More than 4 players can be fun, too.

In this week’s edition of The Clubhouse, we’re diving into creative ways to enjoy padel with more than the usual four players. Whether you’re hosting a casual gathering with friends or a club event, these round-robin formats will keep everyone engaged and the competition lively. Let’s explore three formats that will bring out the competitive side of you.

Top 4 Round Robin Formats for Padel

1. Progressive Partner Rotation

Overview: Rotate partners after each match to ensure everyone plays with and against everyone else. This format is great for keeping things fresh and giving everyone a chance to be partnered with others.

How It Works:

• Number of Courts: At least two courts (8 players)
• Rotation: After each game/set, players switch partners and opponents. Another option is to have a time-based approach (for example: 10-15min timer per game) whereby teams need to try score as many points as possible without giving away too many.
• Scoring: Track individual scores after each game, with the player having the highest cumulative score at the end of all rounds declared the winner.

2. King of the Court

Overview: A dynamic format where the goal is to reach and stay on the "King’s Court".

How It Works:

• Number of Courts: At least two courts ideally.
• Setup: Designate one court as the "King’s Court" and others as "Challenger Courts".
• Play: Winners from the Challenger Courts move up to the King’s Court. Losers from the King’s Court move back to the Challenger Courts.
• Objective: Stay on the King’s Court for as long as possible.

3. Fixed Partner Round Robin

Overview: Players are paired with a fixed partner for the entire round-robin series. Each team competes against all other teams.

How It Works:

• Number of Courts: At least two courts (but can do it with one court too, it just means some may need to wait their turn to get on the court).
• Matches: Each team plays against every other team.
• Scoring: Matches can be played to a set number of games or within a fixed time.
• Objective: The team with the most wins at the end of the round-robin series is the winner.

Conclusion

In summary - keep it simple, get everyone involved, and be a good (old) sport.

PS- if you haven't already, check out first episode of the Clubhouse from a few weeks ago below.

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