Pickleball

What Is Pickleball?

Pickleball is a dynamic racquet sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and table tennis.

What Equipment Do You Need to Play Pickleball?

  • Court and Net
  • Pickleball is typically played on a court that shares similarities with a badminton court. The dimensions are 20 feet wide and 44 feet long for doubles play, and slightly smaller for singles. 
  • Ball
    Pickleballs are distinctive, featuring holes on their surface. They are made of plastic and come in various colors, with specific requirements for indoor and outdoor play. The ball is designed to provide a balance of aerodynamics and bounce suitable for Pickleball gameplay.

 

  • Paddles
    Pickleball paddles are solid, flat-surfaced, and typically made of materials such as wood, composite, or graphite. Paddles have specific size dimensions, and their weight and grip size may vary based on player preference.
How to Play Pickleball?

  • Not Hitting the Ball Out of Bounds- Players must ensure that the ball remains within the designated boundaries of the court. Hitting the ball outside these boundaries results in a fault.
  • Serving with the Hand Below the Waist- The serve must be executed with an underhand motion, and the paddle must make contact with the ball below the server’s waist. This rule emphasizes a controlled and fair serving technique.
  • Two Bounce Rule- After the serve, the ball must bounce once on the receiving side before players are allowed to hit volleys.
  • No-Volley Zone (Kitchen) During Service- The server and receiver must avoid entering the no-volley zone, which extends 7 feet from the net on both sides, during the serve.
  • Game Ending at 11, 15, or 21 Points- The game can be played to 11, 15, or 21 points, with 11 points being the most common. A team must win by a margin of at least two points. Players typically score only when serving. Points are earned if the opposing team faults or fails to return the ball within the rules.