When and why did spandex become a part of volleyball?

Question

When and why did spandex become a part of volleyball?

Answer 1

i don't know but thank god!

Answer 2

Spandex MIGHT be considered aerodynamic, but when there is not a stopwatch counting microseconds in the game...that is not true.  Spandex cling to the body much better than shorts, and provide more protection when diving.  Shorts ride up, slide down, twist around etc.  Once you get used to the fact that you feel like everyone is staring at your ***, they really are easier to play in.

Answer 3

in my opion-------- some guy said we need to find a way to like volleyball so they came up with spandex to look at our butts!!!

Answer 4

i don't know but i think it looks really gross on some girls

Answer 5

In the early 90's is when it really hit volleyball.

Why?  Well, it helps with mobility (the baggier the shorts, the more they get in the way of movement), as well as (believe it or not) coverage.  Shorts tend to ride up or shift awkwardly when a player makes a dive or a roll.  The player would then have to get up and fix their shorts.  Spandex shorts are clingy, and don't hide much, but they don't shift, ride or slide down when you dive.