Advanced tools for competitive pickleball tournaments and organized play
Everything you need to run professional tournaments with official USAPA rules and competitive matches
🎯 Tournament Mode Features
🏅 Why Tournament Mode?
Our tournament features are designed specifically for competitive play, providing the tools needed for professional scoring, spectator engagement, and match management that meet official USAPA standards. Combine with our winning strategies for tournament success.
Core Tournament Features
MATCH TRACKING
Best-of-3 Matches
Automatic game progression
Match score tracking (2-1, 1-0, etc.)
Proper scoring rules enforcement
Match history recording
LIVE SHARING
Spectator Display
Real-time score updates
QR code for easy access
Multiple viewers supported
Mobile-optimized viewing
FULLSCREEN
Professional Display
Large, easy-to-read scores
Clean interface for tournaments
Touch-friendly controls for refs
Distraction-free environment
Official USAPA Compliance
Scoring Rules: Enforces official side-out scoring system
Server Rotation: Automatic doubles server tracking (1 or 2)
Win Conditions: Standard 11-point games, must win by 2
Match Format: Standard best-of-3 tournament format
Time Tracking: Built-in timeout and break timers
📱 Live Sharing & Spectator Features
How Live Sharing Works
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Start Your Match: Begin scoring with our tournament mode
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Share Automatically Activates: After the first point, live sharing begins
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Share the QR Code: Display QR code for spectators to scan
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Real-Time Updates: All viewers see live score changes instantly
🎥 Perfect for Tournament Streaming
Multiple Courts: Track several matches simultaneously
Remote Viewing: Coaches and family can follow matches remotely
Tournament Brackets: Share individual match progress
Social Media: Easy sharing of exciting match moments
Spectator View Benefits
📺 For Spectators
Clear, large score display
Server information visible
Game and match progress
No app download required
Works on any device
🏟️ For Tournament Directors
Monitor multiple courts
Real-time match status
No extra equipment needed
Automatic score validation
Match completion alerts
⚙️ Tournament Setup & Organization
Tournament Formats Supported
🏆 Single Elimination
Format: Best-of-3 matches (11-11-11 or 11-11-15)
Advantages: Fast tournament completion, clear winners
Best For: Large tournaments with time constraints
Setup: Standard bracket format with match mode enabled
🔄 Round Robin
Format: Single games to 11 or 15 points
Advantages: Everyone plays multiple matches
Best For: Smaller groups, skill development events
Setup: Single game mode with point tracking
🎯 Pool Play + Playoffs
Format: Pool games to 11, playoffs best-of-3
Advantages: Combines guaranteed games with competitive playoffs
Best For: Medium-sized tournaments
Setup: Mix of single game and match modes
Equipment & Setup Requirements
📋 Tournament Checklist
Devices: Tablets or smartphones for each court
Internet: WiFi for live sharing (optional but recommended)
Display: Large screen/TV for spectator viewing (optional)
Backup: Paper scorecards as fallback
Training: Brief referee/scorekeeper orientation
👨⚖️ Referee & Official Tools
Scoring Control Features
Score Correction: Easy undo functionality for scoring mistakes
Server Management: Manual server adjustment when needed
Timeout Tracking: Built-in timeout timers for official breaks
Game Reset: Quick reset between games in matches
Match Documentation: Automatic game and match history
🎯 Referee Best Practices
Pre-Match: Verify team names and starting server
During Play: Announce score clearly before each serve
Score Disputes: Use undo function to correct immediately
Timeouts: Use built-in timer for official 1-minute timeouts
Game Completion: Verify final score before starting next game
Staff: Tournament director + court managers + referees
Youth & Recreational Events
⚠️ Special Considerations
Modified Scoring: Consider shorter games (first to 7 or 9)
Time Limits: Set match time limits for schedule management
Skill Divisions: Use our app to track different skill brackets
Fun Formats: Round robin ensures everyone plays multiple games
Technology Integration
Live Streaming: Use shared scores for commentary integration
Social Media: Share exciting match updates in real-time
Photography: Capture scoreboard for match documentation
Results Posting: Easily share final tournament results
🚀 Ready to Run Your Tournament?
Our tournament features provide everything you need to run professional-quality pickleball competitions, from casual club tournaments to major competitive events.