Serving Rule

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Chee Koo
Chee Koo Asked 14 years ago

Hi coach, I want to ask about serving,is it ok if I pop the ball up and serve.


Alois Rosario
Member Badge Alois Rosario Answered 14 years ago

Hi Chee,

You have to throw the ball out of your hand.  It then has to go up at least the height of the net off your hand and then when it is coming down you have to hit it.  You aren't allowed to hit it twice. 


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Chee Koo

Chee Koo Posted 14 years ago

Thanks cocach.

Chee Koo

Chee Koo Posted 14 years ago

I"m sorry its thank u coach

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