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#1. When the receiver determines the server has impacted spin or manipulation during the release of the ball, the receiver may call for a replay:
USA Pickleball Rule Book 7.B.2a
Replay – Manipulation or Spin Added. When the receiver determines that the server has imparted manipulation or spin during the release of the ball, the receiver may call for a replay, but only before returning the serve.
#2. Which of the following is NOT true about approved pickleballs?
USA Pickleball Rule Book 3.C
Ball Specifications. The requirements for the ball are set forth in Rules 3.C.1
through 3.C.5. The complete list of approved balls is posted on the USA
Pickleball website.
3.C.1
3.C.2
3.C.3
Usage. All approved balls are acceptable for indoor or outdoor play. (See Figure 3-2.)
Design. The design of the ball must be approved by USA Pickleball
as detailed in the Equipment Standards Manual. USA Pickleball
Equipment Standards Manual
Color. The ball must be one uniform color, except for identification
markings. Colors may vary.
3.C.4
3.C.5
Brand Identification. The ball must have a manufacturer or supplier name or logo printed or embossed on the surface.
Construction. The ball must be made of durable material molded
with a smooth surface and free of texturing.
#3. It is a fault and the server loses their serve if:
USA Pickleball Rule Book 7.D.4
Bounce Location. Before the server hits the ball to make the serve, there is no restriction on where the ball bounces on the playing surface.
#4. When the server does not allow the return of serve to bounce before they hit it, it is:
USA Pickleball Rule Book 10.A.2
Fault – No Bounce by Serving Side. When the server or server’s partner does not allow the return of serve to bounce before hitting the ball, it is a fault against the serving side.
#5. Player’s hat falls on the court during a rally and the opponent’s shot hits the hat:
USA Pickleball Rule Book 10.J
Item on Court. When anything that is worn or carried by a player lands on the player’s end of the court (except when the item contacts the non-volley zone as a result of the player volleying the ball (see Rule 11.A.1)), the ball remains in play, even if the ball hits the item.
#6. 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.
#7. The minimum playing surface of a pickleball court is:
USA Pickleball Rule Book 3.A.3
Playing Surface. The minimum playing surface area is 30 feet (9.14 m) wide and 60 feet (18.29 m) long.
#8. If both players simultaneously hit the ball attempting to hit it, it is:
USA Pickleball Rule Book 10.D.2
Fault – Ball Hit by Two-Players. It is a fault if both a player and their partner strike the ball while attempting to return it.
#9. 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.
#10. A player may request a referee or the Tournament Director when:
USA Pickleball Rule Book 24.C
Request for Referee or Tournament Director. Any player may request a referee or the Tournament Director when:
24.C.1 Repeated Rule Violations. The player believes that the opponent is repeatedly violating one or more rules.
24.C.2 Inability to Resolve Issue. A situation arises that players are not able to resolve quickly and easily.
#11. The non-volley zone is:
USA Pickleball Rule Book 3.A.4c
Non-Volley Zone. The 7-foot by 20-foot (2.13m by 6.08m) area of the court adjacent to each end of the net. The non-volley zone lines run parallel to the net, 7 feet (2.13m) from the net on each end between the two sidelines. All lines that bound the non-volley zone are part of the zone. The non-volley zone is two dimensional and does not extend above the playing surface.
#12. If a served ball contacts any part of the net support system:
USA Pickleball Rule Book 13.B
Ball Contacting Net Support System. A served ball must not contact any part of the net support system. A returned ball must not contact any part of the net support system on the hitting player’s end of the net.
#13. How many times may a drop serve ball bounce before the server hits the drop serve?
USA Pickleball Rule Book 7.D.3
Number of Bounces. Before the server hits the ball to make the serve, there is no restriction on how many times the ball can bounce.
#14. Who may stop a rally to claim an incorrect server, incorrect receiver, or incorrect player position?
USA Pickleball Rule Book 5.C.1
Player or Position Error Claimed During Rally. Any player may stop a rally to claim an incorrect server, incorrect receiver, or incorrect player position.
#15. When a player stops play to challenge a correct score call:
USA Pickleball Rule Book 6.F.2
Fault – Correct Score Called. When a player stops a rally to challenge a correct score call, it is a fault against the player who stopped the rally.
#16. If an unapproved or “non-compliant” paddle was used and discovered after the match:
USA Pickleball Rule Book 18.A.3
Non-Compliant Paddle Discovered After Match Concludes. After a match has ended, when a player is discovered to have used a paddle that is not listed on the USA Pickleball Approved Paddle List or is not in compliance with the paddle specifications in Rule 3.D, the match results stand.
#17. Yelling “out” to a partner while the ball is in the air:
USA Pickleball Rule Book 8.F.4
Partner Communication. While the ball is in the air, any communication between partners about whether a ball might land out is considered player communication, not a line call.
#18. A ball no longer in play is called?
USA Pickleball Rule Book Page 2
Dead Ball. A ball that is no longer in play.
#19. The player who returns the serve is called?
USA Pickleball Rule Book Page 4
Receiver. The player who returns the serve.
#20. All lines on a pickleball court should be:
USA Pickleball Rule Book 3.A.4e
Line Size and Color. All lines should be 2 inches (5.08 cm) wide and the same color, clearly contrasting with the color of the playing surface and court.