Before you serve
Rules
bryne disney Asked 12 years ago
When both players are in position to play can the server hit the ball in the air and catch it and then serve, or hit the ball (bounce) off the floor before a serve.ie tennis style.
Cheers Bryne
Alois Rosario Answered 12 years ago
Hi Bryne,
If the umpire deems that the player has started his serve then he wouldn't be allowed to do that. If it is before he has started then it is usually allowed as long as it is not excessive.
There has to be a pause after he hits the ball in the air or onto the floor. The ball has to be still (stopped) in his hand.
Has it been a problem?
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