Serving under the table

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Jason Ferdinand
Jason Ferdinand Asked 8 years ago

Hi Alois. While serving, after we throw the ball, can we hit the ball under the table? Is it legal?


Alois Rosario
Member Badge Alois Rosario Answered 8 years ago

Hi Jason,

You have to hit the ball while it is still above the level of the playing surface.


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