Grow Your Sport and Social Club with Pickup Sports
Attract More Players with Pickup Games
Sport and Social Industry Association (SSIA) members are using pickup sports to engage new players and grow their clubs. Organizations like Casco Bay Sports, Philly Sports Leagues, Sons of Pitches FC, Texas Sport and Social Club – Waco, and Tri Sports Social Club are leading the way with OpenSports, the top platform for organizing pickup games.
The Convenience Players Want
In today’s fast-paced world, players prefer flexible options over committing to a full season. OpenSports helps clubs offer on-demand, easily accessible games, making it simple for players to join. With just a few clicks, clubs like Casco Bay Sports and Sons of Pitches FC create pickup games that fit players’ schedules.
Imagine the Possibilities
Got extra field time, a holiday weekend without leagues, or an off-season gap? Imagine having a network of thousands of engaged players. Post a game, watch spots fill up in minutes, and let OpenSports' automatic waitlist handle last-minute changes—all while you’re spending time with family. Assign an event admin if you’re unavailable, and let the game run seamlessly.
Save Time with Automation
Many club managers handle multiple responsibilities and don’t have time for repetitive game management tasks. OpenSports eliminates the hassle with automated event management, ensuring you spend less time organizing and more time growing your club. Once clubs start using OpenSports, they expand their offerings—even adding unique sports like sitting volleyball and lunchtime soccer.
Boost Revenue and League Growth
Pickup sports are more than just games—they’re a gateway to league participation and a revenue stream. Innovative clubs use OpenSports to:
Attract new league players who start with pickup.
Reduce marketing costs by converting pickup players into league members.
Offer casual play options for travelers and those hesitant to commit to a full season.
Maximize field permits by filling unused slots.
Provide free or discounted sub spots that fill quickly.
Success Stories
Sons of Pitches FC (SOPFC) runs pickup alongside leagues, converting casual players into committed league participants.
Chicago Fire Recreational Soccer (CFRS) initially saw pickup as a marketing tool but now finds it a major revenue source.
SSIA members host 3–7 pickup games per week, charging $5–$10 per player, with 20–60 attendees per game—generating $3,600–$20,000 in monthly revenue.
Seamless Payment and Payouts
OpenSports integrates with Stripe for smooth, low-cost payment processing across web and mobile apps.
Link your bank account to Stripe and receive automatic payouts (2-day rolling basis in the U.S., 7-day in Canada, varies elsewhere).
A small transaction fee (5% + $0.30) applies per ticket.
Advance payments ensure maximum attendance and revenue predictability.
Solving Pickup Challenges
Pickup games are often plagued by no-shows and last-minute dropouts. OpenSports addresses these issues with:
Advance payment collection to increase commitment.
Refund deadlines to reduce last-minute cancellations.
Automatic waitlists that fill spots when players drop out.
Increase Revenue with Memberships
Offer flexible membership options to generate recurring revenue, including:
Monthly, annual, or seasonal subscriptions.
Punch-pass style session packages.
Customizable billing cycles with auto-renewal options.
What Organizers Say
"Managing our club has never been easier. The fairness and automation built into OpenSports make members happy, and collecting payments is effortless." – Sports Club Manager, Pittsburgh, PA
"OpenSports listens to user feedback and continuously improves. I’ve submitted feature requests that were actually implemented!" – Andrew H., Philadelphia
Get Started Today
Join the growing number of North American Sport and Social Clubs offering pickup games.
Questions? Send them our way: support@opensports.net