Frequently Asked Questions

PickleHost is an automated management tool for recurring pickleball groups. It handles sending invitations, tracking RSVPs, and automatically filling spots from your alternates list when players drop out—so you can spend less time organizing and more time playing.

After signing in, click "Create a recurring game" and fill in your game details: name, day of the week, start time, location, and how many players you need. You can also set up tiers of alternates who will be invited automatically when spots open up.

No! Players receive invitations and can RSVP via SMS text message. They simply reply "IN" or "OUT" to confirm their attendance. Players can optionally sign in to the web app for more features, but it's not required.

Once you've created your recurring game, you can invite players by sharing an invite link or adding them directly with their phone number. Players will receive a text message inviting them to join your group.

Before each session, PickleHost automatically texts your players asking if they're in or out. Players simply reply "IN" or "OUT" to the text message. You can see everyone's status in real-time on your dashboard.

When a player responds "OUT" or drops from a session, PickleHost automatically invites the next person on your alternates list. This happens instantly, so you don't have to scramble to find a replacement.

Main players are your core group who are assumed to be playing each week unless they respond OUT. Alternates are backup players who get invited when a main player drops out. You can set up two tiers of alternates—Tier 1 alternates get invited first, then Tier 2 if more spots open.

You control the timing. By default, main players receive their confirmation request a few days before the session. Alternates are invited as soon as spots open up. You can customize these timing settings for each game.

Yes! You can edit your recurring game settings at any time. Changes will apply to future sessions. If you need to cancel or reschedule a specific session, you can do that too without affecting the rest of your schedule.

We make it easy to migrate your existing group. Create your recurring game with your usual day and time, then invite your players. They'll receive a text to join your PickleHost group, and from then on, PickleHost handles the weekly coordination.

Yes! You can create and manage as many recurring games as you need. Each game has its own player roster, schedule, and settings.

You can cancel individual sessions from your dashboard. All confirmed players will be notified automatically via text message.

When the organizer invites you, you'll receive a text message with a link. Click the link to join the group—no app download required. You'll then receive text messages before each session asking if you're in or out.

You can change your RSVP at any time by replying to the PickleHost text thread. Just send "IN" or "OUT" and we'll update your status. If you change from IN to OUT, we'll automatically invite an alternate to take your spot.

Yes! You can view the session details and see who's confirmed by clicking the link in your text message or signing in to the PickleHost web app.

PickleHost offers a free tier for players joining games. Organizers who want to create and manage recurring games can start with a free trial. See our pricing page for current plans and features.

You can reach us by replying to any email from PickleHost, or by emailing us directly. We read and respond to every message.