Why in 6-men volleyball one player has different color jersey?

Question

I was watching men's game last night. What is the reason and function for different color? is this player replaceable? I assume same in 6-women volleyball?

Answer 1

I think any player can sub out. The person with the different jersey tends to be shorter, as well, right? I kind of wondered if maybe it was the captain's jersey, but probably not.

I hope somebody knows!

Answer 2

it is the libero, meaning that player is usually the better defense person and passer. they can only play in the back

Answer 3

That's the Libero. They can sub for any back row player at any time, but they can't attack the ball above the net so they tend to be shorter players.

Answer 4

That person is a defensive specialist.  This is a fairly new position that was added either at the end of the 90's or the beginning of this decade.  It's called a libero.  It's specific purpose is a little complicated so I'll just leave a link.

Added: They cannot come up to block, kill, set (inside the 3 meter area) or serve.

Answer 5

thisperson is called a libero they specialized in passing youll barely ever see them spike a ball. they can sub out at anytime and a libero doesnt always have to be in the game

Answer 6

I believe it's called Libero

This person only plays in the back row for defensive purposes.