Pickleball Rules

The same dimensions are used for both singles and doubles pickleball.  All lines are considered “in” with the exception of the non-volley zone line on a serve.

A good way to clear up any questions on the rules of the game is to read the official rulebook.  It’s available for free as a PDF file, or you can order a spiral bound hard copy for $10 (plus shipping).

The USAP 2026 Official Rulebook is valid starting 1/1/2026.

See the 2026 change document for changes made in 2026.

For information on equipment specifications such as paddle and ball specs, see the USAPA Equipment Standards Manual.

If you’re interested in testing your rules knowledge, you can take a sample quiz on the USAPA website.  The quizes contain 50 multiple choice and true/false questions.  You are given 50 minutes to complete the test.