Pyramid League

The pyramid league is a variation of the challenge ladder. Instead of a linear ranking, players are arranged in a pyramid shape: one player at the top, two on the next row, three on the next, and so on. Players can challenge anyone on the row directly above them. Winners swap positions with the person they beat. The pyramid structure means players at lower levels have more potential opponents and more opportunities to climb, while the top of the pyramid is increasingly exclusive.

• Players are arranged in pyramid tiers: 1 at the top, 2 on the second row, 3 on the third, etc.
• A player may challenge anyone on the row directly above them.
• If the challenger wins, they swap positions with the player they beat.
• If the challenged player wins, positions remain unchanged.
• A player at the top of the pyramid has no one to challenge and can only be challenged by those on the second row.

1. Determine the pyramid size. For 15 players: rows of 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. For 10 players: rows of 1, 2, 3, 4.
2. Place players by ability (strongest at the top) or randomly.
3. Display the pyramid visually at the club and online.
4. Set challenge rules - deadline to accept, match format, what happens on a decline.
5. Update the pyramid after each match and republish.
6. Run for a set season with a prize for the player at the peak at the season end.

Clubs that want the engagement of a challenge system with more visual appeal and broader challenge options than a simple ladder.

• The top player can only defend, never challenge. Some rules allow the top player to challenge anyone to keep them active.
• Like ladders, the format depends on player engagement. Monitor activity closely.