Rules that govern pickleball
Official USA Pickleball Rulebook
First published in 1984, the Official USA Pickleball Rulebook is the definitive rulebook for the game of pickleball. This rulebook governs how the game of pickleball is played. Updated at the beginning of each year, the Official USA Pickleball Rulebook reflects the latest revisions and clarifications to ensure consistency, fairness, and fun across every pickleball court. Whether you’re a player, referee, or tournament organizer, the USA Pickleball rules are your go-to guide for understanding and applying the rules of pickleball.
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Pickleball Rules & Regulations
Below are links to all the pickleball rules and regulations governing the sport of pickleball.
Official USA Pickleball Rulebook
Download the complete 2026 USA Pickleball Official Rulebook.
Pickleball Rules Summary
Our Pickleball Rules Summary gives you a quick, high-level look at the most important pickleball rules.
Equipment Standards
The Official USA Pickleball Rulebook and the Equipment Standards Manual make up the official rules of USA Pickleball.
Wheelchair Pickleball Rules
The specific rules and adaptations need to play and compete in wheelchair pickleball.
Changes and Revisions
Rule Change Suggestions
The 2027 Rulebook revision process is now open. We are accepting change requests for the 2027 rule until June 1st, 2026.