description Paleta goma Overview
Paleta goma is a discipline of Basque pelota in which players use a solid wooden paddle, called a paleta, to strike a rubber ball against the front wall of a court. Variants are played on different court types, including the trinquet, and the sport may be contested in singles or doubles under the applicable rules. It is practiced by both men and women, including in competitions governed by international pelota organizations.
help Paleta goma FAQ
What equipment is used in paleta goma?
Players use a broad wooden or fiber paddle called a paleta and a rubber ball. The word goma refers to the rubber ball used in this discipline of pelota. [Spanish Pelota Federation](https://fepelota.com/fepelota/modalidades/frontenis-2/)
Is paleta goma played in a fronton or a trinquet?
Both court types are used. The Spanish federation lists singles play on a 30-meter fronton and pairs play in a trinquet, with men's and women's formats. [Spanish Pelota Federation](https://fepelota.com/fepelota/modalidades/frontenis-2/)
How is a rally played in paleta goma?
A player strikes the rubber ball against the front wall and tries to place it so the opponent cannot return it before the second bounce. The format rewards control and placement as well as paddle speed. [Argentina government sports guide](https://www.argentina.gob.ar/turismoydeportes/juegosevita/pelota-paleta)
How is paleta goma different from paleta cuero?
The key difference is the ball: paleta goma uses rubber, while paleta cuero uses leather. The rubber ball generally produces more bounce and a quicker rhythm, while leather-ball play is heavier and more forceful. [Basque pelota reference](https://deporteka.com/pelota-vasca/reglas/la-paleta/)
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