#Pickleball Rules

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Unraveling the Intricacies of Pickleball Rules: A Comprehensive Guide

Pickleball, a sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and table tennis, has surged in popularity in recent years. Whether played for fun or in competitive tournaments, understanding the rules of pickleball is essential for players to enjoy the game to its fullest potential. In this comprehensive guide, we'll delve into the intricacies of pickleball rules, covering everything from serving and scoring to non-volley zone regulations and common misconceptions.

The Basics of Pickleball

Pickleball is typically played in singles or doubles on a court with the following key features:

Court Dimensions

A regulation pickleball court measures 20 feet wide by 44 feet long, divided into two halves by a net. The net height is 36 inches at the sidelines and 34 inches at the center.

Equipment

Players use solid paddles made of wood, composite materials, or graphite, along with a perforated plastic ball similar to a whiffle ball. Paddles must meet specific size and weight regulations, while the ball must have a specific diameter and weight.

Understanding Gameplay Rules

Serving

The game begins with one player serving the ball diagonally across the net to the opponent's service court. Serves must be made underhand, and the server must keep one foot behind the baseline until the ball is struck.

Scoring

Pickleball utilizes a rally scoring system, where points can be scored by either the serving or receiving team. A point is earned when the opposing team commits a fault, such as hitting the ball out of bounds or into the net. Games are typically played to 11 points, with a two-point margin required for victory.

Non-Volley Zone (Kitchen)

The non-volley zone, also known as the "kitchen," is a seven-foot area adjacent to the net on both sides of the court. Players are prohibited from volleying while standing in the kitchen, except under specific circumstances outlined in the rules.

Double Bounce Rule

Both teams must allow the ball to bounce once on each side of the net before volleying. This rule encourages longer rallies and strategic play, as players must wait for the ball to bounce before attempting a volley.

Faults and Let Calls

Various infractions, such as stepping into the kitchen while volleying or hitting the ball out of bounds, result in a fault and the loss of the serve. Players can also call a "let" if a rally is interrupted by outside interference or equipment malfunctions, allowing for a replay of the point.

Strategies and Techniques

Positioning

Strategic positioning on the court is crucial for success in pickleball. Players must anticipate their opponent's shots and move efficiently to cover the court and maintain control of the rally.

Shot Selection

Choosing the right shot at the right time is essential in pickleball. Players should focus on placement, power, and spin to keep their opponents off balance and create scoring opportunities.

Communication

Effective communication between doubles partners is key to success in pickleball. Clear and concise communication regarding shot selection, positioning, and strategy can help teams maintain momentum and coordinate their efforts effectively on the court.

Common Misconceptions and Clarifications

Misconception: Players cannot enter the kitchen at any time during play.

   -  Clarification:  While players generally cannot volley while standing in the kitchen, there are exceptions that allow for legal play within the non-volley zone, such as after the ball bounces or when executing groundstrokes.

Misconception: Stepping into the kitchen during a follow-through after hitting the ball is not considered a foot fault.

   -  Clarification:  Any instance of a player's foot touching the kitchen during a volley, including during the follow-through, constitutes a foot fault and results in a fault.

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Conclusion

In conclusion, understanding the rules of pickleball is essential for players to enjoy the game and compete at a high level. By familiarizing themselves with serving, scoring, non-volley zone regulations, and common misconceptions, players can elevate their gameplay and fully appreciate the nuances of this exciting sport.

[webuniseo]

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[racquet-sports]

Pickleball is an exciting game that combines the elements of tennis, badminton, and table tennis. This popular game is easy to learn, fun to play and can be enjoyed by all ages. It was invented in 1965 on Bainbridge Island, Washington, by three families looking for an amazing game to play on their summer vacation.

Players use a paddle made of wood or composite to hit the ball over the net. The court size is 20×44 feet, with a service area 7 feet wide on either side of the center line. A pickleball net stands 36 inches high in the middle and 34 inches on either side.

Players serve from behind the baseline diagonally across the court to start a game into their opponent’s service box. Points are scored when your opponent fails to return your shot or returns it out of bounds.

What You Need to Play

Pickleball is a popular sport that combines elements of three games: tennis, badminton, and ping pong. You can play it with two, three, or four players.

