PointVerse
Free Basketball Scoring App for Pickup, Practice, and Tournaments
PointVerse is a free basketball scoring app for iPhone and Android. Live scoreboard, shareable online board, player score tracker, and offline scoring. Used by 250+ users across 250+ games.
- Users
- 250+
- Games scored
- 250+
- Tournaments hosted
- 10+
A basketball scoring app built for the court
Most games still get scored on a phone notes app, a paper scoresheet that smears, or a browser tab that dies when the gym Wi‑Fi drops. PointVerse is a dedicated basketball scoring app: you tap the play, the scoreboard updates, and the record stays with the game.
It is made for basketball only — not a generic “any sport” scoreboard. That means 1-, 2-, and 3-point scoring, shot clock control, fouls, a live scoreboard, a player score tracker, and an online scoreboard you can share.
Download it, start a game, and score. There is no subscription wall. Read the story behind PointVerse or jump to the help center if you want setup steps.
Who this basketball scoring app is for
Pickup runs
Start a game in seconds. No roster setup required if you only need the score, clock, and fouls.
Coaches and managers
Log player points and keep a game history you can review after practice, not a stack of paper sheets.
Tournaments
Run single elimination, round robin, or groups plus playoffs. More than 10 tournaments have already been hosted.
Schools and rec leagues
Works on the devices you already have. Offline support means a dead gym connection does not stop the game.
How to keep score with PointVerse
- 1
Download the app
Install PointVerse from the App Store or Google Play. It is free and does not require a paid plan to start scoring.
- 2
Create a game
Enter team names, add players if you want individual stats, and tap start. Setup is built to take under 30 seconds.
- 3
Tap to score
Use +1, +2, and +3 during live play. Update fouls, run the game clock and shot clock, and keep the scoreboard facing the court.
- 4
Save and sync
Games stay on the device if you are offline. When you reconnect, history and stats can sync so the record is not stuck on one phone.
What you can track in the app
PointVerse covers the pieces of a basketball game that a simple tally app skips. You score the game and keep the details that matter after the buzzer.
Live basketball scoreboard
Landscape courtside board with team colors, undo/redo, and fouls — instead of a chalkboard or a rented LED.
Shot clock and game clock
Optional clocks: 1–12 minutes per quarter and shot clock at 24, 14, 12, or 8 seconds.
Player score tracker
Attribute scoring to players, save teams with jersey numbers, and import a roster. Up to 12 players per side.
Online scoreboard link
Share a QR code or URL. Spectators watch a live, view-only board in the browser and can download PDF or Excel.
5v5, 3v3, and 1v1 templates
Full Court, Half Court, Quick Game, and Versus — or set custom quarters and clocks in under 30 seconds.
Tournaments
Single elimination, round robin, or groups plus playoffs, with the same scoreboard on every match.
Basketball scoring app vs paper vs a browser scoreboard
Paper is free until you lose the sheet. A browser-only board needs a stable connection for the scorer. PointVerse is the courtside app, and you can still share a live online scoreboard for a TV or spectators.
| Need | Paper sheet | Browser board | PointVerse |
|---|---|---|---|
| Keep score live | Yes, if you write fast | Yes, with internet | Yes, on your phone |
| Works offline | Yes | Usually no | Yes |
| Shot clock | Separate timer | Often yes | Built in |
| Player stats | If you have time | Rarely | Yes |
| TV / stream overlay | No | Yes | App + shareable online board |
| Cost | Free | Often freemium | Free |
Basketball scoring app FAQs
Short answers about using PointVerse as a basketball scorekeeper on iOS and Android. More troubleshooting lives in the help center.
What is a basketball scoring app?
A basketball scoring app replaces a paper scoresheet. You tap +1, +2, or +3, run a game clock and shot clock, log fouls, and optionally track player points while the game is happening.
Is PointVerse a free basketball scoring app?
Yes. PointVerse is free on iOS and Android. No subscription, no ads in the scorer, and no premium unlock to keep score, run clocks, share an online scoreboard, or save history.
Does the basketball scoring app work without internet?
Yes. Score offline in gyms and outdoor courts. When you reconnect, games can sync. Shared online scoreboards update live while the scorer is connected.
Can I track player stats and share a scoreboard online?
Yes. Turn on individual scoring for a player score tracker. Share a link or QR code so spectators watch a live basketball scoreboard online in any browser, then download PDF, Excel, or PNG.
Does PointVerse work on iPhone and Android?
Yes. Native app for iPhone, iPad, and Android. Sign in with Apple, Google, or phone. Shared scoreboards open in a browser with no install.
Can I use it for pickup games and tournaments?
Yes. Templates cover 5v5, 3v3, and 1v1. Tournament mode supports single elimination, round robin, and groups plus playoffs. More than 10 tournaments have already been hosted.
How is this different from a browser-only scoreboard?
You score in the app (including offline, undo, player stats, and a landscape board). You can also share a live online scoreboard for TVs and spectators. It is both a courtside scoring app and an online board — not only a browser tab.
Does the app include a shot clock and game clock?
Yes. Optional game clock and shot clock at 24, 14, 12, or 8 seconds, plus 1–4 quarters. Clocks are not forced on if you only need the score.
Download the free basketball scoring app
PointVerse is free on iOS and Android. No ads in the scorer, no subscription to start a game. Questions? Contact support.