Post-event status
Mark a player as present, late or absent after the event.
After training
TrainingU12
U12 training
SP 33 pitch
17:00 – 18:30
May
6
Attendance
CompletedJCJames CarterPresent
LWLiam WalkerPresent
NBNoah BennettLate
OHOliver HayesAbsent
2
Present
1
Late
1
Absent
Feature
Player attendance list
After a training session, match or tournament, record who was present, late or absent. Event history builds a clear attendance record for the team.
- Present, late or absent
- Team attendance
- History with the player
A notebook doesn't show who really trains
Ticking names on paper works for one session. A month later, it is hard to see who attends regularly, how often somebody was late and which absences belonged to a particular event.
Actual attendance recorded after the event
When the event ends, the coach completes the team list and records the actual outcome: present, late or absent. The availability response submitted beforehand remains separate and never replaces this record.
- Actual attendance marked after the event.
- Late arrivals kept separate from absences.
- Team attendance summarised in one place.
- Attendance history saved with the player.
What the attendance list gives you
See an attendance summary and catch drops.
Player history
Attendance stays with the player and the team.
Player attendance
Recent events · U12
| Player | 6.05 | 9.05 | 13.05 | 16.05 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| James Carter | ||||
| Liam Walker | ||||
| Noah Bennett | ||||
| Oliver Hayes |
Average attendance
75%
The whole team list
Complete the record from one view without re-entering player names.
Tied to the calendar
Attendance belongs to a specific event.
Availability kept separate
A plan made before a match is not confused with actual attendance afterwards.
Record attendance after a specific session
Open the completed event and check its team and date. The coach or authorised staff member records what actually happened on the pitch, independently of the family's earlier response.
For example, a player confirms participation but arrives after training starts. The response remains pre-event information; the register records them as late. Expected participation and actual attendance stay distinct.
- Check the team, date and event participants.
- Record present, late or absent according to actual participation.
- Review anyone without a status; missing records need checking.
- Correct mistakes at the relevant event. See the attendance recording guide.
Understand attendance statuses
A status describes participation in one event. It is not a judgement of commitment or a call-up decision. A reason for absence and the fact of participation are different pieces of information.
Family responses help prepare the list but do not prove participation. If the app suggests a status from a response, staff still need to check it against the actual event.
- Present: the player actually participated.
- Late: the player participated but arrived after the start.
- Absent: the player did not participate.
- Not recorded: the status is incomplete; do not treat it as confirmed absence.
Use a player's attendance history
History lets you return to particular sessions and matches. Before speaking with a family, check the period, recorded statuses and completeness of events. A percentage alone does not explain absence.
This page explains recording after an event. If you are choosing a tool, see the training attendance app. For paper or spreadsheets, use the Excel/PDF template.
Who it's for
Coach
Records the outcome after each event and tracks attendance without a notebook.
Club coordinator
Compares team attendance and sees where it drops.
Parent / player
The history reflects what actually happened at training sessions and matches.
How you record attendance
Open the completed event
Choose a training session, match or tournament from the calendar.
Go through the team list
See the players assigned to that team.
Record the actual status
Mark each player as present, late or absent.
Check attendance
Analyse the summary and history.
FAQ
Questions about attendance
Is the attendance list the same as availability?
No. Availability is a response before an event. After the event, the coach records whether each player was present, late or absent.
How do I record player attendance?
Open the event and mark each player’s status on the existing list. There is no need to copy names.
Can I check an individual player’s attendance?
Yes. Attendance history is linked to each player, so you can see how regularly they take part in training and matches.
Who records actual attendance?
The coach or an authorised staff member records it after the event. Parents and players submit availability responses beforehand.
Track attendance without a notebook
Create an account and see how quickly you can record the team's actual attendance after every event.
- No card required
- One team free
- Works on phone and desktop
Related features and topics
Player availability before a matchThe separate stage for collecting responses before an event.Football training attendance appThe whole attendance perspective.Free attendance sheet template (Excel and PDF)A ready-made sheet, the weekly routine and how to count attendance.Calendar of training sessions and matchesAttendance tied to an event.How to check player attendanceStep-by-step instructions.Player statisticsAttendance next to minutes, goals and assists in the team table.