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.

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

A) Baseline, sideline and centerline.

B) No lines.

C) NVZ (short serves).

D) Centerline.

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2) A line judge should signal an out of position player by clasping both of their hands above their head.

A) False

B) True

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

A) False

B) True

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4) 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 triple bounce fault for a wheelchair player.

C) A double bounce fault.

D) A double hit fault.

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5) If a line judge makes an "out" line call that ends the rally, the referee may immediately overrule the line judge's call (without an appeal from a player) if the referee clearly saw that the ball landed "in".

A) True

B) False

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6) 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

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7) 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

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8) The sideline judge is responsible for making sideline calls on the assigned sideline and service foot faults associated with the imaginary extension of that sideline.

A) False

B) True

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

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

B) Any of these are valid indications

C) That a ball in play hit a player.

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

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10) Depending on the circumstances, the referee has the authority to position a line judge on one side of the court or the other.

A) True

B) False

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

A) Center line on serves.

B) Baselines.

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

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

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

A) False

B) True

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13) It is okay to carry on a conversation with the person seated next to you, as long as it doesn’t distract you from your line judging duties.

A) True

B) False

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

A) False

B) True

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15) 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) True

B) False

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16) During time-outs, line judges are allowed to quickly check their cell phones.

A) False

B) True

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17) During the serve, a foot fault occurs when:

A) At least one foot is in contact with the playing surface on the opposite side of the imaginary extension of the centerline when the paddle contacts the ball for the serve.

B) At least one foot is in contact with the playing surface outside the imaginary extension of the sideline when the paddle contacts the ball for the serve.

C) All of these are foot faults.

D) At least one foot is in contact with the baseline and/or court surface when the paddle contacts the ball for the serve.

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18) A line judge should only focus on the edge of her assigned line. They should ignore all other action on the court.

A) True

B) False

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19) 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.

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20) Besides watching their own line, what else should a line judge be paying attention to?

A) All of these.

B) The rally in preparation for a ball coming toward their line.

C) Coaching from the spectators.

D) A double bounce.

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21) If a ball bounces close to the line, but the ball is not “out,” the line judge should without hesitation loudly call “in.”

A) False

B) True

22 / 40

22) The line judge shown above is signaling:

A) Coaching.

B) Ready.

C) Out of position player.

D) "Out" ball.

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

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

B) Loudly call the ball out.

C) All of these actions.

D) Immediately call the ball out.

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24) Overruled line calls are rare if the line judge is following the standards and procedures. But, if an overrule occurs, the line judge should forget it and continue to make calls as they see them.

A) True

B) False

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

A) Show the blocked signal.

B) Confidently re-state the call.

C) Consult other line judges for their opinions.

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26) 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) True

B) False

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

A) In.

B) Not Sure.

C) Out.

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28) When a line judge notices coaching by a spectator other than during time-outs or between games, the line judge should extend their arms upward in a "V" motion.

A) True

B) False

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

A) True

B) False

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

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

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

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

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

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

A) False

B) True

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32) What is the best positioning of a line judge to view their assigned line?

A) Through a fence.

B) Just outside their assigned line with an unobstructed view down the line.

C) Precisely straight down the line to view both sides equally.

D) Just inside their assigned line with an unobstructed view down the line.

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33) If requested by the referee, line judges can assist the referee with the following calls:

A) Non-volley zone violations.

B) Double bounces.

C) Balls touching a player.

D) All of these calls.

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

A) False

B) True

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35) Line judges should make wrong server and player out of position calls immediately when they occur.

A) True

B) False

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

A) False

B) True

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

A) Operations Coordinator.

B) Line judge.

C) Head Referee.

D) Tournament Director.

E) Referee assigned to the match.

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

A) False

B) True

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39) As soon as your spouse qualifies for the Gold Medal match, you should volunteer to be one of the line judges.

A) False

B) True

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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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