The game is played on a court resembling a tennis court. It is marked with different boundaries for singles or doubles. To play pickleball, you will need a few items of equipment.

Pickleball paddle The most necessary piece of equipment is the pickleball paddle. Pickleball paddles come in various sizes, weights, and materials; make sure you use one that best fits your playing style.

You’ll also need some pickleball, typically made of plastic, and feature holes to help them travel through the air more easily.

Net and a court

In addition, you will need a net and a court. You should place the net at least thirty-four inches high in the middle and twenty-two inches on either side.

The court should be made of concrete, asphalt, or an artificial surface like Grass or Astroturf. It’s important to mark the court with lines that define the playing area and boundaries.

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pickleball OCs 🥒🏓

Last artwork before the year ends! I sketched this back in summer and really wanted to preserve the linework so i tried to keep the rendering to a minimum (more difficult than anticipated…)

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Music and Culture Icon, Ja Rule, Announces Biggest Tour to Date, 'The Sunrise Tour,' Kicking Off in Spring 2024

Tickets On Sale Now at Ticketmaster.com NEW YORK /PRNewswire/ — Legendary rapper, actor, entertainer and entrepreneur, Ja Rule is set to hit the stage for an international tour to celebrate “25 years of Ja Rule” starting in the Spring of 2024. To commemorate his decades long, influential career in culture, entertainment and music, fans can see Ja Rule live on ‘The Sunrise Tour’ which will kick…

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Proposed Pickleball Rule Changes for 2024

Rule changes are part of the game. Circumstances arise and issues bring into focus some aspects of the game that could use a little polish. See what's coming for 2024.

Every Year, pickleball players are given an opportunity to submit suggestions for rule changes to the USA Pickleball Association. 2023 is no exception, 92 suggestions had been made by USAPA members back in May and the public was able to make comments on the proposed rule changes until May 31st, 2023. The USA Pickleball Rules Committee met in June to review the proposed rule changes and viewed…

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You cannot be serious

Dear Avery,

One of the guys on my pickleball league team is a good player but he does something that drives me crazy and hurts our team and I am hoping that you can give me some advice on how to confront him with it:  He will occasionally call his (and my) shots out.  The rule states that it is the opponents responsibility to call the lines on their side of the net, right? He claims he only does this when he has the best angle, on the sideline that he is closest to.  One big problem is that he only does this when he sees the ball out, he never argues when he sees an out ball called in.  This seems totally unfair to me. What should I do?

Teed Todd, Palm Desert, CA

Dear Teed,

I recommend you endeavor to play with this guy more often.  Hopefully you might learn about the spirit of true competition where beating an opponent feels hollow when you know you were given free points.  

While the rule indeed does state that the responsibility for a line call falls on the opponents, your partner is not making the line call, he is simply informing the other team what he saw knowing he had the best vantage point.  There is a word for this which might have escaped you, it is called integrity.  Good sportsmanship enhances the quality of the competition.  Only calling the balls that are unequivocally known to be out means close balls are played which means more balls are being hit which means more time playing the sport you love. Lastly, in the long run, you are likely coming out ahead.  Why?  Because when someone is known to call their own shots out and play all the close calls, the other team, unless they are dicks, will follow suit and play your close balls out and volunteer when their own shots are out. It’s not too late to take yourself out of the dick camp and hang out with your partner in the good character camp.  Your life will improve on and off the pickleball court once you make this cathartic transformation. Send your questions to a very sage coach at Avery@AskAvery.info

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Excerpt From Impulse's 6/12 Stream Recap

1:28:40 Grian logs in, tells everyone in chat “Just so you know, I’m off to play badminton,” then logs out. They decide that this is a clear case of FOMO. Impulse asks if that’s the game with the birdie. False scoffs and corrects “Shuttlecock.” Pearl confirms he’s thinking of the right game. They talk about Badminton for a few minutes. Impulse says that badminton is not really a thing in America; they play pickleball instead. Everyone is baffled. He tries to explain it. Pearl asks if it’s the game with the long stick and a tiny racket on the end ((possibly lacrosse?)) Impulse says no, but that’s it’s very popular.

