. The libero wears a uniform that contrasts with his/her teammates’ uniforms, and is allowed to replace any player in the back-row without counting as a substitution. The libero is intended to be a player who specializes in defense and serve reception. When the libero enters the match, the entry is not considered one of the allowed team substitutions. When a libero replaces a back-row player, it is called a r
