Finding Scrims

🔍 Discovering Practice Opportunities

Finding quality scrim partners is essential for team improvement. Our platform makes it easy to discover teams at your skill level and schedule practice sessions that fit your schedule.

📍 Scrim Discovery Features

Search & Filter Options

• Skill Level: Find teams at your competitive tier
• Region: Connect with teams in your geographic area
• Schedule: Match teams with compatible practice times
• Team Size: Find teams with similar roster sizes
• Practice Frequency: Connect with teams with similar commitment levels

Team Profiles

When browsing potential scrim partners, you can view:

• Team Name & Logo: Team branding and identity
• Skill Tier: Competitive level (Iron, Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum, Diamond, Master, Grandmaster, Challenger)
• Region: Geographic location and server
• Practice Schedule: When they typically practice
• Team Size: Number of active players
• Reputation Score: Community rating and reliability
• Recent Activity: Last scrims and performance

🚀 How to Find Scrims

Step 1: Access Scrim Finder

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

2. Select "Find Scrims": Choose the discovery option

3. Set Preferences: Configure your search criteria

Step 2: Set Your Criteria

Required Settings:

• Date Range: When you want to scrim
• Time Slots: Your available practice times
• Skill Level: Your team's competitive tier
• Region: Your geographic location

Optional Filters:

• Team Size: Preferred opponent roster size
• Practice Style: Casual, competitive, or tournament prep
• Communication: Discord, in-game, or other methods
• Format: Best of 1, 3, or 5 series

Step 3: Browse Available Teams

Search Results Display:

• Team Cards: Visual overview of each team
• Quick Stats: Win rate, recent activity, reputation
• Availability: Green/red indicators for your time slots
• Contact Info: Discord, in-game names, or platform contact

Step 4: Review Team Details

Detailed Team Profile:

• Recent Performance: Last 10 scrim results
• Preferred Comps: What they typically play
• Communication Style: How they coordinate
• Practice Philosophy: Their approach to improvement
• Team Reviews: Feedback from other teams

Step 5: Initiate Contact

Contact Options:

• Direct Message: Send a private message through the platform
• Discord Integration: Connect via Discord if both teams use it
• In-Game Contact: Exchange summoner names for direct contact
• Team Chat: Use the platform's built-in messaging

📅 Scheduling Process

Making the Request

1. Select Team: Choose your preferred scrim partner

2. Propose Times: Suggest 2-3 time slots that work for you

3. Add Details: Include any specific requests or format preferences

4. Send Request: Submit your scrim proposal

Response Handling

Acceptance:

• Confirmation: Both teams confirm the scrim
• Details Finalized: Time, format, and rules agreed upon
• Calendar Integration: Scrim added to both teams' schedules
• Reminders: Automated notifications before the scrim

Modification:

• Counter-Proposal: Team suggests alternative times
• Negotiation: Work together to find a suitable time
• Compromise: Adjust format or duration if needed

Decline:

• Feedback: Reason for declining (optional)
• Alternative Suggestions: Other times or teams to consider
• Future Opportunities: Keep the connection for later

🎯 Finding the Right Partners

Skill Level Matching

Best Practices:

• Similar Tier: Scrim teams within 1-2 tiers of your level
• Occasional Challenges: Sometimes scrim higher-tier teams for learning
• Confidence Building: Scrim lower-tier teams to practice new strategies
• Balanced Schedule: Mix of competitive and developmental scrims

Geographic Considerations

Regional Benefits:

• Lower Ping: Better connection quality for both teams
• Similar Time Zones: Easier scheduling and coordination
• Cultural Understanding: Similar communication styles
• Tournament Prep: Practice against local competition

Team Chemistry

Compatibility Factors:

• Practice Style: Competitive vs. learning-focused approaches
• Communication: Discord usage, shot-calling preferences
• Flexibility: Willingness to adapt to different formats
• Reliability: Consistent attendance and punctuality

📊 Scrim Quality Indicators

Team Reputation

Reputation Score Factors:

• Reliability: How often they show up for scheduled scrims
• Communication: Quality of pre and post-scrim communication
• Sportsmanship: Respectful behavior during and after games
• Feedback: Quality of reviews from other teams

Recent Activity

Activity Indicators:

• Recent Scrims: How often they practice
• Performance Trends: Improving or declining results
• Engagement: Responsiveness to messages and requests
• Consistency: Regular practice schedule

Team Reviews

Review Categories:

• Punctuality: On-time arrival and preparation
• Communication: Clear and effective coordination
• Skill Level: Accurate representation of competitive tier
• Sportsmanship: Respectful and professional behavior
• Overall Experience: Would they recommend this team

🔄 Building Scrim Relationships

Regular Partners

Benefits of Consistent Scrimming:

• Familiarity: Better understanding of each other's playstyles
• Efficiency: Faster setup and coordination
• Trust: Reliable scheduling and communication
• Improvement: Track progress against the same opponents

Networking

Community Building:

• Referrals: Get introduced to other teams through current partners
• Tournament Connections: Find teams for tournament practice
• Skill Development: Learn from teams with different strengths
• Friendship: Build lasting relationships in the competitive community

⚠️ Scrim Etiquette

Before the Scrim

• Confirm Details: Double-check time, format, and rules
• Prepare Team: Ensure all players are available and ready
• Test Connection: Verify internet stability and game client
• Set Expectations: Communicate your team's goals for the session

During the Scrim

• Be Punctual: Show up 5-10 minutes early
• Respectful Communication: Use appropriate language and tone
• Focus on Improvement: Treat it as a learning opportunity
• Adapt to Issues: Be flexible if technical problems arise

After the Scrim

• Thank the Team: Express appreciation for the practice
• Provide Feedback: Share constructive comments if requested
• Leave Reviews: Rate the experience to help the community
• Follow Up: Discuss future scrim opportunities

🚀 Advanced Scrim Finding

Tournament Preparation

Specialized Scrimming:

• Meta Practice: Focus on current tournament meta
• Opponent Simulation: Practice against similar playstyles
• Pressure Situations: Simulate tournament conditions
• Strategy Testing: Try new compositions and approaches

Skill Development

Targeted Practice:

• Weakness Focus: Scrim teams strong in your weak areas
• Composition Practice: Find teams that play specific comps
• Role Development: Focus on individual position improvement
• Communication Training: Practice with teams that have strong coordination

📈 Tracking Your Scrim Success

Performance Metrics

Key Indicators:

• Win Rate: Overall success against different teams
• Improvement Trends: Progress over time
• Skill Level Performance: How you fare against different tiers
• Composition Success: Which strategies work best

Relationship Building

Long-term Benefits:

• Regular Partners: Teams you scrim frequently
• Skill Development: Improvement through consistent practice
• Community Reputation: Your team's standing in the scrim community
• Tournament Opportunities: Connections for competitive play