Ren says it’s a ridiculous name and needs to be changed. Impulse demands to know how they can call something a shuttlecock and think they have the high ground for naming anything. Ren says it’s just mini tennis. He has an idea. Hermitcraft table tennis Olympics, five day round-robin event. They’d sell out a stadium. False and Pearl are deeply skeptical. Impulse thinks they should play basketball. Doc and Mumbo against each other, Impulse vs. Bdubs, etc. Pearl says she wants to play against Skizz. Impulse is very into this idea now. Ren asks diffidently what the rules are. Impulse assures him it’s just regular street ball. Ren has never played basketball. He played NBA Jam on Sega. He asks if he’s allowed to SuperDunk.

False and Pearl discuss Dodgeball. Ren wants to play Pool, so nobody gets hot and sweaty. False suggests Bowls. Ren and Pearl are very enthusiastic about the idea. Impulse is baffled. “Are you saying balls?” he asks. “BOWLS,” Ren corrects hastily. Chat is amused. Ren tells False she can never call him inappropriate again. She slaps him a couple times and calls him the guy who’s never played basketball instead.

[libraford]

The Pickle Ball drama is wild!

For those that don't know, pickleball is like if you played ping pong on a full size tennis court. It is generally considered an 'old people's game.'

Retired people wake up early in the morning and the first thing they do is go play pickle ball with their likewise early-rising friends. I'm talking like... 5:30am. And the first thing they do when they get there is complain that the bathrooms aren't open.

Of course they're not open. The park employees don't get to work until 7 and the facilities don't open until 9 at the latest because we only got two guys to unlock the whole city. Calm down. Go before you leave the house or get comfy with the bushes.

Well, someone gave the Head Complainer a key to the bathroom. Because we seem to reward this kind of behavior, I guess. So when I get to Madeline Park at like 8:30 the bathroom is already unlocked. But I still have to clean it.

Before I do that, though, I have to take care of the trash. Today, it is full to the brim with beer bottles. I'm pissed about this because it was clearly the pickleball folks who were drinking, which is illegal on the premises, but as previously mentioned- I'm not a cop.

But more than that I'm pissed that there's broken bottles in there, which is a hazard to me. I have to double bag the trash and be really careful or I'll have a sparkly glass shard bracelet.

I run my arm along the rim of the bag and it comes out...red? I didn't think I got cut. It is undeniably blood, but more notably it belongs to someone else.

Well, I'm washing that arm thoroughly. I scrub it off my arms in the women's room and use hand sanitizer, and then clean the bathroom while im there.

I go into the men's room to do that one next. There is blood on the sink, the floor, and the toilet. And y'know, I'm used to blood in restrooms, I'm just not used to blood in the MEN'S restroom. It's not like... a fatal amount of blood, but more blood than should be outside of a person.

Well, that's no good. I clean it up, but it's eating at me that I've already encountered human blood twice and it's not even 9 yet. So I go over to the Head Complainer and I ask him:

"Hey uhhh... there was a lot of blood in the men's room. Is everyone alright? Do I need to file an accident report?"

He gives me a good-natured laugh. "Oh, that's just Greg. He came over from Kauffman Park and I have to say- didn't like the rules he played by."

Oh my God what a vague and horrible answer. I cant tell if nes joking or not. "Is... is Greg okay?"

"Oh, ha hah ha! He's fine, he's just back at Kauffman Park where he belongs."

"Oh! Okay then. Ha...hahah..." Absolutely terrifying.

Day 7/50.

[diyasgarden]

what are your 2025 ins and outs?

ins: making art and writing (no matter how good you think it is) ; reading new authors ; positive nihilism ; visiting art museums ; watching international film ; sparkly eyeshadow and colorful eyeliner ; going to the library ; side parts ; tabi ballet flats

outs: benzene rings ; waiting for the perfect time to start ; letting FOMO guide us ; pickleball ; unsolicited opinions ; straightening my hair often ; prioritizing perfection ; taking this as a hard set of rules instead of a general outline :)

[probablyasocialecologist]

