King of the Court
Defend court 1 — or fight your way up to it.
All the action centres on court 1. Winners stay and defend; losers rotate out. Whoever holds court 1 longest wins the night.
Players
8 – 16 players
Duration
45 – 90 minutes
Scoring
Each round won on court 1 = 1 crown. Most crowns wins.
How King of the Court works
- Court 1 = the king's court. Winners stay, losers rotate.
- Other courts run challenger matches; winners advance toward court 1.
- Short, fixed-time matches keep the rotation moving.
Why organisers love it
- High-energy, easy to spectate and cheer.
- Quick rounds — perfect for one-hour slots.
- Naturally rewards both consistency and big wins.
Best for
Energetic club evenings, end-of-season showcases, group warm-ups.