Tier System
Understanding the league tier classification system
Tier System
The AltSportsLeagues tier system classifies leagues based on their data quality, market potential, and integration readiness.
How Tiers Work
Each league receives a score from 0–1000 based on 6 dimensions:
| Dimension | Weight | What It Measures |
|---|---|---|
| Market Potential | 25% | Fan base, media coverage, commercial viability |
| Data Quality | 20% | Completeness, accuracy, format standardization |
| Betting Readiness | 20% | Market types, odds availability, settlement speed |
| Fan Engagement | 15% | Social media, streaming, attendance metrics |
| Operational Maturity | 10% | Season consistency, governance, track record |
| Risk Deductions | 10% | Integrity concerns, regulatory issues |
Tier Breakdown
Tier 1 (800–1000) — Premium
Full data coverage with live feeds, proven betting markets, large fan base. Examples: WSL, SLS, PBR.
Tier 2 (600–799) — Established
Good data quality with growing market presence. May lack some live data capabilities. Examples: NLL, MASL.
Tier 3 (400–599) — Emerging
Promising leagues building data infrastructure. Suitable for early-adopter sportsbooks.
Tier 4 (0–399) — Early Stage
New or ultra-niche leagues. Data may be limited but opportunity exists for first-mover advantage.
Using Tiers in Your Integration
Filter leagues by tier to match your risk appetite:
# Only premium and established leagues
GET /v1/leagues?tier=1&tier=2
# Emerging opportunities
GET /v1/leagues?tier=3&status=active