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#1. Which of the following is NOT true of approved paddles?
USA Pickleball Rule Book 3.D
3.D.1
3.D.2
3.D.3
3.D.4
3.D.5
Brand and Model Identification. The manufacturer must have a clearly marked brand and model name or model number on the paddle and must also include the ‘USA Pickleball Approved’ seal or text treatment.
#2. What is the rule called regarding the serving team to let the ball bounce before they return it?
USA Pickleball Rule Book Page 1
Two-Bounce Rule. After the serve, the receiver must allow the ball to bounce before making their first return, and then the serving team must allow the ball to bounce before making their first return.
#3. A serve that starts with letting the ball bounce is called?
USA Pickleball Rule Book Page 3
Drop Serve. A serve made by dropping the ball and hitting the ball with the paddle after the ball bounces on the playing surface.
#4. The weight of the paddle:
USA Pickleball Rule Book 3.D.3
Weight. There is no restriction on paddle weight.
#5. The sideline net height is:
USA Pickleball Rule Book 3.B.6
Sideline Net Height. The top of the net must be 36 inches /- 0.25 inch (91.44 cm /- 0.635 cm) above the playing surface where the net crosses the outer edge of the sidelines. (See Figure 3-1.)
#6. The size of an opponent’s serving area is:
USA Pickleball Rule Book Figure 3.1 Page 6
#7. When a server hits the receiver’s partner standing at their NVZ-L:
USA Pickleball Rule Book 7.E.5
Fault – Serve Hits Receiver or Receiver’s Partner. When a served ball contacts the receiver or receiver’s partner or anything that is worn or carried by either, before landing, it is a fault against the receiver.
#8. When a player or position error is identified after the rally:
USA Pickleball Rule Book 5.C.2
Player or Position Error Identified After Rally. When the correct server or correct receiver is not in their correct position when the score is called and the rally is completed, the result of the rally stands.
#9. The player who returns the serve is called?
USA Pickleball Rule Book Page 4
Receiver. The player who returns the serve.
#10. Balls can be hit more than once by one player if the stroke is:
USA Pickleball Rule Book 10.D
Double Hit. Balls can be hit more than once, but the stroke must be continuous in a single direction by one player.
#11. Which of the following may a player NOT do to distract their opponent about ready to hit the ball?
USA Pickleball Rule Book 10.F
Distraction. A player must not distract their opponent when the opponent is about to hit the ball.
#12. If a ball is successfully returned around the outside of the net post from off the court:
USA Pickleball Rule Book 13.C
Ball Around Net Post. A ball may be returned around the outside of the net post.
#13. If a server’s foot is in contact with the baseline when the serve is hit, it is:
USA Pickleball Rule Book 7.A.2a
Fault – Server Contacting Court. If a server’s foot is in contact with the court when the serve is hit, it is a fault
against the server.
#14. The line down the middle of the court on both sides is called?
USA Pickleball Rule Book 3.A.4d
Centerline. The line down the center of the court on each end of the court extending from the non-volley zone line to the baseline. The centerline separates the right and left service courts.
#15. Which of the following may NOT be “added” to a paddle?
USA Pickleball Rule Book 3.D.6
Allowable Alterations. Altered paddles must meet all specifications. The only allowable alterations or additions by a player to a commercially produced paddle as certified are:
3.D.6.a
Addition or replacement of edge guard tape (see Rule 3.D.7).
3.D.6.b
3.D.6.c
Addition of weighted tape (see Rule 3.D.7).
Addition or removal of weights for an Original
Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) integrated weight system.
3.D.6.d
3.D.6.e
3.D.6.f
3.D.6.g
3.D.6.h
3.D.6.i
Replacement of OEM interchangeable grips. Replacement of OEM interchangeable paddle faces.
Addition of name decals or other identification markings on the paddle face (see Rule 3.D.7). Changes to the grip size via inserts. Addition or replacement of grip wrap.
Handwritten pen markings on the paddle surface for identification purposes only (name, signature, phone,
email address), or an autograph. No aftermarket graphics are allowed on a commercially made paddle.
#16. The right (even) and left (odd) serving areas are bounded by and include the imaginary extensions of:
#17. The 7 foot long and 20 foot wide area extending from the net is called?
USA Pickleball Rule Book Page 1
Non-Volley Zone. The non-volley zone is the area of the court that extends 7 feet from the net on each end of the court, within which a player is not allowed to hit the ball out of the air before it bounces.
#18. The rule requiring the serve and return of serve to bounce before being returned is called?
USA Pickleball Rule Book 10.A
Two-Bounce Rule. The serve and the return of serve must each bounce before being returned.
#19. Eligible adaptive standing players may use:
USA Pickleball Rule Book 25.B.3
Two-Bounce Allowance. Eligible adaptive standing players may use the two-bounce allowance option in an adaptive standing or hybrid event.
#20. Which of these is a legal “not ready” signal?
USA Pickleball Rule Book 6.A.1
“Not Ready” Signals. Players must use one of the following signals to indicate “not ready” 1. Raising the paddle above the head. 2 Raising the non-paddle hand above the head 3. Completely turning their back to the net.