Serve underhand diagonally across the court
Keep the serve behind the baseline
Let the serve bounce once on each side before volleying
Stay out of the non-volley zone when hitting volleys
Return the ball after it bounces if needed
Rally by hitting the ball back over the net
Score only when your team is serving
Win points by forcing the opponent to miss or hit out
Play to 11 points, win by 2
Switch sides after each point while serving
Use the paddle to control placement and pace
Stay alert for the double-bounce rule
Communicate with your partner in doubles
Keep the ball in bounds
Avoid stepping into the kitchen on a volley