On Rotations, tap New lineup, choose a lineup type (Standard, Triangle / 3-Middle or Texas) and a setter system (5-1, 6-2, 5-2 or 4-2). Rotato fills the serve order from your players' positions, sets up subs and liberos, and builds all six rotations, which you can then change.
Which combinations does Rotato support?
Standard works with all four setter systems; Triangle / 3-Middle works with a 5-1 or 6-2; Texas is a 6-2 system.
| Lineup type | 5-1 | 6-2 | 5-2 | 4-2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Triangle / 3-Middle | Yes | Yes | – | – |
| Texas | – | Yes | – | – |
What does each system set up?
Standard 5-1
One setter sets in all six rotations, with the right side opposite her in the serve order. Outsides and middles sit opposite each other, and the libero takes the back-row middle.
Standard 6-2
Two setters opposite each other in the serve order. Whichever setter is in the back row sets; when a setter rotates to the front row, a right side subs in for her. Each setter goes out and comes back in once, so that's four substitutions every time through the six rotations.
Standard 5-2
Two setters opposite each other, and both stay on the court with no subs. The back-row setter sets, and the front-row setter plays right side, attacking and blocking. They trade jobs every three rotations.
Standard 4-2
Two setters opposite each other, and the one in the front row sets. It's simple to run and common with younger teams, though it leaves only two front-row attackers.
Triangle / 3-Middle
Three middles in every other spot of the serve order, so there's always a middle in the front row. With a 5-1 the other spots are the setter and two outsides, and the libero replaces back-row middles (or an outside). With a 6-2, the second setter comes in for a back-row middle so a back-row setter is always available.
Texas
Two setters follow the right sides in the serve order. When a middle rotates to the back row, a setter subs in for that middle and sets; when the spot comes back to the front row, the middle returns. The libero takes a back-row outside instead of a middle.
Want the background first? Read 5-1 vs 6-2.
Make a new lineup
- Pick the team. On Rotations, make sure the right team is selected at the top.
- New lineup. Open the lineup menu and tap New lineup.
- Choose the type and system. Pick the lineup type and setter system. Rotato fills each spot with the best fit from your roster by primary position, then secondary position.
- Check the serve order. Tap Edit to see Serve order, Substitutions, Liberos and Rules. Swap any player into any spot.
- Save. Tap Save. All six rotations update.
How do I edit a lineup?
Tap Edit on the lineup panel. You can change who's in each spot of the serve order and their role, add or remove substitutions, set up liberos, and pick the rulebook. Spot 1 serves first.
Which rulebook does a lineup use?
School programs start with NFHS rules and club programs with USAV, and you can switch a lineup to NCAA or adjust the numbers. Those rules set how many liberos you can list, whether the libero may serve, and the substitution limit per set. Confirm them against your state association or region, because they vary.
Can I have more than one lineup?
Yes. A team can have several lineups, for example a 5-1 and a 6-2, or a lineup for when a starter is out. Use the lineup menu to switch, rename, duplicate or delete.
What happens if I change the system on a lineup I've already set up?
Changing the lineup type or setter system rebuilds the lineup, so Rotato warns you first and tells you how many dragged positions would be reset. Duplicate the lineup first if you want to keep the old one.
Can I set default systems for my program?
With the Program plan, Settings › Default systems lets you pick the lineup type, setter system and defense that new lineups in a program start with. Existing lineups don't change.