# What does 'side-out' mean?

**Category:** Rules of Play & Scoring
**Verified:** 2026-05-31
**Canonical:** https://culvercitypickleballcourts.com/knowledge/side-out
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## Quick answer

Service shifts from one team to the opposing team.

## Detailed answer

A side-out occurs when the serving team loses both of their serve rotations, passing the serve to the opposing side to start scoring points.

## Related

- https://culvercitypickleballcourts.com/knowledge/doubles-scoring