Format Management • Workflow Guide • Best Practices

# Master StyleScore Format Management & Workflows

Complete guide to scoring formats, event workflows, and advanced features. From basic setup to complex multi-round competitions across all style-based sports.

Explore Formats View Workflows Format Editor

### Format Capabilities

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6 primary scoring formats with infinite customization possibilities.
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Visual format builder with real-time preview and validation.
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Complete workflow automation from setup to results publication.

### Best Run Format

Keep the highest score from multiple runs. Perfect for halfpipe, big air, and slopestyle competitions.

### Sections + OI

Course divided into sections with Overall Impression. Ideal for slopestyle and street courses.

### Execution + Difficulty

Separate E/D scoring with configurable weights. Standard for many international competitions.

### Guide Contents

## Scoring Format Types

StyleScore supports 6 primary scoring formats, each designed for specific competition styles and sport requirements.

#### Best Run Format

Most Popular

Athletes get multiple runs, and only their best score counts. Perfect for high-risk sports where consistency isn't the primary goal.

Best For:
Halfpipe, Big Air, Slopestyle Finals
Runs:
2-3 runs typical, best score wins
Tiebreaker:
Second-best run or most recent run
Example:
X-Games Halfpipe, Olympic Big Air

#### Best 2 Runs Format

Competition Standard

Sum or average of the two best runs. Rewards consistency while still allowing for progressive riding.

Best For:
Slopestyle Qualifications, Street Competitions
Calculation:
Sum of best 2 scores or average
Strategy:
Encourages progression while valuing consistency

#### Sections + Overall Impression

Technical

Course divided into sections (features) with separate Overall Impression component. Detailed breakdown scoring.

Sections:
Usually 3-6 sections per course
OI Weight:
Typically 20-40% of total score
Benefits:
Detailed feedback, progressive scoring
Complexity:
Higher judge training requirement

#### Execution + Difficulty

International

Separate scoring for how well tricks are performed (E) versus how hard they are (D). Standard for many FIS events.

E Score:
Execution, style, amplitude (0-20)
D Score:
Difficulty, variety, progression (0-20)
Weights:
Configurable, often 60% E / 40% D
Used By:
FIS, many international competitions

#### Attempts Format

Specialized

Scoring based on successful trick attempts. Common in street skateboarding and contest formats with specific trick requirements.

Structure:
Set number of attempts per trick/feature
Scoring:
Points for landing, deductions for fails
Variations:
Make-it-count, progressive attempts

#### Comparative/Bracket

Head-to-Head

Head-to-head comparison scoring. Used in breaking, some skateboarding contests, and elimination-style events.

Method:
Direct comparison between athletes
Judging:
Relative scoring, winner selection
Format:
Single/double elimination brackets

## Visual Format Builder

StyleScore includes a powerful visual format builder that lets you create custom scoring systems without programming.

Access the Format Builder: Admin → Scoring Formats
1

##### Choose Base Format

Start with one of the 6 base formats, then customize components, weights, and calculation methods.

2

##### Configure Components

Add sections, set score ranges (0-10, 0-20, 0-100), define minimum/maximum values, and configure judge panel size.

3

##### Set Calculation Rules

Define how component scores combine: sum, average, weighted average, or custom formulas. Set tiebreaker rules.

4

##### Test & Validate

Use the built-in simulator to test your format with sample scores. Preview how results will calculate and display.

#### Advanced Format Options

🎛️
Judge Dropping: Automatically drop highest/lowest judge scores
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Score Normalization: Normalize judge scores to account for judge tendencies
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Progressive Weighting: Later runs weighted more heavily than earlier ones
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Diversity Rules: Enforce trick diversity requirements
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Time Penalties: Automatic deductions for time violations

## Complete Event Workflow

End-to-end process from event creation to final results publication.

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##### Pre-Event Setup (1-2 weeks before)

Create Event:
Event Create - Basic info, dates, location
Choose Format:
Select from templates or create custom format
Configure Rounds:
Qualifications, semifinals, finals structure
Set Advancement:
Top N, percentage, or score threshold rules
2

##### Registration & Setup (1 week before)

Add Participants:
Participant Management - Import or manual entry
Assign Categories:
Age groups, skill levels, gender divisions
Generate Bibs:
Bib Assignment - Start numbers
Add Judges:
Judge Management - Credentials and roles
3

##### Heat Configuration (Day before/morning of)

Create Heats:
Heat Configuration - Size and seeding
Assign Judges:
Judge panel assignments per heat
Generate Start Lists:
Start Lists - Print and distribute
Test Systems:
Judge login, scoring interface, live boards
4

##### Live Competition

Judge Scoring:
Live Scoring Panel - Real-time input
Head Judge Review:
Score Override - Approve/modify
Live Display:
Live Scoreboard - Audience view
Heat Management:
Progression between rounds, reseeding
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##### Results & Publication

Generate Results:
Results Panel - Final calculations
Review & Approve:
Final result verification and approval
Export Reports:
PDF certificates, CSV data, media packages
Publish Results:
Website integration, social media, live feeds

## Judging Process & Interface

How judges interact with the system during live competition.

