The Serve

Only one serve is allowed. A let is called if the ball strikes the net and lands in the opposite court (diagonal or crosscourt). If the ball strikes the net and lands either in the kitchen (no volley zone) or out of bounds, a fault is declared.

The serve must be underhand. Additionally:

• The strike of the ball must be BELOW the waist or navel area.
• No part of the paddle may be higher than the wrist at the time of ball strike.
• Neither foot may enter the court or touch the baseline until the ball is struck.