-The players only use the service box and play without rackets.
-Start with an over-arm throw from behind the service line (as if serving) and play out a rally with normal tennis rules.
-When the player catches the ball they can only hold it for 1 second. When the player has the ball they cannot move there feet!
-If the ball bounces they must use under-arm throws. If they catch it before bouncing, they can throw over-arm (as if volleying before bounce!)
-First player to 7 points wins, as in the tie-break.
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