Rotation
The clockwise step every player takes when you win a side-out: 1 to 6, 6 to 5, 5 to 4, 4 to 3, 3 to 2, 2 to 1. The rules only care about order at the serve, then you transition to your coverage spots. FIVB overlap checks happen in that one instant, not after the ball is in the air, which is why your receive lines look so choreographed in NCAA film.
Example
You win a receive rally, the bench points, the team rotates, the new server jogs to the end line, everyone flips a zone.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do rotations work in volleyball?
After you side-out, everyone moves one spot clockwise. Stay legal for one beat at the whistle, then sprint to the pin or stack your receive.
What is the difference between rotation and position?
Rotation is the zone (1-6) you own at the whistle. Position is the job: setter, libero, pin, etc. The zone changes, the job usually does not.