Sport-Specific Setup: Getting the Most Out of Rosterlytic

Rosterlytic adapts to your sport. When you create a team and select your sport, the app automatically configures stat tracking, lineup views, and position assignments to match how your game actually works. Here is what to expect for each sport and how to get the most out of it.

Hockey

Stats tracked

Goals, Assists, Plus/Minus, Penalty Minutes (PIM), Saves, Goals Against Average (GAA)

Lineup format

Hockey uses a structured line system. You build lines with three forwards (LW, C, RW) and two defensemen (LD, RD), plus a goalie slot. Switch between 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th lines using tabs.

Tips

• Use Line Chemistry. Hockey has Line Chemistry analytics for forward lines and defensive pairs. It tracks synergy scores so you can build lineups based on which combinations actually perform together.
• Track PIM. Penalty minutes are easy to overlook, but they tell you a lot about discipline trends over a season.
• Set up your goalie. GAA and saves are tracked separately for goalies, so make sure your goalie is assigned to the goalie position in lineups.

Soccer

Stats tracked

Goals, Assists, Shots, Saves, Clean Sheets

Lineup format

Soccer uses a field diagram with position slots arranged by formation. Assign players to positions across the field based on how your team lines up.

Tips

• Track clean sheets for goalkeepers. It is one of the most meaningful defensive stats in rec soccer and Rosterlytic calculates it automatically from game scores.
• Use shots to measure involvement. In rec leagues where the skill gap varies, shot counts help you see who is getting into attacking positions even if they are not finishing.
• Assign positions consistently. The more consistently you assign players to the same position, the more useful your season-long data becomes.

Softball

Stats tracked

Batting Average, RBI, Home Runs, Runs, Stolen Bases, Doubles, Triples, Walks, Strikeouts, Errors, Earned Runs, Innings Pitched, Pitcher Strikeouts

Lineup format

Softball uses two lineup views: a fielding diagram with standard diamond positions (P, C, 1B, 2B, SS, 3B, LF, CF, RF) and a separate drag-and-drop batting order.

Tips

• Set your batting order before every game. The batting order is separate from fielding positions, so you can shuffle the lineup card without changing who plays where in the field.
• Track stats consistently. Even basic hit and RBI tracking across a full season gives you real data to work with for lineup decisions.

Basketball

Stats tracked

Points, Rebounds, Assists, Steals, Blocks, Turnovers, 3-Pointers

Lineup format

Basketball shows a court diagram with 5 starting positions (PG, SG, SF, PF, C). Assign players to their primary position.

Tips

• Track turnovers. In rec basketball, turnovers often decide games more than shooting. Having that data makes it easier to address in a constructive way.
• Use the bench list. Knowing who is on the bench and ready to rotate in helps you manage minutes across the game.
• 3-point tracking is optional. If your league does not have a 3-point line, you can adjust which stats you track in team settings.
• Use Line Chemistry. Basketball tracks backcourt pairs (PG/SG) and frontcourt trios (SF/PF/C). See which combinations outscore opponents and build your rotation around the data.

Volleyball

Stats tracked

Kills, Assists, Digs, Blocks, Aces, Service Errors, Hitting Errors, Sets Played

Lineup format

Volleyball uses position slots for setter (S), outside hitter (OH), middle blocker (MB), right side (RS), libero (L), and defensive specialist (DS).

Set scoring

Volleyball in Rosterlytic uses set-based scoring. Instead of just entering a final score, you can enter individual set scores for a more complete picture:

1. Open a completed game and tap Edit
2. Expand the Set Details section
3. Enter each set's score (e.g., 25-20, 18-25, 15-10)
4. Rosterlytic automatically calculates sets won (e.g., 2-1) and uses that as the game result

The main score fields (home/away) store sets won, not total points. So a 2-1 match means your team won 2 sets and lost 1. In standings, Points For and Points Against reflect sets won and lost, giving you a meaningful point differential.

Set scoring supports up to 5 sets per match. It's flexible — there's no enforced point threshold since rec leagues vary. You can also skip set details entirely and just enter sets won (2-1) like any other sport if your league doesn't need the granularity.

