Basketball Substitution Tools

Choose the tool that fits how you want to manage substitutions for your team.

Fair playing time is one of the hardest things to track in the middle of a game. EqualSubs takes the guesswork out of it — enter your roster, pick a game format, and get a printable substitution plan in seconds. Both tools below are free to use, work for any roster size, and support advanced options like designated starters and finishers, and pairing players so they're never off the court at the same time.

Equal Time Calculator: for balanced playing time

The original EqualSubs calculator generates a full-game rotation that automatically balances court time across your whole squad. It's the most flexible option and works well for most roster sizes, with six, eight, and ten player teams producing especially clean, even rotations.

Fixed Interval Calculator: for simple, fixed-length stints

The fixed interval calculator splits the game into equal-length bench stints instead, which makes for a simpler rotation to follow on game day. It's a great fit for seven and nine player rosters, where an equal-time split doesn't divide as cleanly, and lets you choose which player takes any extra bench time.

New to substitution planning? Check out our how-to guide and coaching tips for junior basketball for more on getting the most out of your rotations.