Rally
One play, from the moment the server contacts the ball until the whistle or the ball hits the floor. Under rally scoring, which has been the standard since 1999, every rally gives one team a point. That is true of a one-touch ace and of a long rally full of digs.
Example
One rally is an ace and the point is over. Another is a dig, a pipe, another dig, a tip, and finally a ball tooled off the block. Both rallies are worth one point.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a rally in volleyball?
A single play from the serve until the ball is dead. Because of rally scoring, a point is on the line every time, whether your team served or received.