If a ball hits the line and is half in and half out, is the ball considered good?
A. This is important. If the ball is 99% out, then it is 100% in. Always. When you’re not sure about a line call, you are expected to offer the benefit of doubt to your opponent. This is The Code for our sport. Follow it and you will set a good example. Defy it and your integrity will be justifiably questioned.
Q. Who should call the lines in doubles play? I realize that if you are not receiving that you can clearly see the service line for your partner, but usually I look toward the player on the opposite side of the net (to see how she is responding). I feel that if my partner is back at the baseline and I am close to the net, that I can’t see the ball as well as she can. I feel that if I do not stay focused on what is going on the other side of the net I will miss the opportunity to be aggressive. Your input to this situation will be greatly appreciated