BD Padel League

Swiss Format: The league uses a Swiss tournament format where teams are paired based on their current standings and performance.

Round Structure:

• Each round lasts one week (Monday to Sunday)
• New rounds generated every Monday morning
• Round 1 starts on Monday, November 17, 2025
• One match per round against different opponents

Pairing System:

• Teams paired by similar records (wins/losses)
• No repeat opponents in league stage
• Byes given if odd number of teams

Team Registration:

• Register as a complete team (2 players)
• Provide team name, both players' info
• Player 2 must confirm via SMS/WhatsApp link
• Admin reviews and confirms registration

Free Agent Registration:

• Register with name, phone, email, skill level
• Skill Levels: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
• Admin pairs you with similar skill level player
• Matched pairs auto-convert to teams

Skill Level Honesty:

• Beginner: New or <6 months experience
• Intermediate: 6mo-2yrs, comfortable with basics
• Advanced: 2+ years, strong technical skills

Weekly Timeline:

• Monday 9AM: New round generated
• Mon-Sun: Coordinate and play match
• Sunday 23:59: Match deadline

Booking Process:

• Team A proposes date/time
• Team B confirms or suggests different time
• Coordinate via WhatsApp/phone first
• Can schedule any day Monday-Sunday

Match Format:

• Best of 3 sets
• Standard padel scoring (games to 6, tie-break at 6-6)
• Win by 2 sets (e.g., 6-4, 6-3 or 6-4, 3-6, 6-2)

Court Booking:

• Typical booking: 90 minutes
• May extend if court available
• Arrive 10 minutes early for warm-up

Equipment:

• Bring your own paddle
• Balls provided by venue
• Appropriate court shoes required

Allowance:

• 2 reschedules per team for entire league
• No reschedules in playoffs
• Tracked per team, not per match

Reschedule Window:

• Only Monday-Wednesday of following week
• Thursday-Sunday not available
• Date picker shows valid dates only

Double Match Week:

• Will play 2 matches in one week
• Makeup match + regular match
• Both count towards standings

Allowance:

• 2 substitutes during league stage
• No subs in playoffs
• Tracked per team

Requirements:

• Provide sub's name, phone, email
• Admin approval required before match
• Submit in advance (not day of match)

Email Notifications:

• Request: All 3 parties notified (P1, P2, Sub)
• Approval: All 3 receive confirmation
• Denial: All 3 receive notice

Restrictions:

• Can't be registered players on other teams
• Same sub can be used multiple times
• Both members can't be subbed same match

Submission Process:

• Winning team submits score first
• Enter from your team's perspective
• Format: Set 1, Set 2, Set 3 (if played)
• Example: Won 6-4, 6-3, enter exactly that

Confirmation:

• Opponent notified to confirm score
• They see result with winner and score
• One-click to approve
• Can click "Dispute" if incorrect

Disputed Scores:

• Admin notified immediately
• Admin contacts both teams to resolve
• Admin enters correct score after verification
• Match stays "pending" until resolved

Stats Update:

• Once confirmed, stats auto-update
• Team standings: wins, losses, sets, games, points
• Individual player stats updated
• Leaderboards update in real-time

Ranking Criteria (in order):

1. Points: Win=3, Draw=1, Loss=0
2. Head-to-Head: If tied on points
3. Set Difference: Sets won - sets lost
4. Game Difference: Games won - games lost
5. Sets Won: Total sets won
6. Games Won: Total games won

Leaderboards:

• Team Leaderboard: Overall rankings
• Player Leaderboard: Individual stats
• Auto-update after each confirmed match
• Separate stats tabs for detailed analysis

Playoff Qualification:

• Top teams qualify (number based on total teams)
• Format announced after league completion
• Tiebreakers follow criteria above

Walkover Score:

• Default: 6-0, 6-0 to ready team
• Full 3 points to walkover winner
• Stats auto-update (2 sets, 12 games)

Admin Override:

• Can reverse in emergency situations
• Must be genuine emergency only
• Contact admin immediately if emergency

Expected Behavior:

• Demonstrate good sportsmanship
• Respect opponents and officials
• Call lines honestly and fairly
• Be punctual for scheduled matches

Prohibited Conduct:

• Unsportsmanlike behavior
• Verbal abuse or intimidation
• Intentional cheating
• Equipment abuse

Violations:

• Warning for first offense
• Point penalty for repeated offense
• Match forfeit for serious violations
• League suspension for extreme cases

Resolution Process:

• Try to resolve amicably between teams first
• If unresolved, contact league admin
• Admin reviews evidence from both sides
• Admin makes final decision

Types of Disputes:

• Score disagreements
• Match scheduling conflicts
• Conduct violations
• Rule interpretation questions

Evidence Needed:

• Screenshots of communications
• Witness statements if available
• Match photos/videos if relevant
• Clear description of the issue

When to Contact Admin:

• Technical issues with the platform
• Score disputes
• Emergency reschedule requests
• Conduct violations
• Rule clarification needed

How to Contact:

• Use the contact form on the website
• WhatsApp admin (number provided at registration)
• Email (check your registration confirmation)

Response Time:

• Urgent issues: Within 24 hours
• General inquiries: Within 48 hours
• Emergency situations: Same day