In the world of pickleball, scheduling is something that has been largely overlooked. There are a few apps out there that will help schedule a session, but most of them are for court owners only. Or, they can schedule a session but not the player rotation during that session. The new PlayMore app can do both: Any player can schedule a pickleball session and set up a Round Robin rotation.
Download the PlayMore app here.
How does the PlayMore app help more people play pickleball?
The goal of the PlayMore app is to help players organize and find times to play pickleball. Currently, there are endless group chats, Facebook communities, etc. It can also be difficult to find the right group to play with: Either they are too advanced or not advanced enough.
“PlayMore helps you get on the court faster with the right group of people,” said Forrest Berry, PlayMore director of consumer applications. “Organizers simply schedule a session and send invites. Players can see who have already joined, they can join the session, and manage their own RSVP. When the session is full, the app will manage a waitlist, players dropping out, and inviting players on the waitlist.. The app will also send reminders as the session approaches.”
You can use the app while you play. The PlayMore pickleball app uses AI to create teams and manage matchups. Keep track of scores and play in a round robin style with as many players and courts as you have available.
Download the PlayMore app here.
We spoke with Berry about the dos & don’ts of the PlayMore pickleball app:
What can you do in the app?
As an organizer, manage sessions
- Create and manage play times (sessions).
- Send invites to sessions via link and QR code.
- You can drop the invite link anywhere: Facebook, group chat, by text, etc.
- Add and remove players from a session.
- Coming soon: Add friends and send invites in the app.
As an organizer, manage gameplay
- You can have a session where everyone shows up and plays and does not use the app, or you can have the app manage the games.
- AI team and game matchmaking.
- Sub players in and out of games.
- Text and in-app notifications on start of games.
As an organizer or player: Manage your profile
- Display Name.
- Pickleball details.
- Stats.
- Birthdate.
- Years playing.
- Etc.
- Coming soon: View wins and loss performance.
As a player
- Manage RSVPs to sessions.
- Enter scores (if applicable).
- Use the app or simply use the website.
Download the PlayMore app here.
What types of pickleball play does the app support?
- Round Robin.
- More coming soon.
Can you invite a friend who does not have the app? Do they have to download the app to accept your invite?
- Invites can be sent to anyone with an internet connection.
- You do not need to download the app to use. Any player can click the link and do everything in the browser.
Download the PlayMore app here.
Can you invite players in your area that you do not know?
- You cannot invite unknown players through the app, but you can post a link or QR code anywhere.
- Coming soon: “Public” sessions, which will be available to anyone who fits the criteria. Eg. 4.5-5.0 women’s round robin.
What can you not do in the app?
The app will not help you schedule courts, so when you are planning your next pickleball games you will need to have a court ready for play.
Download the PlayMore app here.
Learn more about scheduling a pickleball game with your friends.
Watch the video above to learn more about the PlayMore pickleball app.