1. Modified for Volleyball Alberta Domestic Competitions
INTERNATIONAL
HANDSHAKE PROTOCOL
Modified for Volleyball Alberta
Domestic Competitions

2. Teams and Referees during the Handshake ProtocolB
Following the last rally of the match, teams will move immediately to their end line:
The team on side B (at the direction for the first referee) will move to the Line Judges and shake hands
The team on side A will immediately move towards the net and walk towards the referees
The first and second referee will step into the court to shake hands with side B
Teams and Referees during the Handshake Protocol

3. Teams and Referees during the Handshake ProtocolB
After shaking hands with the team on side B:
The Line Judges will step into the court to shake hands with the team on side A
The first and second referee will return to their normal position to await side A
Teams and Referees during the Handshake Protocol

4. Teams and Referees during the Handshake ProtocolB
Once the lead member on side A has shaken the hand of the last team member on side B, they will proceed to shake the hands of the Line Judges and Referees
Teams and Referees during the Handshake Protocol

5. Teams and Referees during the Handshake ProtocolB
After the last handshake, the teams will proceed to their benches to gather equipment and leave the playing area. The Referees will proceed to the Scorer’s table to finish all match administrative duties.
Teams and Referees during the Handshake Protocol