RULES

Sportsmanship, fair play, and safety are essential pillars of any sporting activity. They promote respectful players, encourage healthy competition, and ensure a positive environment for everyone involved. Upholding these values not only enhances the spirit of the game but also fosters friendships and lifelong skills both on and off the court. Embracing these principles leads to a rewarding and enjoyable experience for athletes of all ages.

VISION PICKLEBALL GENERAL RULES OF CONDUCT – DROP IN

GENERAL CONDUCT

Be respectful of others while sharing the facility. Clean up after yourself and dispose of trash properly.
Courts are not generally separated by skill levels. Play with everyone and embrace the spirit of friendly competition.
If you realize you are a significantly higher skill level than your opponent, please refrain from hitting body shots.

FOOTWEAR

Indoor courts: Only non-marking indoor court shoes are allowed.
Outdoor shoes: Please change outdoor shoes in the designated area before entering the court.
Players wearing improper footwear will be removed from the court without a refund.
Cleaning Fee: A fee will be charged for improper footwear use on the court.

SERVING

The server (or partner, if designated) must clearly announce the score before serving, loud enough for the opponent to hear.
If the wrong score is announced, play may be stopped before the serve is returned, and the server will re-serve after correctly stating the score.

SCORING

Games are played to 11 points, win by 2 points. Points are only awarded when serving.
Rally scoring is allowed only when courts are not busy.
After a game ends, all participants must vacate the court if four or more players are waiting. There is no replay if even one person is waiting for a game.

OUT CALLS

Do not question an out call made by the receiving team.
Calls should not be requested or accepted from spectators.

KITCHEN LINE VIOLATIONS

Players may call an opponent on a kitchen violation. In case of a dispute, the point should be replayed.
During recreational play, players should also self-police and ensure they and their partner follow the kitchen line rules.

COURT ETIQUETTE

If a rally is in progress on an active court, wait until the point is completed before walking past.
If a ball from another court enters your court, call out "BALL!" as a warning.
If a ball is a hazard, play should stop immediately on the affected court.
When returning balls, please ensure they are directed back to the correct court.

BALLS

Each player is expected to provide their own ball. The Onix yellow indoor ball is the club preference and is available for purchase at the club sign in desk. If all 4 players are in agreement a different ball may be used instead.

COURTESY

During drop-in play, two people should not insist on continuously playing together unless preparing for a tournament within the next 30 days.
Please refrain from swearing out loud—let’s maintain a respectful environment for all.
When courts are managed by waiting racks, do not change the order of paddles.

MEMBERSHIP REQUIREMENTS

Adhering to these guidelines is a requirement for membership.