UPDATE: The let serve clause was removed from pickleball rules as of January 2021 (and calling one could lead to a serving error!). This page has been left as a reference.?These rules are no longer in effect.
We will explain some of the less well-known concepts in Pickleball. Pickleball is a lot more fun if you know how to play it correctly. Although most of the rules are simple to learn, “let serve” can be a surprise for new players. Pickleball: How to Serve Pickleball requires you to serve underhand and hold the paddle at your waist. At this point, the paddle must contact the ball. The wrist must not touch the top of the paddle face. You must place one foot behind the baseline to start. After you hit the ball, neither your foot nor the court can touch the baseline. Make sure your partner and opponents have their paddles ready and are ready for you to take the stage. The ball must be thrown diagonally into the court in the opposite direction from the service area. If you receive a “let serve”, you are limited to one attempt at serving.
What is a Let Serve in Pickleball?
Let serve simply means “let’s do it again!” Let’s say you hit the ball. The ball touches the net but does not reach the top. It still crosses the net beyond the non-volley area and into your opponent’s court. Although it wouldn’t be considered a good serve, it isn’t a penalty. This would allow the server to play it again. But touching the net doesn’t make it a serve. It must cross the net and reach the intended court.
What is the maximum number of pickleball let serves allowed?
Is there a maximum number of let serves that can be allowed per match? Two per game? No! No. You can continue until you receive a good serve or a mistake. It can be frustrating for other players and slow down the match. Learn More About Pickleball Terms You’re now more familiar with a let serve. If you have any questions on the court, we have you covered. Head over to our Pickleball definitions glossary to find definitions for everything from a “dink”, “the kitchen”, to a “falafel”. Perhaps you are curious about why people refer to themselves in numbers or what the difference is between a 3.5- and a 4. Our detailed guide to Pickleball skill levels is on hand to help. If you have any questions feel free to leave a comment below or join our free Facebook community.
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