Over the years, volleyball has cycled through its fair share of trends, and we have all fallen prey to these fads at one point or another. Sure at the time, it seemed cool and hip, but eventually new trends took over. Today we look back at some of these and wonder, "What were we thinking?"

1. Turtle Kneepads

How much cushion do you really need to save that ball?

2. Long Spandex

Sure these were cool in the "let's make our thighs look like sausage links" kind of way. No thank you.

3. Turtleneck Jerseys

Suffocating just looking at this photo!

4. Bun huggers

Suns out buns out!

5. Collared Jerseys

Volleyball is not a formal event. Collars not required.

6. Chameleon Ankle Braces

For those of us who felt the need to mix it up.

7. Bows

The real game changer.

8. Pillowcase

When you just can't get enough: eat, sleep, and breathe volleyball.

9. Decorated Water Bottle

You're exhausted and in dire need of water, that extra sparkle on the bottle is just what you need to keep going.

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