Tips

• Track kills and assists together. The setter-hitter connection is the heart of volleyball. Rosterlytic's Line Chemistry tracks setter-hitter combinations so you can see which connections produce the most kills.
• Toggle active positions. If your rec league plays with fewer positions (no libero, for example), you can toggle off unused positions in team settings.

Flag Football

Stats tracked

Touchdowns, Passing Yards, Rushing Yards, Receptions, Interceptions, Sacks, Flags Pulled, Extra Points

Lineup format

Flag football uses offense-focused positions: QB, WR, RB, and C. Since rec flag football has everyone playing both sides of the ball, Rosterlytic focuses on your offensive assignments where strategy matters most.

Tips

• Track QB-receiver connections. Line Chemistry for flag football tracks which QB-receiver combinations produce the most touchdowns, so you can build your play calls around the data.
• Use the flex lineup system. Rosterlytic fills all available players using flex positions (multiple WRs, for example) rather than locking to one player per position.
• Passing yards matter most. In rec flag football, passing yards and touchdowns tell the real story. Focus on tracking those consistently.

Kickball

Stats tracked

Runs, Kicks, Catches, and other kickball-relevant metrics

Lineup format

Kickball follows a similar layout to softball with fielding positions and a kicking order.

Tips

• Treat it like softball setup. The structure is similar. Set your fielding positions and your kicking order separately.
• Keep it fun. Kickball leagues tend to be more social. Tracking a few core stats adds a competitive layer without overcomplicating things.

Pickleball

Stats tracked

Wins, Losses, Points Scored, Points Against

Lineup format

Pickleball uses a flexible partner-based format suitable for doubles play.

Tips

• Track partner combinations. Pay attention to which doubles pairings produce the best results over the season.
• Use it for ladder leagues. Pickleball groups often run ladder or round-robin formats. Rosterlytic handles session organization and match tracking cleanly.

Tennis

How it works

Tennis in Rosterlytic works as a group system (similar to pickleball). Create a tennis group, invite players, and organize sessions with match tracking.

Features

• Session management — Schedule play dates and track attendance
• Match recording — Record singles and doubles matches with set scores
• Leaderboards — See player rankings, win rates, and head-to-head records
• Partner combinations — Track which doubles pairings perform best
• Group chat — Coordinate scheduling and availability

Tips

• Record every match. Even casual hit-arounds. The more data you have, the more useful leaderboards and ratings become.
• Use sessions to organize play dates. Sessions keep your matches organized by date so you can see your progression over time.
• Check head-to-head stats. Tennis is great for head-to-head rivalries. Rosterlytic tracks your record against every player in your group.

Configuring stat tracking

No matter your sport, you can customize which stats your team tracks:

1. Go to Team Settings
2. Find Stat Tracking
3. Toggle individual stats on or off based on what matters for your league

Not every rec league needs every stat. A casual kickball league might only track runs. A competitive hockey league might want the full stat sheet. Configure it to match your league's vibe and you will actually use the data.

Configuring active positions

Every sport comes with a full set of positions, but not every rec league uses all of them. You can toggle positions on and off:

1. Go to Team Settings (or League Settings if you're in a league)
2. Find Active Positions
3. Toggle off any positions your league doesn't use

This matters because not every rec league plays with the same number of players or positions:

• Roller hockey often plays 4v4 instead of 5v5 — turn off one forward position
• Mini soccer or indoor soccer might use fewer field positions
• Flag football formats vary between 4v4, 5v5, and 7v7 — adjust your WR slots accordingly
• Casual volleyball might not need a libero or defensive specialist
• Short-roster basketball can drop to 4 positions if you regularly play with fewer than 5

When you toggle positions off, they disappear from lineup builders, depth charts, and lineup suggestions — keeping everything clean and relevant to how your league actually plays.

If your team is in a league, the commissioner sets active positions at the league level and they apply to all teams. This ensures every team uses the same format.

One app, every sport

The beauty of Rosterlytic is that it molds to your sport without you having to fight a generic interface. Select your sport when you create your team, and everything from lineup views to stat columns to position labels adjusts automatically. Whether you are running a beer league hockey team, a volleyball squad, or a corporate kickball crew, the experience is built for how your sport actually works. Download the app to get started.