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The ball goes out

Ball and possession · Rule 10.5

When the ball crosses a sideline, the team that did not touch it last gets the sideline throw. Goal-line and corner decisions depend on the last touch and where it went out.

How it works

A ball touching the sideline or its vertical plane, or an overhead obstacle, leads to a sideline throw for the team that did not touch it last. The goal-line decision depends on which team touched the ball last. A rebound from the goal frame back into play is an exception to the goal-line rule.

In a game

Your paddle sends the ball across the sideline: the other team takes the throw.

Remember

Stop and follow the referee’s direction for the restart.