Tournament Bracket Generator
Choose your tournament format below. Generate brackets for any number of teams from 3 to 64, perfect for slo-pitch tournaments, playoffs, and championship events.
Single Elimination Brackets
In single elimination tournaments, teams are eliminated after one loss. This format is perfect for quick tournaments where time is limited and you need a champion crowned efficiently.
Key Benefits:
- Quick tournament completion
- Simple to understand and follow
- High stakes in every game
- Minimal scheduling complexity
- Perfect for time-limited events
Double Elimination Brackets
Double elimination tournaments give teams a second chance through a losers' bracket. Teams must lose twice to be eliminated, making the format more forgiving but requiring more games.
Key Benefits:
- Teams get a second chance
- More games for each team
- Better determines true champion
- Popular in major tournaments
- Higher team satisfaction
What is a Tournament Bracket?
A tournament bracket is a visualization of a competition's progression, showing how teams advance through rounds until a champion is determined. It provides a clear structure for organizing matches and tracking team advancement throughout the tournament.
Single vs Double Elimination
The main differences between single and double elimination formats are:
- Number of Losses: Single elimination teams are out after one loss, while double elimination teams need two losses to be eliminated
- Tournament Length: Single elimination tournaments are shorter, while double elimination requires more games
- Second Chances: Double elimination allows teams to recover from an early loss
- Fairness: Double elimination generally provides a more accurate determination of team rankings
Choosing the Right Format
Consider these factors when choosing between single and double elimination:
- Available Time: How many days/hours do you have for the tournament?
- Number of Teams: More teams means more games, especially in double elimination
- Field Availability: Do you have enough fields for more games?
- Team Preferences: Do teams expect guaranteed games or prefer high-stakes matches?
- Weather Concerns: Single elimination provides more flexibility for weather delays
