Adding Players to Your Roster

👥 Building Your Team

Adding players to your roster is the foundation of team building. Our platform makes it easy to invite players, manage their roles, and track their development within your team structure.

🚀 How to Add Players

Step 1: Access Roster Management

1. Navigate to Roster: Click "Roster" in the main navigation

2. Select "Add Player": Choose the player addition option

3. Choose Method: Select how you want to add the player

Step 2: Adding Methods

Method 1: Direct Invitation

For Known Players:

• Email Invitation: Send invitation via email address
• Discord Invitation: Invite through Discord username
• In-Game Name: Use their League of Legends summoner name
• Platform Username: If they're already on the platform

Invitation Process:

1. Enter Player Info: Summoner name, email, or Discord

2. Set Role: Assign their primary position

3. Add Message: Personal invitation message (optional)

4. Send Invitation: Player receives notification

Method 2: Public Team Profile

For Open Recruitment:

• Public Profile: Make your team visible to potential players
• Application System: Players can apply to join your team
• Review Process: Evaluate applications before accepting
• Interview Process: Meet with potential players

Method 3: Scrim Connections

From Practice Partners:

• Post-Scrim Invitation: Invite players after scrimming together
• Performance Assessment: Evaluate their play during practice
• Team Chemistry: Assess communication and coordination
• Mutual Interest: Confirm their interest in joining

Step 3: Player Information Setup

Required Information

Basic Details:

• Summoner Name: Their League of Legends username
• Tagline: Server identifier (e.g., #NA1)
• Primary Role: Main position (Top, Jungle, Mid, ADC, Support)
• Secondary Role: Backup position (optional)
• Region: Geographic location and server

Optional Information

Additional Details:

• Discord Username: For team communication
• Experience Level: Competitive experience and background
• Availability: Practice schedule and time zones
• Goals: What they want to achieve with the team
• Champion Pool: Their comfort picks and specialties

📋 Player Application Process

Application Review

Evaluation Criteria:

• Skill Level: Competitive tier and performance
• Role Fit: How well they fit your team's needs
• Availability: Schedule compatibility with team
• Communication: Discord and in-game communication
• Attitude: Team player mentality and sportsmanship

Trial Period

Assessment Process:

• Scrim Participation: Play practice games with the team
• Role Performance: Evaluate their play in assigned position
• Team Integration: Assess communication and coordination
• Commitment Level: Consistency and reliability
• Cultural Fit: Alignment with team values and goals

Final Decision

Acceptance Criteria:

• Performance: Meets or exceeds team standards
• Chemistry: Good fit with existing team members
• Commitment: Reliable attendance and participation
• Growth Potential: Room for improvement and development
• Team Goals: Alignment with team objectives

🎯 Role Assignment

Primary Role Selection

Position Assignment:

• Top Lane: Tank, bruiser, or carry players
• Jungle: Ganking, farming, or utility junglers
• Mid Lane: Control mages, assassins, or utility picks
• ADC: Marksmen or alternative bot lane carries
• Support: Engage, peel, or utility supports

Secondary Role

Flexibility Options:

• Role Flexibility: Ability to play multiple positions
• Substitute Roles: Backup positions for team flexibility
• Meta Adaptation: Adjusting roles based on meta changes
• Tournament Preparation: Having options for different strategies

Role Development

Skill Enhancement:

• Primary Focus: Mastery of assigned position
• Secondary Training: Development of backup roles
• Meta Adaptation: Learning new roles as meta evolves
• Team Needs: Filling gaps in team composition

📊 Player Profile Management

Profile Setup

Initial Configuration:

• Consent Settings: Data sharing and privacy preferences
• Communication Preferences: Discord, email, or platform notifications
• Performance Tracking: Opt-in to analytics and insights
• Team Permissions: Access levels and responsibilities

Profile Updates

Ongoing Management:

