In what scenario is a technical timeout called during a match?

A technical timeout is called during a volleyball match specifically when the score reaches predetermined point thresholds, which are 8 and 16 points in sets. This is designed to give teams a brief break for strategies to be discussed and for players to regroup, while also allowing the officials to check any game-related issues, such as the score or rules compliance.

The timing of these technical timeouts ensures that they occur at set intervals within the set, making the flow of the game more structured and allowing for a brief pause in the action. This rule encourages teams to maximize their performance as they approach these critical points in the set, knowing they will have a moment to regroup.

In contrast, other scenarios such as player injuries, the start of sets, or simply reaching other point thresholds are not occasions for a technical timeout, as they are addressed through different rules and mechanisms in volleyball.