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The United Pickleball Association of America (UPA-A) is proud to announce the launch of its Interim Certification Program.

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Setting new benchmarks for paddle performance and consistency in the sport of pickleball. This program applies rigorous standards and testing to ensure that paddles not only perform as intended but maintain their performance characteristics over time. The Interim Certification Program utilizes deflection testing to assess paddle power, establishing an Acceptable Deflection Force (ADF) of 46.
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The PBCoR Test: A Necessary Evolution in Pickleball Equipment Regulation

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The PBCoR Test: A Necessary Evolution in Pickleball Equipment Regulation In the fast-evolving world of pickleball, equipment regulation plays a crucial role in maintaining fair play and the integrity of the sport. The recent introduction of the Paddle-Ball Coefficient of Restitution (PBCoR) testing requirement by USA Pickleball (USAP) marks a significant milestone in this ongoing
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Pickleball Net Doctor: The Perfect Repair Solution…

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In conclusion, the Pickleball Net Doctor Center Post Repair Kit is an innovative, easy-to-use solution for maintaining portable Pickleball net systems. Whether for emergency repairs, permanent solutions, or simply as a preventative measure, this kit proves to be a game-changer in ensuring an uninterrupted and enjoyable Pickleball experience.

USA Pickleball Official Rulebook Index

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10 second rule 4.E between games 5.B.2 switching sides 5.B.6 technical warning/foul 13.G.3.e time out 10.A.5 Additional Balls 7.N Apparel 2.G violation 2.G.4 Around the post (ATP) shot 11.M; 11.L.3 Ball specifications 2.D cracked/broken 11.E color 2.D.3 Calling the score 4.D singles matches 4.I doubles matches 4.J wrong score called 4.K Carry 3.A.1 deliberate carry
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SECTION 13 – TOURNAMENT MANAGEMENT AND OFFICIATING

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13.A. Tournament Director. A Tournament Director is responsible for the tournament. It is the Tournament Director’s responsibility to designate the officials and their areas of responsibility. 13.A.1. A player may appeal any officiating decision to the Tournament Director or their designee. The Tournament Director, however, retains the final decision-making authority while following the applicable rule
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SECTION 12 – SANCTIONED TOURNAMENT POLICIES

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12.A.Event Categories.Men: Singles and DoublesWomen: Singles and DoublesMixed: DoublesWheelchair: Singles and Doubles 12.A.1. In events described by gender, only members of that gender shall be allowed to play in that event. 12.A.2. Mixed doubles – A mixed doubles team shall consist of one male and one female player. 12.A.3. Players using wheelchairs may play in
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SECTION 11 – OTHER RULES

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SECTION 11 – OTHER RULES 11.A.    Double Hits. Balls can be hit twice, but this must occur during an unintentional, continuous, single-direction stroke, by one player. If the stroke made while performing the serve or during a rally is deliberately not continuous, or not in a single direction, or the ball is struck by
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SECTION 9 – NON-VOLLEY-ZONE RULES

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9.A. All volleys must be initiated outside of the non-volley zone. For players using wheelchairs, the front (smaller) wheels may touch the non-volley zone during a volley. 9.B. It is a fault if the volleying player or anything that has contact with the volleying player while in the act of volleying touches the non-volley zone.
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SECTION 8 – DEAD BALL RULES

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8.A. Any action that stops play will result in a dead ball. 8.B. A fault called by a referee or player, or a fault committed by a player, will result in a dead ball. 8.C. A hinder called by the referee or player will result in a dead ball. The referee will determine if the
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