10-08-2026 • Mark Peifer Why Is It a Replay When the Pickleball Hits the Net Crossbar? Ever wondered why a pickleball hitting the net's crossbar can result in a replay? Rule 13.B.2 accounts for the differences... 4 min read Rules
09-16-2026 • Mark Peifer Rules Refresh: Appealing A Blocked Line Call in Pickleball What should you do when a line judge is blocked from making a call? Learn why a blocked signal is not a line call and why... 2 min read Rules
08-11-2026 • Mark Peifer Rules Refresh: The Fine Line Between Momentum and a Distraction Can a pickleball player cross the net plane during a rally? Learn when crossing the net is allowed, when it becomes a distraction... 4 min read Rules
07-09-2026 • Mark Peifer Rules Refresh: Withdrawal, Forfeit, or Retirement? Understanding the Difference Learn the difference between withdrawals, forfeits, and retirements in pickleball tournaments and how each affects match... 5 min read Rules
06-10-2026 • Mark Peifer Rules Refresh Q&A – Do You Have to Call Your Own Ball Out in Pickleball? If you clearly see your own shot land out, but your opponent plays it as in, are you required to say anything? Discover what... 4 min read Rules
01-20-2026 • Mark Peifer This Unusual Net Moment in Pickleball Has a Clear Ruling Is blowing on the ball in pickleball legal? Learn the official rule, why it’s allowed, and how referees rule rare net situations. 2 min read Rules
01-08-2026 • Mark Peifer 2026 Pickleball Rule Changes to Know USA Pickleball has announced several rule changes for the upcoming 2026 Rulebook. Amendments introduce a format for doubles... 4 min read Rules
12-18-2025 • Mark Peifer Is a Match Over When Your Partner Can’t Continue? Here’s What the Pickleball Rules Actually Say Pickleball injury mid-match? Learn the rule that allows one player to continue in doubles and why a match isn’t automatically... 3 min read Rules
11-05-2025 • Mark Peifer What Happens If the Ball Hits the Net Dowel in Pickleball? By Mark Peifer, USA Pickleball Certified Referee; Past Chairman, USA Pickleball Rules Committee QUESTION: Please examine... 2 min read Rules
