How-To Guides

Get Your League Running in 5 Steps

GameTriQ is designed to get you up and running quickly. Here's the typical workflow from zero to your first game:

1. Log in to your Admin Dashboard - You'll receive login credentials when you sign up. Go to your league's URL (e.g., yourleague.gametriq.com) and click "Staff Login".
2. Add your teams - Use the Teams tab to add each team with their coach name and contact info.
3. Add players to rosters - Use the Players tab to add players to each team. Include jersey numbers and positions.
4. Create your schedule - Use the Schedule tab to set up games. Select division, teams, date/time, and location.
5. Share access with scorekeepers - Give scorekeepers the login URL so they can enter scores and stats on game day.

Understanding Your Dashboard

When you log in as an admin, you'll see your League Administration Dashboard. This is your command center for managing everything in your league.

Dashboard Stats

At the top, you'll see real-time counts of:

• Active Teams - Total teams in your league
• Registered Players - Total players across all rosters
• Scheduled Games - Games on your schedule
• Divisions - Age groups or skill levels you've set up
• Live Games - Games currently in progress

Navigation Tabs

Use the tabs to switch between sections:

• Teams - Add, edit, and manage teams
• Players - Manage player rosters and transfers
• Schedule - Create and manage game schedules
• Standings - View current standings by division
• Stats - See player statistics and leaderboards
• Organizations - Manage clubs/organizations
• Settings - Configure league settings and rules
• Playoffs - Set up playoff brackets

How to Add Teams to Your League

The Teams tab is where you add and manage all the teams in your league. Each team can be assigned to a division and linked to a coach.

Adding a New Team

1. Click the Teams tab in the dashboard
2. Fill in the team information:
   • Team Name - e.g., "Eastside Thunder"
   • Division - Select the age group (4th Grade, 5th Grade, etc.)
   • Team Color - Their jersey color (optional)
   • Coach Name - Head coach's name
   • Coach Email - For sending schedule updates
3. Click Save Team

Managing Existing Teams

The teams table below the form shows all your teams. For each team you can:

• Edit (pencil icon) - Update team information
• Delete (trash icon) - Remove a team from the league

Managing Player Rosters

The Players tab lets you add players to team rosters, manage jersey numbers, and handle transfers between teams.

Adding a New Player

1. Click the Players tab
2. Fill in the player details:
   • Player Name - First and last name
   • Division - Select the division first
   • Team - Then select which team (filtered by division)
   • Jersey Number - Their uniform number
   • Position - PG, SG, SF, PF, or C (optional)
   • Parent Email - For sending player cards (optional)
3. Click Save Player

Transferring Players

If a player needs to move to a different team, use the Player Transfer section:

1. Select the player from the dropdown
2. Choose their new team
3. Add a reason for the transfer (optional)
4. Click Execute Transfer

Scheduling Games

The Schedule tab is where you create and manage all games in your league. Each game needs a home team, away team, date/time, and location.

Scheduling a Game

1. Click the Schedule tab
2. Select the Division - This filters the team dropdowns
3. Choose the Home Team
4. Choose the Away Team
5. Set the Game Date & Time
6. Enter the Location (gym name, court number, etc.)
7. Click Schedule Game

The Games Table

Below the form, you'll see all scheduled games showing:

• Date and time
• Home and away teams
• Location
• Status (scheduled, in progress, completed)
• Final score (after the game is completed)

Configuring Your League

The Settings tab lets you customize your league's rules and preferences.

Season Settings

• Season Name - e.g., "Fall 2025" or "Winter League 2026"
• Start/End Dates - Defines your season timeframe

Game Rules

• Quarter Length - Minutes per quarter (typically 8-10 for youth)
• Overtime Length - Minutes for OT periods
• Timeouts per Half - Number of timeouts each team gets
• Fouls Limit - Personal fouls before fouling out

Entering Scores and Stats

Scorekeepers use a dedicated interface designed for easy game-day use. The interface features large buttons that work well on tablets and phones.

Getting Started as a Scorekeeper

1. Go to your league's URL (e.g., yourleague.gametriq.com)
2. Click Staff Login
3. Select Scorekeeper and enter your credentials
4. You'll see today's games - tap the game you're scoring

Entering Scores

The scorekeeper interface shows both teams with their players. To track stats:

• +2 (Green) - Two-point basket
• +3 (Purple) - Three-point basket
• FT (Blue) - Free throw made
• - (Red) - Remove points (for corrections)

You can also track:

• Rebounds (offensive and defensive)
• Assists
• Steals
• Blocks
• Fouls

The Public League Page

Parents, fans, and players can visit your league's public page to see standings, schedules, and stats - no login required!

What's on the Public Page

• League Stats - Total teams, players, and games
• Standings - Current rankings by division with W-L records
• Schedule - Upcoming games and recent results with scores
• Leaderboards - Top players in scoring, rebounds, assists
• Live Ticker - Recent game results scrolling at the top

Need Help?

Can't find what you're looking for? We're here to help!

• Email: hello@gametriq.com
• Response Time: Usually within 24 hours (often much faster)

When reaching out, let us know:

• Your league name
• What you're trying to do
• Any error messages you're seeing
• Screenshots help!