The rules ?
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
A. First of all, either player on a doubles team can make any line call on their side of the court. It is a common courtesy to assist your partner with the service line call while she is returning though.
Set up at the service line when your partner is waiting to receive serve, and look to call this line as the ball lands. When you notice that your opponent’s serve is in, begin moving forward a little. If you recognize that it is a slow serve, or right to your partner’s big forehand, then close aggressively. On the other hand, if it is a particularly effective serve, then be cautious because you might need to defend yourself immediately. In other words, be alert. You should be able to both help with the line calls AND be aggressive around the net.