When does an out-of-bounds/antenna violation occur?

An out-of-bounds or antenna violation occurs when the ball goes into the net and lands out-of-bounds on the attacker's side. This situation typically arises during an offensive play when an attacker strikes the ball but does not execute their hit within the legal confines of the court. For a ball to remain "in play," it must cross the net within the span of the antennae. If the ball is played and makes contact with the net but falls outside the boundary lines, it results in a violation as the ball has not successfully crossed the net into the opponent's court.

This rule ensures that the game maintains its standards for legality and fairness, as all plays must abide by the court's dimensions. The other scenarios presented do not directly cause an out-of-bounds violation in the same way, as they involve different aspects of play or situations that do not directly pertain to the designated playing boundaries.