Chinese 9 man volleyball ups the level of physicality in a lot of unexpected ways.

This game, called “9 Man” has rules that encourage rough play and violent dunks. Gang blocking is allowed and the game has earned the nickname of “street volleyball” and it is sometimes played on the pavement instead of a polished wooden gym floor.

The game has come to North America and The North American Chinese Volleyball Tournament in Toronto drew over 100 teams.

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