In-House
Rulebook

• The serving player/team that wins the rally receives the point.
• The player/team serving continues to serve after winning the rally.
• Service changes to the opponent after losing the rally.

• Serving team should announce the match score before serving (Score Format: Serving Team Score - Receiving Score - Server Number)
• Serve must be made underhand.
• Contact with the ball must be below waist level.
• Serve must travel diagonally into the opponent's service court.
• The server must stand behind the baseline when serving.
• A serve that touches the non-volley zone/kitchen or its line is a fault.
• Players must wait until the opposing player/team is ready before serving.
• One serve attempt only.
• No second serve.

The ball must bounce once on each side before volleys are allowed.

• Serve must bounce.
• Return of serve must bounce.
• After the return bounces, players may volley.

After the two required bounces, players may volley normally.

• Players may enter the kitchen at any time.
• Players cannot volley while standing inside the kitchen.
• A player may enter the kitchen to play a ball after it has bounced.
• If a player volleys and their momentum carries them into the kitchen, it is a fault.
• Touching the kitchen line while volleying counts as being in the kitchen.

• A ball that touches the net during a rally and lands legally remains in play.
• A serve that touches the net and lands legally in the correct service court is LIVE.
• Players may not touch the net during play.
• Touching the net with your body, clothing, paddle, or equipment is a fault.

• Both players on a team participate in every rally.
• Teams may choose their starting positions.
• Players may switch positions after winning a rally.
• Partners may communicate during points.
• Only the designated server serves.

Yak Soccer Training promotes competitive but respectful play.

Players must:

• Respect opponents.
• Respect tournament officials.
• Respect facilities and equipment.
• Avoid abusive or offensive language.
• Avoid intentionally distracting opponents.
• Avoid aggressive behavior.
• Shake hands with opponents after matches.

• Players must report to their assigned court when called.
• Players should be ready 5 minutes before their scheduled match.
• Matches must begin on time.
• Players who are not present when their match is called may receive a warning.
• Excessive lateness may result in a forfeit.

• Group-stage matches: No timeouts.
• Semifinals: One 60-second timeout per player/team.
• Finals: Two 60-second timeouts per player/team.

• Players are responsible for playing within their physical ability.
• Players may request a short injury break.
• Tournament officials may stop a match if continuing play creates a safety concern.
• Severe injuries or unsafe conditions take priority over the match schedule.

Because the tournament is outdoors:

• Tournament officials will monitor weather conditions.
• Play may be delayed, suspended, shortened, or canceled due to unsafe weather.
• Lightning, severe storms, or dangerous conditions will result in an immediate suspension of play.
• Tournament officials will determine when play can safely resume.
• If necessary, match formats may be modified to complete the tournament.

Players/teams receive:

• Win = 2 points
• Loss = 0 points

If two or more players/teams are tied, standings will be determined by:

• Head-to-head result
• Point differential
• Total points scored
• Fewest points allowed
• Tournament organizer's decision / playoff if necessary

• Players must use tournament-approved pickleball equipment.
• Players may use their own paddle unless tournament officials determine that it is unsafe or inappropriate.
• Tournament balls will be provided.
• Players are responsible for their personal belongings.

• Tournament organizers have the final authority on tournament rules and scheduling.
• Players should not stop matches for prolonged arguments.
• Any dispute should be brought to the tournament organizer.
• The organizer's decision is final.

• Registration must be completed before the tournament.
• Entry fees are non-refundable after the registration deadline unless the tournament is canceled by the organizer.
• Players/teams that withdraw after the deadline may forfeit their registration fee.

This is an in-house community tournament.

The goal is to compete hard, have fun, and build community.

Play hard. Play fair. Respect everyone.