Pickle SMSPickle SMS

Run Pickleball Without Chasing Down Players

Manage players, waitlists, court calls, and event communication from one simple dashboard. Players receive SMS updates directly on their phones — no app download required.

No app required for players. They just get texts.
Pickle SMS
You're on deck! Your match is coming up. Please make your way toward the court.
Pickle SMS
You're up! Please head to the pickleball court now. See you there!

Built for Leagues and Live Events

One platform, two common pickleball communication problems.

For Leagues

Run recurring pickleball sessions without manually chasing RSVPs, replacements, or player availability.

  • SMS invitations and RSVP tracking
  • Automatic waitlist management
  • Substitute notifications
  • Player management and recurring sessions
  • Group announcements

For Events & Tournaments

Keep live events moving by managing players and sending instant court-call notifications.

  • Guest list import and fast search
  • Player check-in and waitlists
  • Independent queues across multiple Courts and Divisions
  • "You're up" and "On deck" SMS court calls
  • Broadcast messaging
  • Public live match view

Stop Chasing Players Around Your Event

Whether you're running a tournament, corporate activation, charity event, or social pickleball experience, Pickle SMS helps your staff keep players informed and matches moving.

No shouting names across a crowded venue
No staff individually texting players
No participant app downloads
No complicated guest onboarding
Send the right message to the right players in seconds
Organizers manage everything. Players just get texts.

How Event Mode Works

Simple workflow to keep your event running smoothly

1

Import Guests

Upload names and phone numbers via CSV.

2

Check In Players

Search guests instantly by name and add them to the active player pool.

3

Queue Matches

Use one simple queue, or organize Singles and Doubles Divisions across multiple Courts.

4

Text & Rotate

Preview court-specific calls, confirm recipients, and advance each Court independently.

Import → Check In → Queue → Text → Advance → Repeat

Powerful Features, Simple Interface

Everything your staff needs to run a smooth event — from any phone or tablet

Deep Match Queue

Queue up to 10 matches with scheduled times. See who's playing now, up next, and coming up — with estimated start times.

Auto-Text Reminders

Automatically text players before their match starts. Set the minutes, customize the message, and let the system handle the rest.

Preset SMS Templates

Create reusable messages for common notifications — "You're up!", "On deck", "5 minutes". Send with one click.

Branded Public Page

Share a live public link showing who's playing. Customize the heading, add your logo, and choose from 8 color schemes.

Organizer View

A simplified, tablet-optimized interface for on-the-ground staff. Large buttons, instant search, one-tap court calls.

Singles & Doubles

Support 1v1 and 2v2 formats for a simple event, or set the format separately for each Division in structured Event Mode.

Independent Multi-Court Queues

Track Playing Now, On Deck, Next, and Upcoming on each Court. Fill or move matches by Court and advance one Court without shifting the others.

Divisions & Fixed Doubles Teams

Create separate Singles and Doubles Divisions, assign a player to more than one Division, keep Doubles partners together, and publish Division-specific standings.

Digital Waivers

Send liability waivers via SMS. Players sign on their phone — no paper, no printing. Track completion status and export records.

Player Swap & No-Show

Replace players mid-match with one tap. Auto-select from the waitlist or choose manually. Full replacement log with undo.

Players Don't Need Another App

Your staff manages the event inside Pickle SMS. Players simply receive text messages on the phones they already use.

No app downloadNo player accountNo loginNo technical onboardingJust text messages

Built for Weekly Pickleball Too

Pickle SMS was designed to simplify recurring pickleball groups and leagues. Automate the coordination so you can focus on playing.

Automated SMS Invites

Schedule invites to go out automatically. Players RSVP by replying Yes or No.

Roster & Sub Management

Separate regular and substitute lists. When a regular declines, subs are automatically texted.

Smart Waitlist

Configurable player caps with automatic waitlist promotion when someone drops out.

Auto-Reminders

Configurable reminders for players who haven't responded. Quiet hours respected.

Public Roster Link

Share a live roster link so players can check who's confirmed — no login required.

Player Self-Registration

Share a join link so new players can request to join your league.

Announcements

Send custom messages to your entire roster or filter by status.

Season Invites

Manage season-long commitments with waitlists and automatic confirmations.

Recurring Sessions

Sessions repeat on your league day. One setup, runs every week.

BUILT FOR CORPORATE EVENTS

Digital Waivers, Handled by Text

Running a corporate event, brand activation, or charity tournament? Liability waivers are often required — but paper forms slow everything down.

With Pickle SMS, you send waivers via text message. Players tap a link, read the waiver, type their name, and they're cleared to play. No paper. No clipboards. No chasing signatures.

How It Works

Three steps, zero paper

1

Write your waiver

Paste your legal text into the waiver editor

2

Send via SMS

Bulk send or individual — each player gets a unique link

3

Players sign on their phone

No app, no login — just read, type their name, and submit

Track who has and hasn't signed in real-time

Optionally block play until waiver is signed

Export all waiver records as CSV

Version tracking when waiver text is updated

Built for More Than Traditional Tournaments

Brand activationsCorporate eventsCharity tournamentsInfluencer eventsClub tournamentsResort eventsCommunity eventsSocial pickleball competitions

Planning a Pickleball Event?

Tell us about your event and we'll help determine whether Pickle SMS is a fit.

Contact us for event pricing

SMS Messaging Details

Players can manage their SMS subscription at any time:

  • STOP — Unsubscribe from all messages
  • START — Re-subscribe to messages
  • HELP — Get help and contact information

Message frequency varies based on session schedule. Message and data rates may apply.

Pickle SMS does not sell participant contact information.

Ready to Simplify Your League?

Stop chasing RSVPs in group chats. Let Pickle SMS handle the coordination so you can focus on playing.

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