Question 1

How do I organize a local tournament in my community?

Accepted Answer

Start by choosing tournament management software like Brakto, which offers free community features. Set up your tournament format, create registration, and share with your local community through social media and community boards.

Question 2

What is the best free tournament software for small communities?

Accepted Answer

Brakto offers the most comprehensive free tier for community tournaments: up to 16 players for the entire event, with bracket management, email notifications, and scheduling at no cost.

Question 3

Can I use tournament software for school sports?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Brakto offers specialized features for schools including student-safe registration, parent communication tools, academic calendar integration, and educational pricing discounts for schools and non-profits.

Question 4

How much does local tournament management software cost?

Accepted Answer

Brakto Free covers small offline tournaments: up to 16 players tournament-wide with CSV/manual import (no online registration). Online registration uses Event plans by number of players: $79 (≤64), $149 (65–128), $249 (129–256), $549 (257–600); Club is $790/year billed annually. Standard payment processing fees apply on online payments — no Brakto per-player platform fee. Voting contests are free up to 16 entries. Legacy grandfathered events may use older pricing.

Question 5

What sports can I manage with tournament software?

Accepted Answer

Brakto supports all major sports including tennis, pickleball, basketball, soccer, volleyball, and more. The platform includes sport-specific rules, scoring systems, and tournament formats.

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