GroupMe - Chat & share messages

Introducing GroupMe

GroupMe is a free and straightforward tool to maintain contact with your important connections. Whether it's family, roommates, friends, coworkers, or various groups like teams, Greek Life, bands, faith groups, events, or vacations, GroupMe has got you covered. It was praised as a "lifechanger... utterly indispensable" by Gizmodo.

Features

- Engage in conversations immediately by adding individuals to a group using their phone number or email address; new members can start chatting via SMS right away.

- Take control of your notifications by deciding when and what type to receive. You have the power to silence specific chats, the entire app, or exit group chats.

- Express yourself beyond words with our unique selection of emojis.

- Access a world of online content within your group, including sharing meme images, searching and sending GIFs, and viewing URL shared content directly in the chat.

- Preserve memories by utilizing the gallery to easily browse through photos and videos shared in your group, presently or in the future.

- Experience direct messaging for one-on-one interactions incorporating all the features you appreciate from group chats, but enhanced for personal conversations.

- Stay connected regardless of location, even from your computer at groupme.com. Whether near or far, GroupMe ensures you keep in touch with those who matter most.

Getting Started with Youth Sports on GroupMe 

Sign Up or Log In: Go to GroupMe and sign up for an account if you don’t have one. If you already have an account, simply log in. 

Create a Group Chat: Once logged in, create a new “Group Chat” for your youth sports team. This will be the central hub for all team communications. 

Invite Members: Send out invites to your athletes, coaches, parents and anyone else to join the group chat. You can do this directly within the app by sharing a join link or entering in their phone number.

How to create your GroupMe Event

GroupMe’s calendar feature allows you to schedule draft parties, match viewings, or any other league-related events. Here’s how to set up an event: 

Create an Event: Tap the attachment icon in the chat and select ‘View or create events’. 

Fill Out Details: Enter the event information, such as date, time, and location. 

Send Invites: Group members will be notified and can RSVP directly in the app. 

Reminders: Set reminders to ensure no one misses out on important league activities.

How to share your GroupMe Event

Select the "Share" icon in the top right of the event:

Copy the link and paste anywhere! (email, blog, text message, etc.)

Create and share the QR code! This can be printed out and posted anywhere you want folks to scan and join