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title: How to Configure Basic League Info in PL
last_updated: 2026-08-12
description: Learn how to set up the Basic Info page in Pickleball Leagues to define your league’s format, player group, visibility, and more.
url: https://pickleball.com/docs/en/72000638017-league-setup---basic-info
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# How to Configure Basic League Info in PL

This article covers the Basic Info page — the first step when creating a new league in Pickleball Leagues (PL). Basic Info sets the fundamental parameters that define your league: its format, [player group](/72000638128-managing-league-players-balances), and public visibility.

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## How to access Basic Info

1. Log in to Pickleball.com and navigate to **Manage → Leagues**.
2. Click **Create New League**, or open an existing league and select **Edit League** from the League Menu.

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## Basic Info fields

| Field | What to enter |
| --- | --- |
| Status | Set to Active for an open league. Change to Closed when league play is complete. |
| Show on Search | Set to Yes so players can find your league when searching. |
| League Title | The ongoing league name — not a session-specific title. See [Understanding League Structure in PL](https://pickleball.com/docs/en/72000650014-league-set-up---understanding-league-structure). |
| Player Group | Choose Men's, Women's, Mixed, or Coed. Mixed applies to partner leagues only. |
| Format | Choose Doubles, Singles, or Skinny Singles. |
| Allow Player Score Entry | If Yes, registered partners can enter scores for their own matches. |
| Logo (Optional) | Upload a league logo. Defaults to your club logo if none is uploaded. |

> **Note:** The logo must completely fill the specified area. It will not display correctly if smaller than the required dimensions.

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## League format descriptions

| Format | Structure | Game Day | Rankings | Typical session length |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Ladder League | Players move up/down the ladder based on match results | Matchups based on current rank | Players move up or down based on round robin group standings | 6–8 weeks |
| Traditional League | Each player/team plays every other once | One opponent per week, max 3 games | Ranked by wins and losses | Based on team count (8 teams = 7 weeks) |
| King of the Court / DUPR | Rotation-based play with score-driven movement | Players opt in; groups created after opt-in closes | DUPR-based ratings updated after each game day | Flexible |

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## Frequently asked questions

### What's the difference between Mixed and Coed?

Mixed refers to men and women competing as partners together — this is a partner league format only. Coed allows men and women to play together in any format. If you're running a scramble or open play league, choose Coed.

### Can I change the league format after creating it?

Use Edit League from the League Menu. Most Basic Info settings can be changed at any time, though changing the format after a session has started is not recommended.

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## Related articles

- [Understanding League Structure in PL](https://pickleball.com/docs/en/72000650014-league-set-up---understanding-league-structure)
- [How to Configure Checkout Options, Discounts, Sponsors, and Managers in PL](https://pickleball.com/docs/en/72000638018-league-setup---checkout-options)
- [How to Create Your First League Session in PL](https://pickleball.com/docs/en/72000638040-league-setup---creating-first-league-session)

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Questions about Basic Info settings? Email [support@pickleball.com](mailto:support@pickleball.com).