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How to Generate a Match Schedule Automatically

Automatically Generate Your Tournament Schedule​

Score7 includes a powerful built-in Scheduler to help you generate match schedules across your tournament in just a few steps. Instead of assigning dates and times manually, you can define your preferences and let Score7 do the work—conflict-free and time-efficient.

When Should You Use the Scheduler?​

Use the automatic scheduler if:

  • You want match dates and times assigned quickly
  • You need to prevent conflicts between teams, locations, or referees
  • Your tournament spans multiple days, venues, or time slots

You can still manually override any scheduled match after generation.

How to Access the Scheduler​

  1. Open your tournament
  2. Click Scheduler in the left-hand menu (visible only to admins)
  3. Select the stages for which you want to create a schedule (e.g., Group Stage, Knockout)

Configure Your Scheduling Preferences​

You’ll be asked to define the following settings:

1. Start Date​

  • The day you want your tournament to begin

2. Time Zone​

  • Select your local time zone
  • Choose whether this becomes the default time zone shown to all visitors

3. Excluded Dates (Optional)​

  • Add holidays, venue closures, or unavailable dates
  • Matches will not be scheduled on these days

4. Day and Time Slots​

  • Define which days of the week and what hours are available for matches
  • Example: Mondays and Wednesdays, 5:00–9:00 PM

5. Locations (Optional)​

  • List your available venues or fields
  • Matches will be distributed across these locations fairly

6. Referees (Optional)​

  • Add referees who can be rotated across matches
  • Score7 ensures they’re not double-booked

7. Match Duration Estimate​

  • How long each match takes (in minutes)
  • This is used to calculate time blocks and spacing

8. Minimum Resting Time​

  • Specify rest time between matches for teams or players
  • Prevents unfair scheduling and back-to-back games

Final Step: Generate the Schedule​

  • Once all settings are defined, click Generate
  • The system will apply your rules and create a complete schedule
  • You can always return and adjust parameters if needed

Optional: Enable the Override existing matches setting if you're rescheduling previously assigned games

What Happens After Scheduling?​

  • All match dates, times, venues, and referees are filled in
  • You can still manually update individual matches via the Matches page
  • The system automatically avoids conflicts based on your inputs

Want to fine-tune individual fixtures? See How to Edit Match Times, Locations, and Pairings

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