Question

When is the ball considered "out"?

Answer 1

The ball is considered "out" when:

1. The portion of the ball that makes contact with the floor is totally outside of the boundary lines.
2. It makes contact with an object outside the court, the ceiling or a person who is not in play.
3. Outside of the side bands, it comes into contact with the antenna, ropes, posts or the net.
4. It crosses the entire lower space beneath the net.