• Performance Updates: Regular stat refreshes and analysis
• Role Changes: Updates to primary or secondary positions
• Availability Updates: Changes to practice schedule
• Achievement Tracking: Recognition of improvements and milestones

Privacy Settings

Data Control:

• Personal Information: What data is shared with the team
• Performance Data: Which stats are visible to teammates
• Communication Preferences: How they receive team updates
• Opt-out Options: Ability to withdraw from data collection

🔄 Roster Management

Active Roster

Current Players:

• Starting Lineup: Primary 5 players for competitions
• Substitutes: Backup players for flexibility
• Development Players: Players learning and improving
• Inactive Players: Temporarily unavailable team members

Roster Limits

Subscription Tiers:

• Free Tier: Up to 7 team members
• Gold Tier: Up to 10 team members
• Challenger Tier: Unlimited team members

Roster Optimization

Team Balance:

• Role Distribution: Ensuring coverage for all positions
• Skill Balance: Mix of experience levels and expertise
• Flexibility: Players who can adapt to different roles
• Chemistry: Team members who work well together

📈 Player Development

Individual Growth

Development Areas:

• Skill Improvement: Technical gameplay enhancement
• Champion Pool: Expanding comfort picks and meta champions
• Communication: Better team coordination and shot-calling
• Mental Game: Consistency and pressure handling

Team Integration

Coordination Development:

• Team Fighting: Positioning and engagement timing
• Objective Control: Dragon, Baron, and tower coordination
• Vision Control: Map awareness and information sharing
• Strategy Execution: Implementing team compositions and plans

Performance Tracking

Progress Monitoring:

• Individual Stats: Personal performance metrics
• Team Contribution: Impact on team success
• Improvement Trends: Progress over time
• Goal Achievement: Meeting personal and team objectives

🚨 Managing Player Issues

Performance Concerns

Addressing Problems:

• Individual Coaching: One-on-one feedback and guidance
• Practice Focus: Targeted training for specific areas
• Role Adjustment: Moving players to better-suited positions
• Support Systems: Providing resources for improvement

Attendance Issues

Reliability Problems:

• Communication: Understanding reasons for absences
• Schedule Flexibility: Adjusting practice times if needed
• Commitment Discussion: Clarifying expectations and goals
• Alternative Arrangements: Finding solutions for consistent players

Team Chemistry

Interpersonal Issues:

• Conflict Resolution: Addressing disagreements constructively
• Communication Improvement: Better team interaction
• Role Clarification: Clear expectations and responsibilities
• Team Building: Activities to strengthen relationships

🎯 Best Practices

Recruitment Strategy

Finding the Right Players:

• Clear Criteria: Define what you're looking for in players
• Multiple Sources: Use various methods to find candidates
• Thorough Evaluation: Take time to assess potential players
• Cultural Fit: Ensure alignment with team values

Onboarding Process

Welcoming New Players:

• Clear Expectations: Explain team goals and requirements
• Role Definition: Clarify their position and responsibilities
• Team Introduction: Help them get to know existing members
• Support Systems: Provide resources for success

Ongoing Management

Maintaining Team Health:

• Regular Communication: Keep players informed and engaged
• Performance Reviews: Provide constructive feedback
• Goal Setting: Establish clear objectives and milestones
• Recognition: Acknowledge achievements and improvements

📊 Roster Analytics

Team Composition Analysis

Roster Assessment:

• Role Coverage: Ensuring all positions are filled
• Skill Distribution: Balance of experience and expertise
• Flexibility: Ability to adapt to different strategies
• Depth: Quality of substitutes and backup players

Performance Tracking

Team Success Metrics:

• Overall Win Rate: Team performance across all games
• Role Performance: Success rates for each position
• Player Development: Individual improvement over time
• Team Chemistry: Coordination and communication effectiveness

Strategic Planning

Roster Optimization:

• Gap Analysis: Identifying areas needing improvement
• Recruitment Priorities: Which positions to focus on
• Development Planning: How to improve current players
• Long-term Strategy: Building for future success