Although absolute jump heights should be considered an important factor in judging
the performance requirements of volleyball players, limited data is available on age-appropriate
categories. The purpose of this study is to determine the differences in specific anthropometric
characteristics and jumping performance variables in under−19 female volleyball players in rela-
tion to playing position and performance level. The sample of subjects consisted of 354 players
who prepared for the U19 Women’s Volleyball European Championship 2020 (17.4 ± 0.8 years,
1.81 ± 0.07 m, 67.5 ± 7.1 kg). Playing positions analyzed were setters (n = 55), opposites (n = 37),
middle blockers (n = 82), outside hitters (n = 137), and liberos (n = 43). The results showed player
position differences in every performance level group in variables of body height, spike, and block
jump. Observed differences are a consequence of highly specific tasks of different positions in the
composition of the team. Players of different performance levels are significantly different, with
athletes of higher-ranked teams achieving better results. The acquired data could be useful for the
selection and profiling of young volleyball players.
