Welcome to the MatchMySport Blog, which will provide information and updates on the MatchMySport site.

We will update you on how to use the site, new features and news. So you can get Fit for 2011 and Make New Friends by Playing Sport.

Let’s get started, MatchMySport’s main aim to provide a service to locate sports partners and team mates to play a sport at a time and location that suits you.

So what is a sport partner? Well a sport partner is someone who you can count on to play a sport that is of the same sport’s ability and lives nearby in the same area, so that you can easily meet up for a game of sport.

How do you find a sport partner or team mate?

The main way to find a sport partner or team mate is to click on the Events menu and click on Add an Event. You will then be presented with a screen to Add an Event.

You can then choose whether you want to make the Event – Private or Public.

Private Events – is when you already have someone in mind to play an Event and you Invite them to your Event and that only invited members can RSVP to it. Some information about the event will still be visible to all members of your MatchMySport Network on the All Events list if it is searched for by the Event Name, Type, Date or Location. Members who have been invited to the event can see it on their My Events page, as well. Private events were implemented to give Event Creators a choice about who could RSVP, not to create hidden events. If you're thinking of creating an event, keep in mind that those not invited to a private event will still be able to see it.

Public Events – is when you are looking for a new sports partner from our database of members. Your Event information will be shown on the Main Page so that other members of MatchMySport can see information about the Event

How do you Add an Event?

Have a look at this Help file to help you Add an Event: http://tiny.cc/8tg4g

How do you invite members to an Event?

To invite members to your Event and spread the word about your Event, invite people to RSVP! Have a look at this help page: http://tiny.cc/dwr2k

How do you RSVP to an Event and attend an Event?

To RSVP to an Event, click on Search and select Search Events.

Have a look through the list of Events that you would like to attend.

Following this Help file to RSVP to an Event: http://tiny.cc/5997k

How do you contact the list of members who might attend your Event?

To contact the guests of your Event, you email them, see: http://tiny.cc/2ugyv

How to meetup for your Sports Event?

Please follow the Safety Tips on the Search Menu.

Try to meetup in a public place; say a leisure centre and beforehand contact by email to arrange a time and a public place to meet.

You can contact your potential sports partner by paging them. Please see www.paginglist.com to sign up for an account (please note: call charges are available on the Paginglist.com website). PagingList is a way to conquer the fear of giving out phone numbers online, by only giving a username or a tag rather than your mobile number. You can then contact your sport partner by paging them and this keeps your mobile number private. If you no longer want to speak to the person anymore, you can remove their tag, this prevents them from contacting you again. For further information on “paging” – please view the Video on www.paginglist.com.

Then enjoy playing a sport with your sports partner, thanks to MatchMySport.

What is My Page?

When you join MatchMySport, you automatically get your own web page  called  My Page. This is your space to share information about yourself, connect with other members and show off your content.

With My Page, you have your very own Blog, where you can express opinions about Sport. The My Page also has a Text box, a versatile feature where you can add widgets, photos and embed videos. 

You can customise your own My Page with a different theme and colours.

See: http://tiny.cc/9izmi

You can update your profile information, such as changing your email address or password, See: http://tiny.cc/ynlr4

You can add Apps to your Page, where you can browse Apps by Category.

Have a look at: http://tiny.cc/i1bn7

Try exploring My Page and many of the exciting Ning Apps on MatchMySport.

How to SignUp for An Account?

You can now sign up with either a Facebook, Google or Yahoo account.

Click on the Sign Up Link and then click on the Relevant Icon – either Facebook, Google or Yahoo. This removes the need to have an email address or password to Sign into MatchMySport.

For more information, go to: http://tiny.cc/p8qu9

Your Inbox and how to send private messages without giving out your email address.

Your MatchMySport Inbox gives you the ability to send and receive messages without giving out your real email address. To access your Inbox, click on the Inbox link at the top right column.

For more information, to access your messages - go to: http://tiny.cc/po97z

To send a private message – try this link for information: http://tiny.cc/iprcg

You can also block someone from sending you messages, go to: http://tiny.cc/orxom

What are Groups and How do you use them?

You can use groups on your MatchMySport to meet people with your sports interests or in your region. For example, a MatchMySport group for Football could have groups or team mates for a specific sport.

Groups come equipped with their own discussion forum, RSS reader, text box and comment wall, and several privacy settings. As a group creator, you can choose the features and privacy settings you'd like to have for your group.

How do you create a Group?

See: http://tiny.cc/zgx0c

Once you have created a Group, you can invite your team mates to your Group, see: http://tiny.cc/j0eul

How do you manage a Group?

See: http://tiny.cc/aa12u

How do you join a Group?

http://tiny.cc/yvrqb

Groups also allow you send messages to your Entire Group, have a look at: http://tiny.cc/lx045

Groups are especially useful if you need to contact team mates to arrange say a 5-a side Football Match or a Cricket match or any other team sport.

Play Games, purchase MatchMySport merchandise from the CafePress Shop or purchase Sports Equipment from Amazon.

Why not try the vast array of Games available on MatchMySport, click on  the Games/Apps Menu and select Games. There is plenty of Arcade, Sports, Strategy, Shooter, Action, Adventure or Multiplayer games to choose from.

If you have arranged a Sports Event and need equipment, why not click on the Amazon advert to purchase Sports Equipment such as Tennis Racquets, Footballs, Cricket equipment and many other sports equipment available.

Want merchandise featuring MatchMySport, why not purchase a T-shirt to wear when playing sports, Mugs, Bags, Baseball Cap, Clock or Water Bottle. Are also available.

Why not submit content to MatchMySport?

MatchMySport is interested in you posting Blogs, Videos and Forum discussions.

The top content providers are listed in our Leaderboards app. Want your name at the top of the  Leaderboards?

Then submit a Blog, Sports Event, Video or Forum discussion.

Want to know how to create your own Sports Blog – go to: http://tiny.cc/gpd91

Why not add your own Sports Video – by clicking on the Video menu, you can embed Videos from YouTube. You can send in Videos by Email or Phone: see: http://tiny.cc/38wj2

Or participate on a Forum discussion, to discuss who will be Formula 1 World champion in next year’s Championship or any other sports discussions – see: http://tiny.cc/5ft3x to

find out how to get involved.