Okay, here’s my blog post about setting up a portable wooden volleyball court:

So, the weather’s been amazing lately, and my buddies and I have been itching to play some serious volleyball. We’re kinda over the usual grass spots – uneven ground, the occasional gopher hole… you get the picture. We wanted something, you know, better. I’d seen these cool portable wooden floors for beach volleyball online, and I thought, “Why not give it a shot?”

The Big Idea

The idea was simple: create a flat, consistent surface for our games, something we could set up anywhere, especially at the beach. Rubber volleyball, wooden floor, portable…it sounded perfect. I’m no carpenter, but I’m pretty handy, and I love a good DIY project.

Getting Started

First, I gathered all the materials. This took a bit of running around. I needed:

• A bunch of plywood sheets. I went with the thicker stuff for durability.
• Some 2x4s for the frame.
• A ton of screws. Like, way more than I thought I’d need.
• Wood sealant, to protect it from the elements (and spilled drinks).
• Sandpaper, to get rid of any rough edges.
• And, of course, a rubber volleyball!

Building the Beast

Next, I started building the frame. This was basically a giant rectangle made of 2x4s. I measured everything out, cut the wood, and screwed it all together. My advice? Measure twice, cut once! I almost messed that up a couple of times.

Once the frame was done, I laid the plywood sheets on top. This was the satisfying part – seeing it all come together. I screwed the plywood down securely, making sure there were no gaps. It looked…pretty good, actually!

After that, it was time for sanding. I spent a good amount of time sanding down any rough spots and edges. No one wants splinters while diving for a ball. Seriously, don’t skimp on the sanding!

Protection and Portability

Then, I applied several coats of wood sealant. This was crucial to make the whole thing weather-resistant. I let each coat dry completely before applying the next. Patience is key here.

To making the floor at all portable, I build some simple handles out of ropes, and made the whole floor can be disassembled to pieces to be more easy carried.

Game Time!

Finally, it was time to test it out! We carried the whole thing down to the beach (it was heavy, but manageable with a few friends). It can also be assembled at a park or at our homes, anywhere we want! Setting it up was a breeze. And let me tell you, playing on that smooth, even surface was a game-changer. Our spikes were spikier, our dives were more dramatic, and our overall game was just…better.

And with our lovely rubber volleyball, every hit can get clear feedback.

It wasn’t perfect – it’s still a DIY project, after all – but it was awesome. We’ve used it several times now, and it’s holding up great. If you’re looking for a way to upgrade your volleyball games, I highly recommend giving this a try. Just be prepared to put in a little elbow grease!