Which option correctly describes the prescribed service signaling sequence?

Which option correctly describes the prescribed service signaling sequence?

• A. Extend arm indicating you are ready, whistle for serve, then beckon
• B. Whistle for serve, then extend arm, then beckon
• C. Beckon, then extend arm, then whistle
• D. Extend arm, beckon, then whistle

Answer: (A)

The signals follow a clear order: show you’re ready, the official whistles to authorize the serve, then the official beckons you to start. Extending the arm to indicate readiness communicates to everyone that you’re prepared to serve. The whistle provides an authoritative start cue that the rally may begin, ensuring both teams know when the server may contact the ball. Finally, the beckon from the official signals the exact moment to execute the serve, coordinating the start of play. This sequence prevents confusion: serving before the whistle would be premature, and signaling readiness after the whistle or before the beckon would disrupt the timing.

The signals follow a clear order: show you’re ready, the official whistles to authorize the serve, then the official beckons you to start. Extending the arm to indicate readiness communicates to everyone that you’re prepared to serve. The whistle provides an authoritative start cue that the rally may begin, ensuring both teams know when the server may contact the ball. Finally, the beckon from the official signals the exact moment to execute the serve, coordinating the start of play. This sequence prevents confusion: serving before the whistle would be premature, and signaling readiness after the whistle or before the beckon would disrupt the timing.