6.8 Delay

Amongst others, a delay can be:

  • Arbitrary extension of a time-out
  • A repeated improper request
  • Delaying the game on purpose (repeatedly fixing lines, filling holes, talking to partner, cleaning sunglasses, etc.)

Delay warning and sanction

There is a delay warnings (first offense) and delay penalty (every further offense). Delay warnings and sanctions count for the whole match and are recorded on the score sheet.

A delay can cause a delay warning und a delay penalty. Both are recorded on the score sheet.

The first delay of a player is punished by a delay warning for the team. The second delay is punished by a delay penalty, which leads to a point and service for the opponent. Delays that occur during set intervals are executed at the start of the next set.