#### Judge Scoring Interface Features

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Keyboard Shortcuts: 0-9 for quick score entry, Enter to confirm
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Mobile Optimized: Works on tablets, phones, laptops
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Real-time Sync: Scores appear instantly on leaderboards
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Validation: Automatic checks for incomplete scores
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Live Feedback: See other judge scores after submission
1

##### Judge Login & Setup

Judges receive unique access codes and log into the scoring interface. System automatically assigns them to their designated events and heats.

2

##### Score Entry Process

For each athlete run: Select athlete → Enter component scores → Review total → Submit. System validates completeness and format rules.

3

##### Head Judge Review

Head judges can review all scores, request changes, or override scores with documented reasoning through the override system.

Judge Training Tips: New judges should practice with the demo system before live events. The interface includes helpful prompts and validation to prevent common errors.

## Heat Management & Flow

Advanced heat configuration, seeding, and progression management.

#### Heat Configuration Options

Size Control:
4-20 athletes per heat (configurable)
Seeding Methods:
Random, ranked, snake format, manual
Progression Rules:
Top N advance, percentage cutoff, qualifying scores
Reseeding:
Automatic reseeding between rounds
1

##### Initial Heat Creation

Use Heat Configuration to set heat sizes and initial seeding method. System can auto-balance heat sizes for fairness.

2

##### Qualification Round Management

Monitor progress through Heat Flow Preview. System shows who advances as results come in.

3

##### Advancement & Reseeding

Automatic progression to next round with configurable reseeding. Top qualifiers get advantageous positions in finals.

#### Common Heat Flow Patterns

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Slopestyle: Qualifications (3 runs) → Finals (3 runs, best run)
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Halfpipe: Qualifications (2 runs) → Finals (3 runs)
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Big Air: Qualifications (2 runs) → Finals (3 runs, best run)
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Street: Qualifications (4 runs) → Semifinals (3 runs) → Finals (3 runs)

## Results Flow & Publication

From live scoring to final result publication and distribution.

1

##### Live Result Calculation

Scores are calculated in real-time as judges submit. Live scoreboards update instantly with current standings.

2

##### Result Verification

Use Scoring Analytics to verify judge consistency and check for any anomalies before final publication.

3

##### Final Result Generation

Results Panel generates official final results with all tiebreakers applied and formatting options.

4

##### Export & Distribution

Multiple export formats: PDF certificates, Excel spreadsheets, CSV data, and JSON feeds for websites and apps.

#### Result Display Options

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Live Boards: Style 1, Style 2, Style 3, Tabbed
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Public Dashboards: Dashboard 1, Dashboard 2
🖨️
Print Templates: Customizable layouts for certificates and reports
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Mobile Views: All displays optimized for phones and tablets

## Advanced Features

Professional-grade features for complex competitions and custom requirements.

#### Token & Credit System

Usage-based billing system for platform monetization. Token Management

Billing Model:
Pay per action: participants, judges, events, reports
Budget Control:
Group budgets, spending limits, usage tracking
Packages:
Pre-paid token packages with bonus incentives

#### User Management & Permissions

Role-based access control with fine-grained permissions. User Management

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Super Admin: Full system access, billing, user management
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Admin: Event management, participant/judge setup
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Head Judge: Score override, judging flow management
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Judge: Score entry, limited event access
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Office: Registration, check-in, data export
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Media: Read-only access to results and boards

#### API & Integrations

Comprehensive API for custom integrations and third-party applications.

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Results API: JSON feeds for websites and apps
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Public Data: Public event API for embeds
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Start Lists: Automated start list generation
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Live Feeds: Real-time score updates for broadcast integration

## Best Practices

Proven strategies for successful events and optimal system usage.

#### Event Setup Best Practices

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Timeline: Set up events 1-2 weeks in advance, test systems day before
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Format Selection: Choose formats judges are familiar with, test with practice runs
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Judge Training: Brief judges on interface, have backup judges ready
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Technology: Have backup devices, ensure strong WiFi, test everything twice

#### Competition Day Checklist

✓

###### Morning Setup (2 hours before)

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Test all judge devices and internet connectivity
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Set up public displays and test live scoreboards
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Brief judges on format, interface, and backup procedures
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Print start lists, judge sheets, and backup forms
✓

###### During Competition

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Monitor judge scoring for completeness and consistency
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Check live scoreboards are updating correctly
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Use analytics to spot potential issues early
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Regular data backups and progress saves
Pro Tip: Always have a backup plan. Print start lists, have paper score sheets ready, and designate someone to manually track scores if technology fails.

## Troubleshooting

Common issues and solutions for smooth event operation.

#### Common Issues & Solutions

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###### Judge Can't Login

Check:
Judge credentials in User Management
Verify:
Judge assigned to correct event/heat
Solution:
Reset password or create new access code
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###### Scores Not Appearing

Check:
Internet connectivity on judge devices
Verify:
Scores were submitted (check for confirmation)
Solution:
Refresh scoreboard, check for pending submissions
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###### Wrong Results Calculation

Check:
Format configuration in Scoring Formats
Verify:
All required scores submitted for each athlete
Solution:
Use Head Judge Override to correct
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###### Heat Progression Issues

Check:
Advancement rules in heat configuration
Verify:
All heats marked as complete
Solution:
Manual advancement through Heat Management
Emergency Contacts: Always have technical support contact information available and a plan for manual scoring backup.
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