Tournament guides.
Practical articles on actually running tournaments. No fluff, no "10 reasons why tournaments are great", just the things organisers genuinely need to know.
How-to
How to print a tournament bracket (free, in 30 seconds)
You don't need fancy software or a £30/month subscription. Here's the path from 'I need a printable bracket' to 'it's on the wall' — using only free tools.
For volunteer referees
How to referee a kids' football tournament: the volunteer guide
A practical guide for parent volunteers refereeing a kids' football tournament. The six rules that matter, how to handle disputed goals and angry parents, and what to do when a player is injured.
For organisers
Running a kids' tournament: 6 things organisers forget
The format and the schedule are the easy parts. Here's what most first-time organisers miss — and how to handle it.
Format guide
How to run a round-robin tournament with 4, 6, or 8 teams
Round-robin means everyone plays everyone. Here's how the maths works for 4, 6, and 8 teams, and how long each takes to run.
Format guide
Round-robin vs knockout: which format for your tournament?
The two formats serve different goals. Here's the honest comparison — including when each one is the wrong choice.
Equipment
What you need to run a small tournament
Honest equipment list for a 4-8 team tournament. What's essential, what's overkill, and what to spend the medal budget on.
Prizes and awards
Tournament prizes and trophies for kids: what to buy and what to skip
Medals, trophies, and certificates for youth football tournaments. What to buy, how much to spend, and why the prize moment matters more than the prize itself.