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# Set up a Hat event

Prepare player registration, applications, hat teams, exports, and the schedule for a hat event.

In a hat event, players apply individually and the organizer creates event-only teams. Hat teams do not belong to clubs.

## Set up player requirements

1. Configure the [player survey and waivers](/organizers-all-event-types/set-up-player-surveys-waivers.md).
2. Configure any player fees in [Set up event fees](/organizers-all-event-types/set-up-event-fees.md).
3. Check the player-facing registration route before sharing the event.

## Review applications

Use [Manage player applications](/organizers-hat-events/manage-player-applications.md) to review pending applications. Successful online payments accept applications automatically; external payments are recorded from **Fees**.

## Build Hat teams

After players are `Accepted`, use [Build Hat teams](/organizers-hat-events/build-teams.md) to create the event's teams and arrange players between them.

## Export registration data

Use [Export applications and rosters](/organizers-all-event-types/export-applications-rosters.md) when you need CSV files for application details or final team rosters.

## Build the competition

Create and publish the event's bracket and schedule after the teams are ready. Continue to [Build and publish a schedule](/organizers-all-event-types/build-publish-schedule.md).