Paddle Tennis 2

1. Starting the Match

• A toss decides which team serves first or chooses the court side.
• The opposing team chooses the remaining option.
• Each team chooses which player serves first.

2. Serving Rules (Doubles-Specific)

• Serve must be underhand and struck below the waist.
• Server must stand behind the baseline.
• Serve must land in the diagonal service box.
• Only one serve attempt is allowed.
• Server alternates sides after each point (right to left).
• Serving order within a team must remain the same throughout the set.
• Receiving order must remain consistent for the entire set.

3. Court and Position Rules

• Both teammates stand on their side of the court.
• Either receiving team player may return as long as the receiving order is followed.
• Players may switch positions after the serve is returned.
• No player may touch the net or cross into the opponent’s side.
• Players cannot obstruct the opponent’s shot.

4. Scoring System

• Uses tennis scoring: 15–30–40–Deuce–Advantage–Game.
• A set is won by winning six games with a 2-game lead.
• At 6–6, a tiebreak is usually played to 7 points (win by 2).
• Matches are typically best of 3 sets.

5. When a Point Is Won

• Opponents fail to return the ball.
• The ball is hit into the net or out of bounds.
• The ball bounces twice before returning.
• Foot fault is committed on serve.
• Opponents interfere with play.
• Either team player may hit the ball, but only one may strike it per shot.

6. Let Rules

• Serve touches the net but lands correctly.
• External interference stops the rally.
• A ball from another court enters play.
• Unexpected disturbance interrupts play.

7. Change of Ends

• Teams switch sides after every odd-numbered game (1, 3, 5, etc.).

8. Equipment Rules

• The paddle must be solid with holes and no strings.
• The ball must be a low-pressure sponge/rubber type.
• Equipment must be officially approved.

9. Foot Fault Rules

• Server steps on or over the baseline before contact.
• The server moves feet improperly during serve.
• Both feet must remain behind the baseline at contact.

10. Team Communication

• Teammates may talk during points, including calling shots (“mine!”, “yours!”).
• Players may not shout or gesture intentionally to distract opponents.

11. Dress Code

• Event-approved T-shirts must be worn during gameplay.
• Event-approved cap should be worn if required by the event rules.
• Players may wear any appropriate sports trousers or shorts suitable for movement and comfort.
• Proper sports shoes with good grip must be worn.