History of Volleyball
This article discusses some of the early history of volleyball including its inventor, the YMCA and some early rules.
Mintonette is the original name for the sport of volleyball.
1897 ASSOCIATION ATHLETIC LEAGUE HANDBOOK – VOLLEYBALL
*1897 ASSOCIATION ATHLETIC LEAGUE HANDBOOK – VOLLEY BALL / Mintonette* During the winter of 1895-96, Mr. W.G. Morgan of Holyoke, Mass., developed a game in his gymnasium which he called Volley Ball. It was presented to the succeeding Physical Directors’ Conference and the general impression seemed to be that it would fill a place not…
