Rule Submission TitleNon-volley zone includes NVZ line
USAP Board VoteDisapproved
USAP Board Vote ReasonAlthough redundant, this helps people understand the NVZ rules
Existing Rule #4.M.5
Proposed Rule Change (edited)

4.M.3. The served ball lands in the non-volley zone which includes the NVZ lines.

Proposed Rule Change

4.M.3. The served ball lands in the non-volley zone which includes the NVZ lines.

Original Rule Text

4.M.3. The served ball lands in the non-volley zone which includes the NVZ lines.

Reasoning Behind Suggested Change

The definition of the NVZ clearly states that the boundary lines are part of the NVZ. It is cumbersome and unnecessary to make reference to the lines in NVZ related rules. This change makes 4.M.3 and 4.M.5 consistent.

Rule Book Year2026
Rule Change ID2067
Date CreatedApril 1, 2025
View Comments View Comments