To bring about its hypothetical future, OpenAI must build a new digital ecosystem, pushing users toward the ChatGPT app or toward preëxisting products that integrate its technology such as Bing, the search engine run by OpenAI’s major investor, Microsoft. Google, by contrast, already controls the technology that undergirds many of our online experiences, from search and e-mail to Android smartphone-operating systems. At its conference, the company showed how it plans to make A.I. central to all of the above. Some Google searches now yield A.I.-generated “Overview” summaries, which appear in tinted boxes above any links to external Web sites. Liz Reid, Google’s head of search, described the generated results with the ominously tautological tagline “Google will do the Googling for you.” (The company envisions that you will rely on the same search mechanism to trawl your own digital archive, using its Gemini assistant to, say, pull up photos of your child swimming over the years or summarize e-mail threads in your in-box.) Nilay Patel, the editor-in-chief of the tech publication the Verge, has been using the phrase “Google Zero” to describe the point at which Google will stop driving any traffic to external Web sites and answer every query on its own with A.I. The recent presentations made clear that such a point is rapidly approaching. One of Google’s demonstrations showed a user asking the A.I. a question about a YouTube video on pickleball: “What is the two-bounce rule?” The A.I. then extracted the answer from the footage and displayed the answer in writing, thus allowing the user to avoid watching either the video or any advertising that would have provided revenue to its creator. When I Google “how to decorate a bathroom with no windows” (my personal litmus test for A.I. creativity), I am now presented with an Overview that looks a lot like an authoritative blog post, theoretically obviating my need to interact directly with any content authored by a human being. Google Search was once seen as the best path for getting to what’s on the Web. Now, ironically, its goal is to avoid sending us anywhere. The only way to use the search function without seeing A.I.-generated content is to click a small “More” tab and select “Web” search. Then Google will do what it was always supposed to do: crawl the Internet looking for URLs that are relevant to your queries, and then display them to you. The Internet is still out there, it’s just increasingly hard to find. If A.I. is to be our primary guide to the world’s information, if it is to be our 24/7 assistant-librarian-companion as the tech companies propose, then it must constantly be adding new information to its data sets. That information cannot be generated by A.I., because A.I. tools are not capable of even one iota of original thought or analysis, nor can they report live from the field. (An information model that is continuously updated, using human labor, to inform us about what’s going on right now—we might call it a newspaper.) For a decade or more, social media was a great way to motivate billions of human beings to constantly upload new information to the Internet. Users were driven by the possibilities of fame and profit and mundane connection. Many media companies were motivated by the possibility of selling digital ads, often with Google itself as a middle man. In the A.I. era, in which Google can simply digest a segment of your post or video and serve it up to a viewer, perhaps not even acknowledging you as the original author, those incentives for creating and sharing disappear. In other words, Google and OpenAI seem poised to cause the erosion of the very ecosystem their tools depend on.

[morweekofficial]

Mor week is coming November 10th! Just over 1 month to go!

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[theconstitutionisgayculture]

what did you mean "sports for people who dont play sports"?

I mean stuff like Pickleball or 3 v 3 basketball leagues or other off brand sports where people try to take the "boring" rules out of real sports to entice people who don't watch those sports to tune in. Even sometimes in the real version of those sports too, like how the commissioner of baseball wants to add a "golden pitcher" rule to actual baseball to try and make the sport "exciting" and "surprising" in a way it was never meant to be.

It seems like right now pretty much every entertainment medium is contorting themselves into knots trying to get people who don't like their medium to change their minds. And in almost every case, this not only doesn't draw in these people, it also alienates their core fanbase so they lose even more money than if they had just made the thing they've been making. As a fan of many things that have been fundamentally changed to "appeal to a broader audience", it's infuriating to see it happen to more and more things.

[racquet-sports]

Pickleball is a popular, relatively new sport that has recently gained traction worldwide due to its simplicity and fun-filled atmosphere. But why is it called pickleball? This article will explore the name’s origins and explain some benefits of playing this exciting new game. Not only is pickleball fun and easy to learn, but it also offers a great workout for those who play it.

History of the Name

According to legend, during a summer day in 1965 on Bainbridge Island near Seattle, Washington, Congressman Joel Pritchard and Bill Bell played badminton with their families when they ran out of shuttlecocks.

