What is Main Court

Main Court is a comprehensive platform designed specifically for the pickleball community, catering to players, organizers, coaches, and clubs. It offers an intuitive and powerful suite of tools to simplify and enhance the pickleball experience. Whether you’re looking to organize a match, participate in tournaments, book lessons, or connect with other players, Main Court has you covered.

Key Features of Main Court

1. Player Connection & Networking:
   • Easily find and connect with other players based on skill level, location, and availability.
   • Create groups and clubs to streamline communication and match organization.

   • Discover new players and build your pickleball network beyond your existing contacts.

     Match Organization:

   • Quickly set up matches with the right players for the appropriate skill level.
   • Utilize recurring match settings to automatically create new matches and send invites.

   • Organize matches and events for private groups, public clubs, or both.

     Tournament and Event Management:

   • Host tournaments with features like live scoring, skill-based divisions, and automated matchmaking.
   • Manage registration, payments, and refunds all within the app.

   • Export player and event data for record-keeping or external use.

     Skill-Based Matchmaking:

   • Leverage Main Court’s ranking system to ensure competitive and fair play.

   • Organizers can set precise skill ranges for matches and events, preventing mismatches.

     Backfill and Waitlist Features:

   • Fill cancellations automatically with interested players from your waitlist or invite pool.

   • Keep your matches and events running smoothly without the hassle of manual coordination.

     Integrated Payments:

   • Collect and manage entry fees for matches, tournaments, and lessons directly in the app.

   • Built-in refund policies ensure participants are protected and transactions are seamless.

     Automated Communication:

   • Send real-time updates, notifications, and invites via in-app messaging, email, or SMS.

   • Reduce the clutter of group texts or emails with centralized event communication.

     Club and Court Discovery:

   • Locate pickleball courts, clubs, and hubs in your area.

   • View club offerings, events, and open play schedules to easily join or participate.

     Lesson Scheduling and Coaching:

   • Coaches can list lessons for players to book directly through the platform.

   • Players can find certified coaches and schedule lessons based on their needs.

     Community Engagement:

   • Access forums to discuss strategies, techniques, and tips with other players.
   • Join exclusive ambassador programs to host and promote events with support from Main Court.

Why Use Main Court?

Main Court solves common challenges in the pickleball community, such as:

• Difficulty managing groups: Centralizes communication and updates in one platform.
• Lack of skill-level coordination: Ensures competitive play by matching players appropriately.
• Manual payment handling: Eliminates the need for external apps like Venmo by integrating payment solutions.
• Limited reach with traditional methods: Expands your network by connecting with players outside your immediate circle.
• Cancellations and disruptions: Provides tools like backfill and waitlist management to maintain seamless gameplay.

Main Court is ideal for:

• Players: Find matches, connect with the community, and improve your game.
• Organizers: Streamline events, tournaments, and leagues with powerful management tools.
• Coaches: Advertise lessons and connect with students directly.
• Clubs: Enhance visibility and make it easy for members to engage in activities.