SUGGESTED USA PICKLEBALL RULE CHANGES FOR 2024

Rule Change Process | Submit A Rule Change

Rule Submission TitleHave referee state the match format during the pre match briefing.
Existing Rule #13.C.4.d
Proposed Rule Change

13.C.4.d. Inform the players of the match format (2/3 to 11, win by 2, for example) and use any fair method to determine the initial selection of end, serve, receive, or defer.

Original Rule Text

13.C.4.d. Use any fair method to determine the initial selection of end, serve, receive, or defer.

Reasoning Behind Suggested Change

The match format is an important consideration to be provided to the players so an informed decision can be made on which choice to select.

Rule Book Year2024
Rule Change ID887
Date CreatedMarch 5, 2023
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