Community Guidelines

Community Guidelines

A few simple rules to keep OxSporties fun, fair, and reliable for everyone.

Hosting a game

You must create games at least 48 hours before they start. This gives players time to see it, join, and plan.
As the host, you're responsible for booking the pitch (or marking it as booked) and setting the cost so players know their share.
You count as one of the players in your own game.
You can edit your game details any time before it starts.
If you need to cancel, do it as early as possible so players can make other plans.

Joining a game

You must join a game at least 48 hours before it starts. This helps hosts confirm numbers and secure the pitch.
Only join if you genuinely plan to turn up — other players and the host are counting on you.
If your plans change, leave the game as early as you can so someone else can take your spot.
You can't join a game that's full, cancelled, or one you're already in.

Paying your share

When a host sets a pitch cost, OxSporties splits it fairly between players.
Pay your share to the host promptly, before or on the day of the game.
Turning up and not paying isn't fair on the host who fronted the cost.

Booking & paymentsComing soon

Here's how booking a pitch and splitting the cost works — and what's coming next.

How it works today

The host books the pitch directly with the venue using the booking link shown on the game.
When the host sets a pitch cost, OxSporties automatically splits it between everyone who joins, so you always see your share.
For now, you pay your share to the host directly (cash or bank transfer) — money doesn't go through OxSporties yet.

What's coming soon

In-app payments: pay your share securely when you join a game, so no one has to chase people for money.
Automatic host reimbursement: the host gets paid back automatically once the game fills.
Fairer no-shows: because everyone pays up front, people show up — and refunds are handled automatically if a game is cancelled.
Direct pitch booking: book and pay for the venue right inside OxSporties, without leaving the app.

We're building this carefully to keep your money safe. Until it's ready, keep paying hosts directly and use the booking links to reserve pitches.

Being a good OxSporties

Treat everyone with respect, on and off the pitch.
Show up on time and ready to play.
Communicate — if you're running late or can't make it, let the group know in the chat.
Keep it inclusive. OxSporties is for players of all levels.

Safety

OxSporties is for players aged 16 and over. Under-18s should have a parent or guardian's permission to take part.
Games happen in public venues. Use common sense and look out for one another.
If someone behaves inappropriately, report it so we can keep the community safe.