From the founder4 min read
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Why I built MatchUp: making it easier to find someone to play
Aaryaveer Jatia, founder of MatchUp and AJ Sports Academy, on finding compatible racket-sport partners by sport, level, location and availability.
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Better plans. Better games.
Practical guidance for finding compatible racket-sport players, arranging a game and making the most of your time on court.
MatchUp helps players discover compatible people nearby using sport, level, location and availability, then connect and arrange a game. Available sports and features may vary by account.
Finding players6 min read
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How to find a tennis partner in Mumbai
A practical way to find a compatible tennis partner in Mumbai by matching level, location, timing and expectations.
Read guideBetter matches6 min read
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How to choose the right level match
Use rally tolerance, serve reliability, movement and match goals to choose a partner who will make the session worthwhile.
Read guideCommunication5 min read
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The first message that actually leads to a game
Turn a player connection into a real game with a short, specific and considerate first message.
Read guideScheduling6 min read
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How to keep playing with a busy schedule
Build a repeatable racket-sport routine by using honest availability, backup windows and shorter sessions.
Read guideAll sports7 min read
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Finding partners across different racket sports
What changes when you search for tennis, pickleball, padel, badminton, table tennis or squash partners.
Read guideFirst meetup6 min read
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Making a first sports meetup comfortable and sensible
A practical checklist for arranging a first game with a new player at a public venue and setting clear expectations.
Read guidePlanning6 min read
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How to split court costs and choose a venue
Choose a practical court and agree on costs clearly before anyone confirms a booking.
Read guideReturning to play7 min read
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Getting back into racket sports after a break
Return to tennis, badminton, squash and other racket sports with a manageable first month and the right playing partner.
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