Americano for 13 players
With 3 courts, 1 player sits out each round. The generator rotates them fairly, and you can rank the table by average points so sitting out never costs anyone.
13 player Americano at a glance
| Courts | Playing | Sitting out | Rounds | Games each | Minutes at 16 pts | Minutes at 24 pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 4 | 9 | 13 | 4.0 | 130 | 182 |
| 2 | 8 | 5 | 13 | 8.0 | 130 | 182 |
| 3 | 12 | 1 | 13 | 12.0 | 130 | 182 |
Times assume about 10 minutes per round at 16 points and 14 at 24 points, including changeovers.
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Questions
How long does an Americano with 13 players take?
Playing 13 rounds to 24 points takes about 182 minutes on 3 courts. To 16 points it is about 130 minutes.
How many courts do 13 players need?
3 courts for everyone to play at once, with 1 sitting out each round. Fewer courts also work, with more players resting each round.
How many rounds should 13 players play?
13 rounds gives everyone the widest mix of partners. Play fewer if your booking is short.