padel stats
Padel stats to track
The four stats that actually matter for padel players are: ELO rating, win/loss record, matches played, and head-to-head against your most frequent opponents. Volley tracks all four automatically. Other stats (set differential, point differential, average match duration) are interesting but less actionable.
Why this matters for padel players
Most Padel players who track stats fall into two camps: the casual ones who want to know if they're getting better, and the competitive ones who want to know exactly how they stack up against rivals. The same numbers serve both groups, but the framing is different.
How Volley tracks this automatically
The way Volley handles this: tap to score during the match, the stats compute automatically once the match ends, and you can review them any time from your profile. Same flow for all 9 sports the app supports.
Tips for improving
The single biggest lever for improving any of these stats is who you play against. Stronger opponents teach you more per match (and push your rating up more per win). Same-level opponents give you the most reliable feedback on your current form.
Frequently asked questions
How often does my padel rating update?
After every match. The moment a match is finalised in Volley, both players' ratings adjust based on the result and the rating gap. You see the change immediately.
What's the best app to track padel stats?
Volley. It tracks rating (ELO), win/loss, head-to-head, streaks, and match history for all 9 sports. Free on iOS and Android, works offline.