Audience: Prospective League Directors | Level: Beginner | Time: less than 5 minutes to apply
Quick Answer
Apply for a UDisc League at udisc.com/leagues/apply. Most leagues are approved instantly, though some may take 24-48 hours for review. Your league must be public, recurring, and use standard scoring formats to be approved.
Why Run a UDisc League?
Running a UDisc League helps you:
Build community at your local course
Boost play counts and unique player statistics for the course
Support fundraising for course improvements
Enable round ratings when you upgrade to Smart Layouts
Access powerful management tools for scoring, standings, and player communication
Best of all: UDisc Leagues are completely free for you and all players with a UDisc account.
How to Apply for Your League
Step 1: Go to the Application Page
Visit udisc.com/leagues/apply
Step 2: Fill Out the Application Form
You'll need to provide:
League name - Choose something clear and descriptive
Main course - Select where most events will take place (you can use different courses for individual events later)
Contact information - Your email or phone number for league communications
League description - Brief overview of what players can expect
Step 3: Submit and Wait for Approval
Approval timeline:
Most leagues are approved instantly
Some applications may take 24-48 hours for review
You'll receive an email notification when approved
Once approved, you'll be taken directly to your League Tools dashboard where you can complete your league setup.
League Requirements: What Gets Approved?
For your league to be approved, it must meet these criteria:
✅ Your League Must Be:
Public and open to anyone
All UDisc Leagues are publicly listed and anyone can view them
Players can discover and join your league events
Individual events within your league can be marked as private (hidden from Events tab and course page, but still visible on your league's home page)
Recurring or ongoing
Weekly leagues, bi-weekly leagues, monthly leagues are all great
Seasonal leagues with multiple events work well
One-time events should use udisc.com/events/add instead
Using standard scoring formats
Traditional disc golf scoring (strokes/throws)
Standard divisions and formats
Alternative scoring systems are not currently supported
❌ Common Reasons for Rejection
Your application may be rejected if:
It's a one-time event or tournament
Solution: Use udisc.com/events/add for standalone events instead
UDisc Leagues are designed for recurring play
It uses alternative scoring formats
Match play scoring is not currently supported
Points-based systems are not currently supported
Mulligans or modified scoring rules are not currently supported
Solution: Use traditional stroke-based scoring
It's a putting league
Putting leagues are not currently supported
Focus on full-course play for now
League name contains inappropriate content
Names with vulgar or explicit content will be rejected
Keep it professional and welcoming
What Happens After Approval?
Once your league is approved:
You'll be redirected to League Tools - Your management dashboard
Complete your league setup - Add details, configure settings, upload photos
Create your first event - Schedule when players can start competing
Share with players - Get the word out and build your community
Starting a New Season? Don't Create a New League!
Important: You should NOT create a new league each season. Instead, update your existing league.
How to Update Your League for a New Season
Update your league name (optional):
Go to League Tools → General tab
Under General league settings, change your League name (e.g., "Spring League 2025" to "Summer League 2025")
Scroll down and tap Save
⚠️ Note: League name changes will go through a profanity check, so submit changes 24-48 hours before your next event.
Update your league description:
Go to League Tools → General tab
Update your Description with new season information
Tap Save
Update your standings date range:
Go to League Tools → Standings tab
Change the Start date and Last date to reflect your new season
Hit Save
💡 Don't worry about losing old data! Changing the date range doesn't delete past standings. You can always view previous seasons by adjusting the dates back.
Why Keep the Same League?
Benefits of reusing your league:
✅ Historical data stays together - All your league history in one place
✅ Players can find you easily - They don't need to search for and rejoin a new league
✅ Admins stay connected - No need to re-add other league admins each season
✅ Less setup work - Keep all your settings, divisions, and configurations
✅ Builds your league's reputation - Long-running leagues attract more players
Only create a new league if:
You're moving to a completely different main course permanently
The league format or structure is fundamentally different
You're running an additional league alongside your current one (e.g., adding a beginner-only league)
Common Questions
Q: How much does it cost to run a UDisc League? A: Running a UDisc League is completely free. Players only need a free UDisc account to participate.
Q: Can I run events on multiple courses? A: Yes! While you select one main course during application, you can choose different courses for individual events once your league is set up.
Q: What if my course isn't in UDisc yet? A: You'll need to add the course first before applying for a league. See our guide on adding courses to UDisc.
Q: Can I change my league name or main course later? A: Yes! You can update these details in League Tools after approval.
Q: How long does my league last? A: Your league has no expiration date. You can run it year-round or seasonally based on your needs.
Related Resources
Before you apply:
➕ Add New Course to UDisc's directory - If your course isn't listed yet
After approval:
🧱 Setting up your league - Complete your league configuration
📅 Creating a UDisc League Event - Schedule your first event
Understanding the tools:
📖 UDisc League Director Guide - Big picture of running a league
🧰 What's the difference between League Tools & Event Tools? - Navigate your admin interfaces
Advanced options:
🚪 Running a private event on UDisc - Hide events from public discovery
Need more help? Check out the UDisc Landing Zone here for tips from fellow League Admins or reach out to us via chat or at help@udisc.com.
Article Details
Category: Leagues & Events → For Organizers → Getting Started
Last updated: January 2026
Topics covered: League application, approval process, league requirements, common rejections, new season setup
Prerequisites: Public course available in UDisc
Related features: League Tools, Event creation