Excel, a generic tool or Cancha?
Many organizers still run their tournament on Excel and paper, or with a general-purpose tool. Here's how those approaches compare to Cancha on the tasks that really matter.
| Task | Excel / paper | Generic tool | Cancha |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online registrations | Manual entry, frequent errors | Basic form | Dedicated form, centralized list |
| Draw | Done by hand | Rarely built in | Animated draw, shown live |
| Multi-field scheduling | Very slow to build | Often limited | Generated automatically |
| Recalculation after a delay | Redo everything by hand | Varies by tool | Times rescheduled in one click |
| Scores and standings | Fragile formulas, calculation errors | Manual updates | Live standings, automatic |
| On-site display | Not available | Rarely available | TV screen and live scoreboard |
| Referee management | On paper | Poorly suited | Score entry per field |
| Sponsors and branding | None | Limited | Custom logos and colors |
| Getting started | Familiar but tedious | Variable learning curve | Built for organizers |
| Cost | Free but time-consuming | Often a subscription | Per team, no subscription |
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