Serving Rules
Serve underhand, diagonally, below the waist.
The serve must be made underhand with the paddle contacting the ball below waist level. The server stands behind the baseline and serves diagonally cross-court into the opposite service box. The serve must clear the kitchen and its line.
Common mistakes
- Contacting the ball above the waist
- Stepping on the baseline during serve
- Serving into the kitchen
📘 Official reference: USA Pickleball Rulebook, Section 4.
FAQ
- What is the serving rules in pickleball?
- The serve must be made underhand with the paddle contacting the ball below waist level. The server stands behind the baseline and serves diagonally cross-court into the opposite service box. The serve must clear the kitchen and its line.
- What are common mistakes with the serving rules?
- Common mistakes include: Contacting the ball above the waist; Stepping on the baseline during serve; Serving into the kitchen.