Rankings based on national volleyball teams' game results. Uses points system for all FIVB-recognized international matches. Poland leads men's rankings as of July 2023. Turkey leads women's rankings as of July 2023
Italy has been consistently winning matches against USA, Turkey, and Serbia. Team has maintained 3-0 record against Netherlands, Dominican Republic, and Japan
Kim Yeon-koung (South Korea) leads with powerful spikes and court vision. Yekaterina Gamova (Russia) stands at 6'6" with exceptional jumping ability. Zhu Ting (China) dominates with powerful arm and court awareness. Hélia Souza (Brazil) known for speed and agility. Brenda Castillo (Dominican Republic) excels in skills and precision
Volleyball originated in Holyoke, Massachusetts in 1895. FIVB was established in 1947, first World Championships in 1949-1952. Italy, Netherlands, and Eastern Europe have dominated since late 1980s
Turkey Women's Volleyball Team ranks first in FIVB World. Team won 2023 FIVB Nations League under coach Daniele Santarelli. Team secured championship victory against China in Antalya tournament
Matey Kazyiski holds the current volleyball vertical jump record at 390cm. Elite men's volleyball players typically jump 33-45 inches. Women's volleyball jump standards are 66-75% lower than men's