# Rule 1.3 Objective (One-wall)

The objective is to win each rally by serving or returning the ball so the opponent is unable to keep the ball in play. A rally is won when one player is unable to return the opponent’s shot legally. (See Rule 4.4C)

## Mentioned here

- [Player](https://handball.theperfectship.com/player.md)
- [Opponent](https://handball.theperfectship.com/opponent.md)
- [Rally](https://handball.theperfectship.com/rally.md)
- [Ball](https://handball.theperfectship.com/ball.md)

Source: USHA official rulebook, used with written permission — https://www.ushandball.org/