MatchPlay Scheduler — Intelligent Sports Match Generator

MatchPlay Scheduler is a macOS desktop application that automates match generation for sports events based on player lists from Excel files.
It uses machine learning and Google OR-Tools CP-SAT Solver to create unique, fair, and optimized match combinations, avoiding repeat pairings and respecting constraints like team membership.

Key Features

• Excel Import: Easily load player rosters directly from .xlsx files.
• Smart Scheduling: Generates all possible match variations while minimizing repeats.
• Constraint Handling: Ensures players never face their own team members.
• ML-Enhanced Optimization: Improves fairness and variety in matchups.
• Customizable Rules: Set number of rounds, court capacity, and substitution rules.
• PDF Export: Generate printable match schedules with team logos and time slots.

Use Cases

• Tennis Clubs: Plan weekly matchdays with unique pairings.
• Padel Leagues: Organize seasonal tournaments with balanced schedules.
• Corporate Sports Events: Ensure fair play and variety for participants.

Technologies Used

• Python — Core logic and optimization
• OR-Tools CP-SAT Solver — Constraint programming for match generation
• Machine Learning — Match distribution optimization
• Excel Parsing (openpyxl) — Player list import
• PDF Generation — Printable schedules

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