hus*band and wife play
What Is The Definition Of A Husband-And-Wife Play In Volleyball?
1. This term is used in volleyball when the ball falls between two players who fail to communicate. At many times, each player assumes their teammate will dig the ball, therefore no one moves to make the play.
This term was created as a joking reference to married couple who fails to communicate, therefore causing confusion between the two parties and lack of action.
Examples Of How Husband-And-Wife Play Is Used In Commentary
1. They’ve been miscommunicating all day, like a husband-and-wife who aren’t on speaking terms, letting multiple balls fall right in the middle of them.
Sports The Term Is Used
1. Volleyball
