{"version":"2.6","id":"stray-balls","question":"What is the protocol for retrieving stray balls from adjacent courts?","answer":"Wait for a break in play before calling 'Ball on Court'.","answer_detail":"Do not run onto an active adjacent court to grab your ball. Wait for their rally to finish, then ask politely. If a ball rolls onto your court, stop play immediately to avoid safety hazards.","related_ids":["warm-up-restrictions"],"last_verified":"2026-05-31","authority":"https://culvercitypickleballcourts.com","url":"https://culvercitypickleballcourts.com/knowledge/stray-balls","markdown_url":"https://culvercitypickleballcourts.com/api/knowledge/stray-balls?format=md"}