====== Getting Started with GoldenBoot ======

===== System Requirements =====

  * **iOS Version:** iOS 17.6 or later
  * **Devices:** iPhone and iPad
  * **Storage:** Minimum 50 MB available space

===== Installation =====

  - Open the **App Store** on your iPhone or iPad
  - Search for "**GoldenBoot**"
  - Tap **Get** and authenticate with Face ID, Touch ID, or your Apple ID password
  - Once installed, tap **Open** or find the GoldenBoot icon on your home screen

===== First Launch =====

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When you first open GoldenBoot, you'll see the Welcome screen:

  - Follow the onboarding guide
  - Enter your **team name**
  - The main tab bar will appear with:
    * **Players** — Manage your roster
    * **Opponents** — Track teams you play against
    * **Matches** — Record match results and stats
    * **Reports** — Generate PDF reports and analytics
    * **Touchline** — Live match tracking (nav bar button, Premium)
    * **Settings** — App configuration, backups, subscription, and organization

===== Quick Start Guide =====

=== 1. Build Your Roster ===

  - Tap the **Players** tab
  - Tap **+** to add a player
  - Enter name, jersey number, and position
  - Toggle the **Goalkeeper** switch for keepers
  - Repeat for all players on your team

**Tip:** You can also bulk import players from a CSV file. Go to **Settings → Import Players**.

See [[goldenboot:players|Player Management]] for full details.

=== 2. Add Your Opponents ===

  - Tap the **Opponents** tab
  - Tap **+** to add an opponent
  - Enter the team name and location

See [[goldenboot:opponents|Opponent Management]] for full details.

=== 3. Record a Match ===

  - Tap the **Matches** tab
  - Tap **+** to create a new match
  - Select the opponent, enter the date, score, and location
  - After saving, tap the match to enter player statistics

See [[goldenboot:matches|Match Tracking & Stats Entry]] for full details.

=== 4. Track a Live Match ===

  - Navigate to **Touchline** mode (Premium)
  - Select your opponent and mark your starters
  - Tap **Start** to begin the game clock
  - Track substitutions, goals, game events, and stats in real-time

See [[goldenboot:touchline|Touchline — Live Match Tracking]] for full details.

=== 5. Generate Reports ===

  - Tap the **Reports** tab
  - Choose a report type (Player, Match Summary, Season, Goalkeeper, Set Piece, Recent Form, Start Rate)
  - Generate and share as PDF

See [[goldenboot:reports|Reports & PDF Export]] for full details.

**Tip:**
With Premium, your data syncs automatically via iCloud. You can also create manual backups anytime in **Settings → Backup & Restore**.