Simple Mode Tutorial
Learn how to use TacticalVolley's Simple Mode for quick and easy volleyball statistics tracking. Perfect for beginners or when you need fast recording.
What is Simple Mode?
- Only 5 action types - No complex rating systems to learn
- Automatic scoring - Points are tracked automatically based on actions
- Fast recording - Perfect for keeping up with fast-paced matches
- Beginner-friendly - Focus on learning the interface, not complex ratings
The 5 Simple Actions
Award a point to the opposing team
When the opponent scores a point
Award a point to your team
When your team scores a point
Record a positive defensive action
When a player makes a good reception, dig, or block
Record a negative defensive action
When a player makes an error or poor contact
Your team successfully scored
When your team wins the rally and scores
How to Record Actions
- Keep your eyes on the court
- Identify which player performed the action
- Determine the outcome of the play
- Don't try to record every detail
- Click directly on the player's position on the court
- The action menu will appear automatically
- Don't worry about getting the exact spot
- The system will show you the player's name
- Pick from the 5 simple action types
- Don't overthink the rating
- Focus on the basic outcome
- The score will update automatically
- Don't spend time analyzing the action
- Keep the game flowing
- You can review statistics later
- Focus on capturing the main events
Common Scenarios
Here are some typical volleyball situations and how to record them in Simple Mode:
Scenario
Opponent Serves and Scores
Action to Take
Click opponent player → 'Point Opponent'
Why
The opponent's serve resulted in a point for their team
Scenario
Your Player Makes Great Dig
Action to Take
Click your player → 'Good Touch'
Why
Your player successfully defended the opponent's attack
Scenario
Your Team Attacks and Scores
Action to Take
Click attacking player → 'Scored Point'
Why
Your team's attack resulted in a successful point
Scenario
Your Player Misses Reception
Action to Take
Click your player → 'Bad Touch'
Why
Your player failed to properly receive the serve
Scenario
Opponent Attacks Out of Bounds
Action to Take
Click any of your players → 'Point Your Team'
Why
The opponent's error gives your team a point
Simple Mode Tips
Keep It Simple
Simple Mode is designed for speed, not perfection. Focus on the main outcomes rather than detailed ratings.
Stay in Flow
Don't let stat tracking disrupt the game. Record actions quickly and keep your attention on the match.
Focus on Points
Prioritize recording points and major actions. You can always add more detail in Advanced Mode later.
Know Your Players
Familiarize yourself with your players' positions before the match to make clicking easier.
Avoiding Common Mistakes
Trying to be too detailed
Simple Mode is about speed, not perfection. Save detailed ratings for Advanced Mode.
Clicking the wrong player
Don't worry! You can use the undo function to correct mistakes quickly.
Missing actions to keep up
It's better to miss a few actions than to slow down the game. Focus on major events.
Overthinking the action type
When in doubt, choose the most basic action. You can always review and adjust later.
Simple Mode vs Advanced Mode
- You're new to volleyball statistics
- The match is very fast-paced
- You want to focus on the game, not stats
- You're recording alone without help
- You're comfortable with Simple Mode
- You want detailed player analysis
- You have time to focus on detailed ratings
- You're working with an assistant
What's Next?
Recommended Next Steps:
- Practice with a demo match first
- Record your first real match using Simple Mode
- Review the statistics after the match
- Gradually move to Advanced Mode when ready
Ready to Try Simple Mode?
Simple Mode is perfect for getting started. Don't overthink it - focus on capturing the main events and enjoying the match!