Changing hands
Rules
Steve Vaugier Asked 13 years ago
Coach, Once the ball is thrown up in the air for a serve can you switch hands before the ball is struck; I want to do it as a matter of deception. Thanks for your help, Steve
Alois Rosario Answered 13 years ago
Hi Steve,
No you have to throw it up with your free hand. This is allowed if you have a disability but you need special exemption to do it.
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