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By Elizabeth Hagy

If you ever play pickleball outside you know that depending on the time of day or which way the wind is blowing, one side of the court might have an advantage.  It’s common for players to switch sides of the court to make it fair, but is there a rule that addresses this? 

Yes and no, In USA Pickleball Official Rulebook (2023) Rule 5.B.3 – 6. Addresses this issue when it is the final game in a two out of three match. This could be used as a guide for games in recreational play where environmental factors give one side an advantage. So there may not be a rule pertaining to just one game but many players use this change ends rule as a guide and honestly, it seems like it’s the fair thing to do. 

5.B.3.  In a match with two out of three games to 11 points, in game three, the teams will switch ends when the first team reaches a score of 6. Serve remains with the player holding serve. 

5.B.4.  In a game to 15 points, the teams will switch ends when the first team reaches a score of 8. Serve remains with the player holding serve. 

5.B.5.  In a game to 21 points, the teams will switch ends when the first team reaches a score of 11. Serve remains with the player holding serve. 

5.B.6.  End Change Time-Out. One minute is allowed to switch ends during a game. Rule 10.A.5 shall be used to continue play.

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