====== Player Management ======

Add and manage player profiles with detailed information. Track individual performance and statistics throughout the season.

===== Adding a Player =====

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  - Navigate to the **Players** tab
  - Tap the **+** button
  - Fill in player details:
    * **Name** — First and last name
    * **Jersey Number** — Player's shirt number
    * **Position** — Primary playing position
    * **Grade** — Grade level (optional)
    * **Goalkeeper** — Toggle on for goalkeepers
  - Tap **Save** to add the player to your roster

===== Batch Player Import =====

You can import multiple players at once from a CSV or text file:

  - Go to **Settings** → **Import Players**
  - Select your file or paste a list
  - GoldenBoot will parse names and jersey numbers automatically
  - Review and confirm the import

See [[goldenboot:player-import|Player Import Guide]] for formatting details.

===== Player Profile =====

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Tap any player to view their detailed profile:

  * **Career Statistics** — Totals across all matches (goals, assists, shots, minutes played, etc.)
  * **Match History** — Per-match breakdown of stats
  * **Tags** — Custom labels assigned to this player

===== Player Tags =====

Tags help you organize players into groups:

  - Tap a player to open their profile
  - Tap **Edit** to assign tags
  - Create custom tags like "Starting XI", "Captain", "U15", "Defenders"
  - Tags display as colored badges on player cards

See [[goldenboot:tags|Tags & Competition Levels]] for more on the tag system.

===== Free Tier Limits =====

  * **Free:** Up to 22 players
  * **Premium:** Unlimited players

When you reach the limit, GoldenBoot will show the subscription options. See [[goldenboot:subscription|Free vs Premium]] for details.