Master the art of efficient tournament scheduling
The most common mistake is underestimating how long a tournament will take. Use these formulas:
Example: 16 players, 2 courts, 30 min matches = (15 ÷ 2) × 30 = ~4 hours
Example: 8 players, 2 courts, 20 min matches = (28 ÷ 2) × 20 = ~4.5 hours
⚠️ Always Add Buffer Time
Add 25-30% extra time for: player warm-ups, bathroom breaks, late arrivals, matches running long, and transitions between rounds.
| Time Slot | Court 1 | Court 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Round 1 | 1 vs 2 | 3 vs 4 |
| Round 2 | 5 vs 6 | 7 vs 8 |
| Round 3 | 1 vs 3 | 2 vs 4 |
| Round 4 | 5 vs 7 | 6 vs 8 |
| ... continues for all 28 matches | ||
Have backup slots built into schedule. If needed, shift subsequent matches on that court only.
Give 10-15 minute grace period, then advance opponent. Update bracket immediately.
Have rain delay protocol. Consider time limits or moving to consolation format.
Advance opponent. If player can continue later, follow medical clearance guidelines.
Our AI-powered scheduler automatically optimizes court assignments, rest times, and match order. Create a perfectly balanced schedule in seconds.
Master the art of efficient tournament scheduling
The most common mistake is underestimating how long a tournament will take. Use these formulas:
Example: 16 players, 2 courts, 30 min matches = (15 ÷ 2) × 30 = ~4 hours
Example: 8 players, 2 courts, 20 min matches = (28 ÷ 2) × 20 = ~4.5 hours
⚠️ Always Add Buffer Time
Add 25-30% extra time for: player warm-ups, bathroom breaks, late arrivals, matches running long, and transitions between rounds.
| Time Slot | Court 1 | Court 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Round 1 | 1 vs 2 | 3 vs 4 |
| Round 2 | 5 vs 6 | 7 vs 8 |
| Round 3 | 1 vs 3 | 2 vs 4 |
| Round 4 | 5 vs 7 | 6 vs 8 |
| ... continues for all 28 matches | ||
Have backup slots built into schedule. If needed, shift subsequent matches on that court only.
Give 10-15 minute grace period, then advance opponent. Update bracket immediately.
Have rain delay protocol. Consider time limits or moving to consolation format.
Advance opponent. If player can continue later, follow medical clearance guidelines.
Our AI-powered scheduler automatically optimizes court assignments, rest times, and match order. Create a perfectly balanced schedule in seconds.