Registration
Complete guide to player registration, database management, and roster administration in SwissSys. This section covers all tools for managing tournament participants.
Getting Started with Registration
Set Up Your Database
Before registering players, configure your player database using the Database wizard. SwissSys supports USCF, FIDE, CFC, and custom databases.
Register Players
Use the registration dialog to add players to your tournament. You can enter players manually or import them from your configured database.
Verify Ratings and Information
Confirm all player information is correct, including ratings, membership status, and federation affiliation.
Organize Team Assignments (if applicable)
For team tournaments, assign board order and designate team captains.
Player Registration
Registration Methods
Choose how to add players to your tournament:
- Manual entry - Type player information directly
- Database lookup - Search and import from configured database
- Batch import - Import multiple players at once
- Network mode - Register players across multiple stations simultaneously
Player Information
The registration system captures:
- Basic player data (name, ID, rating)
- Membership validation and expiration dates
- Federation affiliation
- Custom tournament-specific fields
Database Management
Supported Database Formats
SwissSys works with multiple database types:
- USCF database - U.S. Chess Federation player list
- FIDE database - International Chess Federation player list
- CFC database - Chess Federation of Canada player list
- Custom databases - Your own player lists in supported formats
Database Setup and Maintenance
Key tasks include:
- Configuring database location and format
- Downloading latest federation databases
- Searching and verifying player records
- Maintaining custom databases
Advanced Registration Features
Team Tournaments
For team-based events:
- Manage team rosters
- Assign board order
- Designate team captains
- Handle substitute players
Special Situations
Handle non-standard registration scenarios:
- Late registration procedures
- Player withdrawals and changes
- Section transfers
- Emergency registration
Network Registration
Multi-Station Setup
Register players across multiple computers:
- Share database over network
- Concurrent registration without conflicts
- Automatic data synchronization
- Access control and permissions
Data Integration
Coordinate tournament data:
- Import from online registration systems
- Export for external processing
- Backup and recovery procedures
- Integration with other tournament software