Safety first: meeting a match at the courts

Meeting at a public court is one of the more comfortable ways to meet someone new. There are other people around, there is an activity to focus on, and it is easy to keep a first meeting short. Good habits still matter, so here are the ones worth making automatic.

Before you meet

• Chat in the app first. Take time to get a feel for someone before you share your phone number or social accounts.
• Consider a short video call. It is a quick way to confirm that someone is who they say they are.
• Choose a public venue you know, during hours when other players are around.
• Tell a friend where you are going, who you are meeting and when you expect to be done.

On the day

• Get yourself there and back. Driving yourself or using a ride service means you can leave whenever you like.
• Keep your phone charged and with you.
• Stay in public areas for a first meeting, including for any after-game plans.
• Watch your drink and your belongings, just as you would anywhere else.

Trust your instincts

If something feels off, it is fine to end the date early. You do not owe anyone an explanation beyond a polite goodbye. A group format like a Mixer can be a comfortable way to meet in the first place, since you are never alone with someone you do not know yet.

Use the tools in the app

If someone makes you uncomfortable, pressures you for money or personal information, or behaves inappropriately, use Block and Report in the app. Blocking removes the match and stops further messages, and reports go to our team for review.

If you are ever in immediate danger, contact local emergency services first.

Enjoy it

None of this is meant to make dating feel heavy. These habits simply take the guesswork out of meeting someone new, so you can focus on what you came for: a good game and good company.