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Volleyball · Level 7: Upper-Advanced · Sub-level 7.5

The Libero and Defensive Specialist

10 tests · 100 facts · updated 25 October 2026 · markdown

The defensive specialist, how she differs from the libero, the serving specialist, replacing an outside hitter, the libero and DS pair, attack coverage, late-set defensive substitutions, the path from DS to libero, back-row calls and training back-row specialists.

Each test below is ten questions on Insporta. The list under a test is what the questions check: one fact per question, with the source it was written from. Read it before the test, or come back from a wrong answer.

Test 1The defensive specialistTake a test

  1. She plays only in the back row, where height matters less.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  2. A DS enters through a regular substitution.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  3. Her job is to strengthen the back row.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  4. She replaces a front-row specialist in the back row.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  5. A DS and a libero together strengthen the back row.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  6. The starter usually comes back for the front row.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  7. Each DS swap counts toward the substitution limit.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  8. Rotation, entry, defence and exit.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

  9. The libero defends most; middles defend least.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

  10. Coming on for a back-row turn to dig is the DS's job.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

Test 2Libero or DSTake a test

  1. A team may designate up to two liberos.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  2. Only the libero wears a contrasting shirt.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  3. Libero replacements do not count as substitutions; a DS swap does.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  4. The libero replaces back-row players freely.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  5. A DS adds a serve as well as defence.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  6. That limit applies to every player in the back row.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  7. Pairing them makes the back row much stronger.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  8. The shirt is obvious; the score sheet details are not.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

  9. Libero replacements are free; a starter who re-entered cannot again.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

  10. The libero, in the different shirt, may not serve.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

Test 3The serving DSTake a test

  1. She serves, then stays on to dig in the back row.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  2. A reliable serve makes her entry worthwhile.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  3. After serving she joins the back-row defence.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  4. She often stays for the back-row rotations of her spot.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  5. At the end of a set she adds pressure from the line and digs behind it.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  6. Front-row specialists with weak serves are common choices.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  7. Libero and DS form a strong back row together.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  8. Enter, serve, defend and exit.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

  9. A steady float is the specialist's usual serve.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

  10. The libero may not serve.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

Test 4A DS for an outside hitterTake a test

  1. The swap repeats each time the outside rotates to the back row.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  2. The DS rarely hits the pipe or a back-row attack.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  3. The hitter returns to attack at the net.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  4. A pipe from the outside can be worth more than a little better defence.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  5. The two specialists take a bigger share of the serves.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  6. Servers look for the next weakest passer.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  7. Numbers and the match situation guide the choice.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  8. Notice, wait, substitute and return.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

  9. Two specialists usually give the strongest receive.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

  10. A DS replaces a weaker passer in the back row.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

Test 5The libero and DS pairTake a test

  1. Equal skill means no weak spot between them.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  2. Agreed areas and seams prevent hesitation.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  3. Servers look for weaker passers elsewhere.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  4. With fewer passes, the hitters can prepare their attack.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  5. Practice builds trust about who takes which ball.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  6. Many teams place them in zones 5 and 6.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  7. Hitters aim away from the best diggers.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  8. Agree, read, call and pass.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

  9. Specialists make the back row stronger.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

  10. The specialists are the most reliable passers.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

Test 6Specialists in coverageTake a test

  1. Blocked balls come back low and fast, like digs.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  2. Crouching near the hitter catches blocked balls.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  3. The ball comes back off the blockers' hands.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  4. A covered ball can be set and hit again.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  5. A low stance reaches balls dropping near the floor.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  6. The setter takes the second touch when she can.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  7. Saved balls turn lost rallies into new chances.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  8. Move, crouch, watch and dig.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

  9. The inner ring is closest.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

  10. Crouching behind the hitter is attack coverage.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

Test 7Late-set defensive subsTake a test

  1. A spare substitution allows a DS to come on when it matters.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  2. Late in a set, few substitutions may remain.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  3. There is no time to settle in late in a set.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  4. Players who rarely defend are the usual choices.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  5. A cold player can struggle at first.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  6. Planned moves are easier to make in tense moments.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  7. Hitters avoid the strongest diggers.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  8. Check, warm up, send on and swap back.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

  9. The closer to the end of a tight match, the more a dig is worth.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

  10. Late in a short deciding set, each dig is precious.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

Test 8From DS to liberoTake a test

  1. A DS role keeps smaller young players on court and learning.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  2. Reliable passing is what coaches need under pressure.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  3. Passing skills plus height make a complete outside.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  4. Every position benefits from good passing.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  5. Strong practice players raise the whole team's level.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  6. The libero role demands steady passing and game sense.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  7. A DS can serve; a libero cannot.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  8. Youth DS, reliable passer, back-up, starter.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

  9. Young back-row players often start as DS.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

  10. Small, strong defenders often grow into liberos.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

Test 9Back-row callsTake a test

  1. A rule agreed in advance settles seam balls.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  2. The plan, not the moment, picks the passer.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  3. A short call sends passers forward.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  4. Early calls clear space for the player taking it.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  5. From the back they can see the hitter's approach.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  6. Short agreed words are quick to say and hear.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  7. Fixing the rule quickly prevents the next collision.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  8. Read, call, cover and pass.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

  9. Serve first, then attack, then the block touch.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

  10. A clear call decides who takes a seam ball.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

Test 10Training back-row specialistsTake a test

  1. Video from behind shows where each one stood and moved.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  2. Real attacks teach them to read and move early.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  3. Seam balls teach them who takes what.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  4. Coverage keeps rallies alive after a block.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  5. A share of playable digs shows the drill's success.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  6. When the setter digs, a specialist may set.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  7. Scoring makes players defend as in a match.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  8. Each stage adds real attacks.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

  9. Hit, read, call and cover.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

  10. Defending together builds their areas and calls.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

Sources

FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II) and general coaching references; original questions authored, nothing reproduced. Numbered FIVB rules belong to the Rules category.

  • FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references100