EPF Line Judge Test – European Pickleball Federation

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EPF Line Judges Test 2026

Welcome To the Line Judge Test:

This 40-question review is a tool for pickleball line judges and referees to test their knowledge of the USA Pickleball line judge best practices contained in the USA Pickleball Officiating Handbook. Passing the Line Judge Test is a prerequisite to applying for USA Pickleball Referee Certification. Answers to all questions can be found in the Officiating Handbook or USA Pickleball Rulebook.

Pick a time to take the test when you can complete all the questions without interruption, because the test will automatically close after 30 minutes. The test will also close when you click the “Submit” button at the end of the test, so answer all questions before submitting the test.

Upon completion, your score will be displayed.

You can take the test as often as you like. So, re-read the Officiating Handbook and re-take the test. Each time, you will receive a follow-up email containing your test score.

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1 / 40

1) There are no coaching or out of position hand signals used by line judges.

A) False

B) True

2 / 40

2) The referee has the authority and responsibility to replace any line judge that does not perform to standards.

A) False

B) True

3 / 40

3) Sideline judges should call "foot fault" if the player makes contact with the sideline of the non-volley zone while or immediately after volleying the ball.

A) False

B) True

4 / 40

4) The line judge shown is signaling:

A) C. Coaching.

B) B. Ready.

C) C. Coaching.

D) A. "In" ball.

5 / 40

5) When six line judges are used, the sideline judges are responsible for making line calls on their side of the net. However, each should watch the entire length of the sideline (baseline to baseline) in case the view of the sideline judge on the opposite end is blocked.

A) False

B) True

6 / 40

6) For each ball that lands out of bounds, the line judge for that designated line should:

A) All of these actions.

B) Immediately signal with an arm outstretched in the out-of-bounds

C) Loudly call the ball out.

D) Immediately call the ball out.

7 / 40

7) Line Judges will give an "in" signal only at the end of a rally when the ball lands in the court close to the line. The "in" signal can be made immediately.

A) False

B) True

8 / 40

8) The use of line judges in a tournament is determined by:

A) Tournament Director.

B) Head Referee.

C) Match referee.

D) Operations coordinator.

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9) When can a line judge replacement occur?

A) When the Tournament Director makes the change.

B) All of these options

C) Reasonable cause observed by the referee.

D) Petition from all the players to the referee and the referee agrees.

10 / 40

10) As a line judge, when you cannot clearly see if a ball lands “in” or “out,” you should:

A) Place the fingers of both hands below your eyes to signal to the referee that your view was blocked.

B) Listen for the nearest player or spectator to make the call and then go with whatever he says.

C) Make the call to the best of your ability, even though you are not certain.

D) Listen for a player call first, and if none made, just make a call to the best of your ability

11 / 40

11) It is okay to stand and applaud a good shot by either team when you are line judging.

A) False

B) True

12 / 40

12) If a line judge is challenged by a player, he/she should:

A) Confidently re-state the call.

B) Show the blocked signal.

C) Consult other line judges for their opinions.

13 / 40

13) Who determines if a line judge can sit during the match?

A) Referee assigned to the match.

B) Operations Coordinator.

C) Tournament Director.

D) Head Referee.

E) Line judge.

14 / 40

14) A line judge repeatedly sliding one hand across the palm of their hand indicates what to the referee?

A) Any of these are valid indications

B) That a ball in play hit a player's clothing.

C) That a ball in play deflected off a player's paddle.

D) That a ball in play hit a player.

15 / 40

15) In a match with line judges, what line(s) are the players responsible for calling on the serve?

A) No lines.

B) Baseline, sideline and centerline.

C) Centerline.

D) NVZ (short serves).

16 / 40

16) If a line judge notices a wrong server, wrong receiver, or a player out of position, the line judge should raise their hand over their head to get the referee's attention at the end of the rally.

A) True

B) False

17 / 40

17) Line judges may solicit opinions from players to determine a call.

A) True

B) False

18 / 40

18) When the ball lands, the picture above indicates the ball has bounced:

A) Out.

B) Not Sure.

C) In.

19 / 40

19) Sideline judges should call “foot fault” if a player makes contact with the sideline of the non-volley zone after volleying the ball. (i.e.: an Erne attempt)

A) False

B) True

20 / 40

20) Players have the option to appeal a line judge’s call to the referee.

A) True

B) False

21 / 40

21) If a ball is obviously out, you still are expected to call “out” and give the "out" hand signal.

A) False

B) True

22 / 40

22) A line judge should be positioned where he/she:

A) Looking through the fence or flap would be acceptable

B) Has an unobstructed view down the assigned line.

C) Can hold open the flap to see through an opening in the windscreen

D) Can look through a fence rather than over it.

23 / 40

23) Line judges should immediately raise and wave their hand, if necessary, to get the referee's attention when they clearly see other faults (e.g. double bounces, player hit by ball, player touching the net system while the ball is live).

A) True

B) False

24 / 40

24) If a line judge observes a coaching violation they should raise their hand in a "V" above their head.

A) True

B) False

25 / 40

25) What would a blocked view signal from a line judge look like?

A) Each hand covering the line judge's eyes.

B) Fingers from each hand held below the line judge's eyes.

C) Both of the line judge's hand extended forward with the palms up.

D) One hand covering both of the line judge's eyes.

26 / 40

26) The criteria for line judges and referees when making line calls are no different than those of players.

A) True

B) False

27 / 40

27) A referee may consult with a line judge in the case of a potential double bounce call.

A) True

B) False

28 / 40

28) A line judge hitting the palm of their hand twice with a closed fist indicates what to the referee?

A) D. Either a double bounce fault OR a triple bounce for a wheelchair player.

B) A double bounce fault.

C) A double hit fault.

D) A triple bounce fault for a wheelchair player.

29 / 40

29) The rules do not require line judges or referees to clearly see a space between a line and the ball when making an "out" call.

A) True

B) False

30 / 40

30) During time-outs and in between games, it is acceptable for line judges to converse about non-game related issues with players.

A) False

B) True

31 / 40

31) Which line judge is responsible for the centerline on the serve?

A) Sideline judge on the side of the receiver’s partner.

B) Baseline judge.

C) Line judges are not responsible for the centerline on the serve.

D) Sideline judge on the side of the receiver.

32 / 40

32) Line judges are allowed to check their mobile devices throughout the match as long as the phone does not ring.

A) True

B) False

33 / 40

33) Line judges may solicit opinions from players to determine a call.

A) False

B) True

34 / 40

34) In a match with only 2 line judges available, what are the most helpful lines for them to call?

A) Sideline opposite the referee (their half of the court).

B) None; it is better to not have them if only 2 are available.

C) Center line on serves.

D) Baselines.

35 / 40

35) At the end of a match, line judges should not leave their posts until released by the referee.

A) False

B) True

36 / 40

36) A player/team may overrule a line judge's call if it is to their own disadvantage.

A) False

B) True

37 / 40

37) Balls that land “in” routinely do not necessitate a call. However, if the ball landed close to the line and the referee and/or player(s) cast a questioning glance in the line judge's direction, the line judge should respond firmly with an “in” hand signal.

A) False

B) True

38 / 40

38) A delayed line call can raise suspicion of a line judge’s reliability.

A) True

B) False

39 / 40

39) Since line judges are not the match referee, it is okay to comment or react to a play during the game.

A) False

B) True

40 / 40

40) In the picture, the server's left foot is touching the baseline when the server is starting his service motion. If he lifts his foot off the baseline just before serve contact, should the line judge call a fault?

A) Yes.

B) No.

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