Drop serve

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morgen williams
morgen williams Asked 11 years ago

Is the drop serve illegal?

Alois Rosario
Member Badge Alois Rosario Answered 11 years ago

Hi Morgen,

The ball has to go up off your hand and be clear of your hand by at least 16cm.  Here is the relevant rule:

The server shall then project the ball near vertically upwards, without imparting spin, so that it rises at least 16cm after leaving the palm of the free hand and then falls without touching anything before being struck. 

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