Where to Find This Setting
To enable backup picks:
Open the Commissioner Console
Navigate to Pool Settings
Select Pick and Scoring Settings
Locate Collect Backup Picks
Turn the option On
How Backup Picks Work
When this setting is enabled:
Members can enter a backup pick along with their primary selection
The backup pick is intended for use if the original game is cancelled
The backup pick is stored but not automatically applied
This gives the commissioner flexibility to handle disruptions fairly.
Important: Backup Picks Are NOT Automatic
⚠️ Backup picks will not replace cancelled picks automatically.
If a game is cancelled:
The pool administrator must manually apply the backup pick
Replacement is done through Member Pick Maintenance
The original pick must be updated by the commissioner
Without manual action, the backup pick will not be used.
Why Use Backup Picks?
Backup picks are helpful when:
Games may be postponed or cancelled
Travel or weather issues could affect scheduling
You want contingency plans in place
You want to avoid disputes over cancelled games
Best Practices for Commissioners
Inform members that backups are optional but recommended
Monitor game status for cancellations
Apply backup picks consistently across the pool
Communicate any changes made using backups
Summary
The Collect Backup Picks option allows members to submit an alternate pick in case their original game is cancelled. Because backup picks are not applied automatically, commissioners must manually substitute them through Member Pick Maintenance when needed.