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This app streamlines bowling tournament management by handling side pots, brackets, and payouts automatically. It allows directors to set up events quickly and bowlers to follow live results on their phones.
✓Automated side pot management
✓Bracket and eliminator creation
✓Live results for bowlers
✓Customizable game formats
✓Automatic payout calculations
✓Printable QR codes and sign-up sheets
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What's New in Bowling Side Action
1.3.1
November 1, 2026
• Card Game pot: a named side pot with one or many games, priced per game or for all of them • Mystery Pot: hand-enter scores and they compete with the field instead of replacing it • Financials: Mystery Pot and Card Game payouts with a Verified tick; pools show as estimated until you verify • Entries: the grid is now the main view, with Name, Paid and Due pinned on the left • Marking a bowler Paid locks their pots until you untick Paid • Find a bowler in the grid • Winnings list shows Unpaid first, then Paid • Live results on the center's TV at viewer.bowlingsideaction.com/tv • Faster tab switching on iPad and iPhone Duo
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BSA Pro Annual
Unlimited bowlers, brackets & side pots
$99.991 Year
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FAQ
How does Bowling Side Action manage tournament side pots?
Bowling Side Action automates the management of various side pots, including brackets, eliminators, high game, mystery doubles, and card games. It calculates entries and payouts, reducing manual effort for tournament directors.
Can bowlers follow tournaments live with Bowling Side Action?
Yes, bowlers can follow tournaments live on any iPhone by entering a five-character code or scanning a QR code. They can track brackets, standings, and payouts in real-time without needing an account.
What types of brackets can be set up in Bowling Side Action?
The app supports 8-bowler and 16-bowler single-elimination brackets. These can be run forward or reverse, starting on any game, with smart generation to avoid repeat matchups and automatic advancement of players.
How does Bowling Side Action handle payouts?
Payout ladders are filled automatically based on entries, with approximately 1 in 8 participants cashing and last place never losing money. Each bowler's winnings are itemized by pot, and directors can check off paid bowlers.
What are the pricing options for Bowling Side Action?
The app is free for events with up to 16 bowlers. For unlimited bowlers and pots, users can purchase BSA Pro, available as a monthly ($14.99/P1M) or annual ($99.99/P1Y) subscription. A single event can also be unlocked with an Event Pass.
Is Bowling Side Action available on multiple devices?
Yes, Bowling Side Action is designed for iPhone Duo and iPad, offering different interfaces based on screen size. Events can also be accessed via a web browser at director.bowlingsideaction.com, and data can sync across devices if signed in with Apple or Google.
Does Bowling Side Action require users to create an account?
No sign-up is required to run full events, especially for smaller tournaments. Account creation with Apple or Google is optional and is only needed if you want your events to sync across devices or be accessible via the web.
How frequently is Bowling Side Action updated?
The latest version, 1.3.1, was released on November 1, 2026. Updates are crucial for adding new features and ensuring smooth operation, indicating active development.
