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How to Create a Pick-It Competition

Creating your own Pick-It competition is a great way to engage friends, family, or colleagues in a fun prediction challenge. Follow these steps to set up your competition successfully.

What You'll Need

  • Competition Topic: Decide what games/events participants will predict (sports season, tournament, etc.)
  • Participant List: Know who you want to invite and how to contact them
  • Timeline: Determine start date, pick deadlines, and end date
  • Rules: Establish scoring system and any special rules
1 Plan Your Competition

Choose Your Competition Type:

  • Season-Long: Pick winners for an entire sports season
  • Tournament Bracket: Predict outcomes of a tournament or playoff
  • Weekly Picks: Make predictions for games each week
  • Custom Event: Any set of future events with predictable outcomes

Set Your Timeline:

  • Competition start and end dates
  • Deadline for each set of picks (before games begin)
  • When results will be updated
2 Define the Rules

Scoring System:

  • Points per correct pick (typically 1 point per correct prediction)
  • Bonus points for upsets or difficult picks (optional)
  • Tiebreaker rules (total points scored, head-to-head record, etc.)

Competition Rules:

  • Entry requirements (open to all vs. invitation only)
  • Pick submission deadlines (usually before first game starts)
  • Late entry policies
  • Prize structure (if any)
3 Set Up the Competition

Create Your Competition:

  • Choose a memorable name for your competition
  • Write a clear description and rules
  • Input all games/matchups participants will predict
  • Set all important dates and deadlines
  • Configure scoring and tiebreaker settings
Important: Double-check all game dates and times before publishing. Incorrect deadlines can cause confusion and disputes!
4 Invite Participants

Recruitment Strategies:

  • Send personal invitations to friends and family
  • Share on social media groups or workplace channels
  • Post in community forums or sports fan groups
  • Create a group chat for competition updates

Include in Your Invitation:

  • Competition name and description
  • How to join and make picks
  • Important dates and deadlines
  • Rules and scoring system
  • Any prizes or recognition for winners
5 Manage Your Competition

During the Competition:

  • Send reminders before pick deadlines
  • Update results after games conclude
  • Share leaderboard updates regularly
  • Encourage friendly competition and discussion
  • Handle any disputes or questions promptly

After the Competition:

  • Announce the final results and winners
  • Distribute any prizes or recognition
  • Thank participants for joining
  • Consider organizing a follow-up competition

Tips for a Successful Competition

  • Keep it Simple: Don't overcomplicate rules - clear and simple is best
  • Stay Engaged: Regular communication keeps participants interested
  • Be Fair: Apply rules consistently and handle disputes objectively
  • Make it Fun: Remember it's about enjoyment, not just winning
  • Learn and Improve: Ask for feedback to make future competitions better

Need Help?

If you have questions about creating your Pick-It competition or need technical assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out for support.

Good luck with your competition!

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