The story of pickleball’s namesake is well-known and shared across pickleball courts worldwide. It dates back to 1965 when Congressman Joel Pritchard and his friends searched for something to do on a sunny day in Washington State.

Unable to find their usual game of badminton due to a lack of equipment, they decided to create their sport instead. To keep playing, they fashioned equipment for a game that combined elements of badminton and table tennis.

The makeshift equipment included lowering the net height and using ping-pong paddles instead of rackets. With this new game now invented by them, they decided to call it pickleball after their family dog – Pickles!

Origin of the Name

The sport was named after the Pritchards’ family cocker spaniel called “Pickles.” Pickles used to run off with the ball and hide it in the bushes, thus playing an important part in developing the sport we now know as pickleball.

Today, playing pickleball is one of the fastest-growing sports and has become popular for all ages due to its easy rules and fun playing format. Pickleball also requires minimal equipment, making it accessible to everyone who wants to play.

The Rules of Pickleball

Pickleball is an increasingly popular sport that combines badminton, tennis, and table tennis elements. You can play it with a paddle and a plastic ball, usually on a court the size of a doubles badminton court. Everyone should be aware of the five key rules to pickleball before playing.

First, pickleball is typically a doubles game, with two players on each side.

The court should be divided into two halves, and each player should stay in their half until they hit the ball over the net.

Second, pickleball balls must be hit diagonally across the court to your opponent’s side.

You cannot serve or volley (hit the pickleball before it bounces back) on your side of the court, or you will lose a point.

Third, pickleball games are usually played to 11 points but can go up to 15 or 21 points, depending on your agreement. When serving, you must get at least one foot behind the baseline and strike the ball from below the waist.

Fourth, pickleball players must let their opponents have a fair chance to return the ball. A player cannot hit the pickleball so hard that their opponent can’t return it, and they must also give enough time for their opponent to prepare and respond.

Finally, pickleball games are won by either the first team or individual to reach eleven points with a two-point lead (15/21 points for longer games) or when an opposing player commits three consecutive faults in serving.

Games can be played outdoors on sand courts or indoors on wooden courts, but pickleball should always be made of plastic with holes in them.

With these five simple pickleball rules, you can get in the game and start playing today!

The popularity of the Sport

In recent years pickleball has become one of the popular-growing sports in the United States. Its popularity quickly spreads to other countries, with pickleball courts popping up worldwide.

Part of pickleball’s appeal lies in its accessibility – pickleball can be played on a variety of surfaces and requires minimal equipment, making it an ideal sport for all ages and skill levels. Additionally, pickleball offers a great workout that is enjoyable and easy to learn.

With pickleball’s steadily rising popularity, many tournaments and leagues are now available for players of all levels to participate in.

Tips for Winning the game

With an easy-to-learn format, it’s no surprise that so many are turning to it for fun and exercise. Whether you’re a beginner just starting or have been playing for years, here are a few tips and tricks to winning the pickleball game.

Use a Paddle that Suits Your Style

You should select a pickleball paddle based on your playing style and grip preferences. It is essential to pick the paddle’s right size, weight, and shape to help you handle different shots. Lightweight paddles are good for defensive play, while you can use heavier paddles to generate more power.

Improve Your Footwork

Footwork plays a major role in pickleball as it allows you to remain balanced and hit powerful shots while running around the court. You should focus on developing quickness, agility, and endurance, which will help you stay ahead of your opponents on the court.

[snapthistiger]

exercise 01132025

bike ride to the gym

8 x 10 incline sit ups

3 x 10 pec machine

3 x 10 lat raise

3 x 10 low row

3 x 10 cable row

3 x 10 cable press

30 minutes on the step mill

bike ride home

the gym workers received Hershey kisses

stayed at my Mom's last night. my Mom was asleep around 730p and slept all night

top left = Hershey kisses for the gym workers

middle left = gym posted some rules for the pickleball players. i have heard that some players are staying on the court for extended time instead of giving others a chance to play

middle right = found a sword in the clover by the sidewalk. i feel like King Arthur when he found Excalibur. :-)

bottom = another picture of the sword. the sword blade isn't sharp but it is pointed and could injure someone. not sure what i'm going to do with it

hope you have a peaceful afternoon and evening..