Attack definition

[FMadera]

Originally Posted by gair-z

player proximity from net = 6'. Player contacts ball above net height and shoots it back over the net.
If she's not over the net, of course, it's legal
I don't have my book with me.
My buddy had this happen last night and is asking me.
I'd say illegal block but unsure.

If the ball was ENTIRELY above net height when contacted AND the attack was completed (9-5-1-b, 9-4-4) the it would be an illegal attack, not a block (9-6-6). You cannot have a block without a player in close proximity to the net (9-5-1-c).

If any of the ball was below the tape at all, said attack is legal. If you (or your buddy) are going to make this call, you'd better be 100% sure of the ball height.