College volleyball games typically last between 90 minutes to 2 hours, depending on the number of sets played and other factors such as timeouts and breaks between sets
. Key details about college volleyball game length:
- Matches are usually played in a best-of-five sets format, where the first team to win three sets wins the match
- Each of the first four sets is played to 25 points, with a required two-point margin to win. If the match goes to a fifth set, it is played to 15 points
- A single set generally lasts about 20 to 30 minutes, but this can vary based on scoring pace and stoppages
- The total match duration depends on whether the match ends in three, four, or five sets. A three-set match may be closer to 90 minutes, while a full five-set match can approach or exceed 2 hours
- Timeouts, injury breaks, and other stoppages can add to the overall length of the game
In summary, college volleyball matches are best-of-five sets, with each set lasting roughly 20-30 minutes, leading to an overall match length typically ranging from 90 minutes to 2 hours or more depending on competitiveness and number of sets played.
