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Entertainment-Only NCAAB Survivor Contest Double Pick Days

The Double Pick Days feature allows commissioners to require members to make two picks instead of one on selected days of the tournament. This option increases difficulty and can accelerate eliminations early in the contest.

Updated over a week ago

Where to Find the Double Pick Setting

To configure Double Pick Days:

  1. Open the Commissioner Console

  2. Navigate to Pool Settings

  3. Select Pick and Scoring Settings

  4. Go to Double Picks

  5. Choose Select Double Pick Days


How Double Pick Days Work

When enabled for a specific day:

  • Members must submit two valid picks for that day

  • Both picks must meet the contest’s objective (WIN or LOSE, depending on settings)

  • Failure on either pick may result in elimination (based on pool rules)

This creates a higher-stakes day compared to standard single-pick rounds.


Availability Restrictions

Double Pick Days are only available for:

👉 Days 1–4 of the tournament

They cannot be applied to later stages of the contest.


Important Locking Rule

⚠️ Once any member has submitted double picks for a selected day:

  • The setting cannot be changed back to a single pick for that day

  • The configuration becomes locked

  • This prevents unfair changes after picks are in play

Be sure your selection is final before members begin submitting picks.


Why Use Double Pick Days?

Commissioners may choose this option to:

  • Increase early elimination rates

  • Add strategic complexity

  • Keep the contest competitive

It is especially useful for very large pools.


Best Practices

  • Announce Double Pick Days to participants in advance

  • Confirm the setting before inviting members to submit picks

  • Avoid changing settings once activity has started


Summary

Double Pick Days require members to make two selections on designated early tournament days (Days 1–4). Because the setting locks once picks are submitted, careful planning ensures a fair and smooth Survivor contest experience.

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