Service boll toss

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John Farinas
John Farinas Asked 12 years ago

Hi.

If the server tosses the ball but misses the ball during the serve does the point still count? 

Alois Rosario
Member Badge Alois Rosario Answered 12 years ago

Hi John,

As soon as the ball leaves the hand it is in play.  So if they throw it up and miss they lose the point.

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