# Pickleball Ref

> Digital pickleball referee for simple, accurate match officiating. (iPhone/iPad app by codeDependent Software Incorporated.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pickleball-ref/id1484820133 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [codeDependent Software Incorporated](https://appshunter.io/developer/581353713)
- Category: Sports
- Price: $2.99
- Rating: 4.75/5 from 4 App Store ratings · 3 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 9 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2019-11-23
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pickleball-ref/id1484820133/reviews.md

## What is Pickleball Ref?

Pickleball ref makes referring a pickleball match absolutely simple. Just swipe toward the winning team after each rally and the scores, positions and verbal prompts will be provided for you. No clipboard, no clothes pegs, no flipping charts upside down, no complicated process...no mistakes.

Features:
- supports sanctioned tournament formats (singles, doubles, games to 11, 15 or 21)
- generates a scoresheet formatted specifically for official pickleball tournaments
- results can be shared wirelessly
- built in coin toss
- visually confirms player positions and correct server at all times
- highlights sever and receiver for easy identification
- records warnings, fouls and game forfeiture
- built in timers for timeouts, medical timeouts, time between games and time after fouls/warnings
- match summary visible at all times
- Undo any action with the tap of a button
- timeouts, fouls, warnings and formats follow official pickleball tournament standards

Instructions:
* tap on the ? at anytime to see instructions on how to use the app.  The instructions will be different depending on which screen you are on.

1) Start a "New Match"
2) Enter details about the match format and who is playing
3) Use the arrow buttons to adjust players, teams and starting server. The real life positions should match the display on the iPad.
4) Tap on Coin Toss to generate a random number 1 or 2.
5) Press on "Start Game"
6) After each rally, swipe toward the team that won the rally.  The display will update automatically, showing the score and expected positions.
7) Tap on the timeout box below the court to start a timeout.
8) Double tap on a player to issue a technical foul, technical warning or medical timeout.
9) Undo ANY action using the Undo button at the bottom.
10) At the end of the match, tap on "Match Summary".  Winning team and Referee need to validate the outcome.
11) Tap on the "action" button to share the results electronically with the tournament director.

## Key features

- Automated scoring and position tracking
- Supports tournament formats (singles, doubles)
- Generates official scoresheets
- Records warnings, fouls, and forfeitures
- Built-in timers for timeouts and breaks
- Wireless sharing of results
- Undo any action

## Recent user reviews (3 of 3)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pickleball-ref/id1484820133/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Great app

*2020-03-12, version 1.2*

I have been using this app beginning last November. 

Recommend it as a great training tool for beginner refs.

### 5/5 — Really Impressed

*2019-11-25, version 1.0*

I really liked it a lot. Makes it easy to keep track. There are a couple of more things that I would like since now you have the data stored and that is the ability to go back and replay the points and see how the match unfolded. Also, the ability to optionally select colors that would go around the player box so you don’t have to read the description of what they are wearing.
I know this might be a bit much but knowing what ball you were playing with and whether it was indoor or outdoor. 
Having this kind of information would be nice for the players to go back and see how they played against a person or with a person in what conditions. 

You can tell that someone spent some time on this program. Good job!

### 5/5 — This is awesome

*2019-11-23, version 1.0*

We just started playing pickleball a few months ago. This app seems really easy to use and I am excited to try it out next time we play.

## Frequently asked questions about Pickleball Ref

### How does Pickleball Ref simplify officiating?

Pickleball Ref automates scorekeeping, player positions, and provides verbal prompts after each rally. Simply swipe to indicate the winning team, and the app handles the rest, eliminating manual tracking.

### What pickleball tournament formats does Pickleball Ref support?

Pickleball Ref supports sanctioned tournament formats including singles and doubles play, with games to 11, 15, or 21 points. It generates scoresheets formatted specifically for official tournaments.

### Can Pickleball Ref record fouls and warnings?

Yes, Pickleball Ref records warnings, fouls, and game forfeitures. It also includes built-in timers for timeouts, medical timeouts, and time between games or after fouls.

### Is Pickleball Ref easy to use during a match?

The app is designed for simplicity. After each rally, swipe towards the winning team. Player positions and server are visually confirmed, and an undo button is available for any action.

### What devices does Pickleball Ref work on?

Pickleball Ref is currently supported on iPads. It was last updated on January 2, 2020, with version 1.2.

### How can I share match results with Pickleball Ref?

Results can be shared wirelessly at the end of the match. The app generates a match summary that can be validated by the winning team and referee, then electronically shared.

### What is the price of Pickleball Ref?

Pickleball Ref is a paid application, available for $2.99. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned.

### What is the age rating for Pickleball Ref?

Pickleball Ref has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for a wide range of users, including younger players and officials.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.2 — 2020-01-02

Fixed bug when a match is forfeited.

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