Beginner's Guide to Pickleball Rules in Henderson

Welcome to the friendly world of pickleball, Henderson's favorite sport! If you're new to the game, don't worry. We're here to help you learn the ropes so you can start playing and having fun right away. Pickleball is all about good sportsmanship and community, and there's always someone willing to show you how to play.

You don't need to be an expert from the start. Just come out to the court with a paddle and a smile, and you'll learn as you go. Tell others you're new, and you'll find that more experienced players are usually happy to help you learn the game. This way, you can play in a way that's fun for you, and everyone else can too.

So, come on out and join the pickleball fun in Henderson. Whether it's your first game or you're getting better with every swing, you're part of a sport that's as much about friendship as it is about competition. Welcome to the game!

Simple Pickleball Rules

1. The Serve:

   • You start a point by serving the ball underhand.
   • Send the ball across the court to the other team's side.
   • Keep serving until you make a mistake, like missing the serve.

2. Double Bounce Rule:

   • Let the ball bounce once on each side before hitting it in the air.

3. Scoring:

   • Play to 11 points and win by 2.
   • Only the team that serves can score if the other team misses the ball.

4. Serving Order:

   • In doubles, each person gets to serve before it's the other team's turn.
   • Always serve from the right side first.
   • If you score, switch sides and serve to the other team's court.

5. The Kitchen:

   • There's a seven-foot zone near the net where you can't hit the ball in the air.

6. Volleys:

   • Hit the ball in the air without letting it bounce, but stay behind the kitchen line.

7. Faults:

   • A fault is when you break a rule and play stops, like hitting the ball out or stepping into the kitchen and volleying.

8. Line Calls:

   • If the ball touches any line, it's in, except in serves where it can't touch the kitchen line.

Want to know more? You can get all the official pickleball rules from the USA Pickleball Association. If you're curious about a rule or want to get serious about your game, check out USA Pickleball's Official Rules. It's a great resource for everyone who wants to learn more about pickleball.