IPTPA Stroke Mechanics for Serves and Returns 5

Question 1

To add topspin to a volley serve while staying legal, the player should:

Accepted Answer

Swing low to high with the paddle face slightly closed and brush up the back of the ball

Answer

A low-to-high brushing swing creates topspin while the upward arc and below-waist contact keep the serve legal.

Question 2

Right after hitting a return of serve, what should the returner usually do?

Accepted Answer

Move forward toward the non-volley zone line

Answer

The returning team gains an advantage by getting to the kitchen line while the serving team must let the return bounce.

Question 3

A student's returns keep landing in the net. What is the most likely mechanical cause?

Accepted Answer

Paddle face too closed or contact too far in front and low

Answer

A closed face or a downward contact point drives the ball into the net, so open the face slightly and lift through the ball.

Question 4

When returning serve, when should the returner make a split step?

Accepted Answer

As the server makes contact with the ball

Answer

Split-stepping as the server hits the ball gets the returner balanced and ready to move in any direction.

Question 5

Which serve target usually gives a beginner server the highest-percentage result?

Accepted Answer

Aiming deep toward the middle of the service court with margin

Answer

A deep serve aimed at the middle of the service court with margin keeps the returner back and limits faults.

IPTPA - International Pickleball Teaching Professional Association Practice Test