Indoor Volleyballs: 5 Fast Facts

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Fact #1. Without volleyball, we wouldn't have one of the most exciting competitive sports to watch, one of the most engaging events the Olympics has ever seen, or the best scene from the movie Top Gun. It's no surprise that the game would be so fun, though. It was designed to take the best parts of multiple sports and mush them all together like an athletic turducken.
Fact #2. Invented in 1895 by a YMCA director, volleyball was made to be a mishmash of tennis, basketball, handball, and baseball. It was intended to be an indoor pastime that would rival basketball, but with less stress placed on the body. This is so it would be suitable for older competitors.
Fact #3. The sports equipment manufacturer Spalding created a ball for them game in the late 19th century. The sport quickly became a worldwide phenomenon. The set and spike were invented in the Philippines in 1916. The three-hit rule followed not long after. Even the American Expeditionary Forces got in on the action, distributing around 19,000 volleyballs to allied nations around the globe, helping spur the sport's growth.
Fact #4. There's a difference between a ball designed for indoor play and one made for the beach. Indoor balls are made of leather, and are usually heavier than their beach counterparts. This allows them to be moved faster, since power and speed are prized in the sport. Beach volleyballs tend to float. This is helpful when there are only two players to a side, but can really affect an indoor game.
Fact #5. It's important to note the materials that the volleyball is made of. The exterior should be made of a high-quality leather with smooth seams, which ensures that it will bounce predictably. The better the leather, the longer it will last. If you're playing very week, it's worth spending the money on a better model.