Pickleball Basics

What is the size of a pickleball court?

• 40 foot by 20 foot

• 44 foot by 20 foot

• 48 foot by 24 foot

• 52 foot by 26 foot

What is the purpose of the non-volley zone or kitchen in pickleball?

• To divide the court into two sides

• To create a serving area

• To prevent players from hitting the ball in the air

• To allow players to hit the ball without bouncing

Where should the pickleball serve be hit from?

• Behind the non-volley zone

• Behind the center line

• Behind the baseline

• Behind the sideline

What is the double bounce rule in pickleball?

• The ball must bounce twice on each side before volleying

• The ball must bounce once on each side before volleying

• The ball must bounce once on each side before serving

• The ball must bounce twice on each side before serving

When can players hit the ball while standing in the kitchen?

• Anytime during the game

• Only after the ball has bounced on their side

• Only during the serve

• Only during the rally