Table Tennis Rules

  

By: Kasmono Monex, a fan of healthy living



Table tennis players must know the rules of the game and what is allowed and what is not allowed, so they know how to play the match properly and effectively.

The Referee is appointed by the Match Instructor to judge the play and he is the one who will enforce the law and is responsible for the standards of game management from the point of view of the match rules and the behavior of the players while in the arena.

Some rules and regulations that are often violated by players and coaches, including:
When serving the ball must be placed in the palm of the hand with an open position. Players serve by bouncing the ball almost vertically as high as at least 16 cm. Players who serve are prohibited from covering/hiding the ball with their limbs, so that opposing players can see the ball when it starts to be hit by the player serving.

If the umpire is unsure of the legality of a player's serve, he may warn the player (only once during the game). And if the legality of serving again is doubtful, then the referee will annul it and give points to the opponent.

Henceforth the referee does not have to warn the same, non-compliance with clear rules against legal requirements will result in immediate disqualification by way of punishment by awarding points to the opponent.

Sportivity of Table Tennis Players and Trainers
Table tennis players must behave in a sporting and respectful manner towards the referee and opponent during the match, if they ignore it the referee can warn using a yellow card as the first warning.
If you repeat it, you will be given a red yellow card as a second warning sign, and points for the opponent.
For the third warning, the referee issues a red yellow card and gives two points to the opponent.

The coach is allowed to advise a player after the point has ended and while the ball is not in play (without causing play to be suspended), during a rally the coach is prohibited from giving any advice.

Also read: https://kasmonomonex.blogspot.com/2022/12/six-teen-centimeter.html?m=1

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