Assist
The touch that directly sets up a kill. The player who makes the last contact before the attacker scores—usually the setter—gets credited with the assist. In a 5-1 system, the setter's assist total reflects how often the offense is running in-system and getting hitters hittable balls.
Example
The libero digs the ball, the setter delivers a quick to the middle, and the middle hitter puts it away. The setter gets the assist.
Frequently Asked Questions
How are assists counted in volleyball?
The player who makes the last touch before the attacker scores gets the assist, which is almost always the setter. Even on a difficult play, the setter gets credit for the assist, not the passer or digger.
How many assists per set is good for a setter?
In NCAA play, 10 to 12 assists per set in a 5-1 indicates a well-run offense. The number climbs when hitters are efficient and dips when the team is consistently out of system.