{"id":33039,"date":"2024-02-08T12:25:43","date_gmt":"2024-02-08T12:25:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hivepress.io\/?p=33039"},"modified":"2024-08-16T18:00:27","modified_gmt":"2024-08-16T18:00:27","slug":"create-a-wordpress-local-sports-directory","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hivepress.io\/blog\/create-a-wordpress-local-sports-directory\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Create a Local Sports Directory with WordPress [Free]"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>More and more people are adopting healthy lifestyles. As a result, the demand for different sports experiences and the number of sports clubs is growing. With this in mind, creating a local sports directory website where people can find sports activities in their neighborhood seems like a profitable business idea, doesn&#8217;t it? In this tutorial, we&#8217;ll show you how to do it easily using WordPress. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let&#8217;s get started!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<nav class=\"post__links\"><ol class=\"content-box\"><li><a href=\"#definition\">What is a Local Sports Directory?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#prerequisites\">Prerequisites for Creating a Sports Directory<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#tutorial\">How to Build a Sports Club Directory<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#monetization\">Monetizing Your Directory<\/a><\/li><\/ol><\/nav>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"definition\">What is a Local Sports Directory?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A local sports directory is an online platform that collects information about different sports clubs, making it easier for people to find and connect with the ones that match their interests, budget, and location. These directories typically provide details about the sports offered, club facilities, membership options, and contact information.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"639\" src=\"https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/example-home-1024x639.jpg\" alt=\"WordPress local sports directory website.\" class=\"wp-image-33041\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/example-home-1024x639.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/example-home-300x187.jpg 300w, https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/example-home-768x479.jpg 768w, https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/example-home.jpg 1419w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"prerequisites\">Prerequisites for Creating a Sports Directory<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To create a local sports directory, you&#8217;ll need to have some things in place. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Domain name<\/strong> &#8211; aim for a unique domain name;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Hosting plan<\/strong> &#8211; you can check our article on <a href=\"https:\/\/hivepress.io\/blog\/overview-of-the-best-wordpress-hosting-providers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">WordPress hosting providers<\/a> and choose one from the list;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>WordPress installation<\/strong> &#8211; a one-click WordPress installation is offered by most hosting providers;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Directory plugin <\/strong>&#8211; you need a plugin that will power all the necessary functionality on your website <em>(check our <a href=\"https:\/\/hivepress.io\/blog\/best-wordpress-directory-plugins\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">best directory plugins<\/a> list); <\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Directory theme<\/strong> &#8211; finally, a suitable directory WordPress theme is needed <em>(check our list of <a href=\"https:\/\/hivepress.io\/blog\/best-free-wordpress-directory-themes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">free WordPress directory themes<\/a>).<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In this tutorial, we\u2019ll use <a href=\"https:\/\/hivepress.io\/themes\/listinghive\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ListingHive<\/a>, a free modern directory WordPress theme, paired with <a href=\"https:\/\/hivepress.io\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">HivePress<\/a>, a free multipurpose directory plugin that will handle all the necessary features on your local sports directory website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tutorial\">How to Build a Sports Club Directory<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Okay, can start building our website. The first step is to install the theme and all the necessary plugins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Installing ListingHive &amp; HivePress<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To install ListingHive, visit the <strong>Appearance &gt; Themes &gt; Add New Theme<\/strong> page, then use the search box to find it and proceed by installing and activating the theme.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"961\" height=\"657\" src=\"https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/installing-LH.jpg\" alt=\"Installing ListingHive.\" class=\"wp-image-33042\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/installing-LH.jpg 961w, https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/installing-LH-300x205.jpg 300w, https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/installing-LH-768x525.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 961px) 100vw, 961px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>After the ListingHive installation, you\u2019ll get a suggestion to install HivePress, a plugin that will power most of the website\u2019s features. Simply click on the recommended link and install it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Installing Extensions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Good, now we have the theme and the core plugin in place. Still, you may want to install some extensions depending on the functionality you\u2019re aiming for. There are more than 15 <a href=\"https:\/\/hivepress.io\/extensions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">HivePress extensions<\/a> that are fully compatible with each other, and you can find them in the <strong>WordPress Dashboard > HivePress > Extensions <\/strong>section. For example, let\u2019s install the following ones:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Geolocation<\/strong> &#8211; adds the location-based search, allowing users to search for clubs based on their location;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Messages <\/strong>&#8211; enables users to send private messages;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Favorites <\/strong>&#8211; allows users to keep a list of favorite listings;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Reviews <\/strong>&#8211; allows users to rate and review listings;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Claim Listings<\/strong> &#8211; users will be able to claim listings, enabling them to edit details, reply to messages, etc.;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Opening Hours <\/strong>&#8211; allows users to indicate when sports clubs are open.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"433\" src=\"https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/extensions-1024x433.jpg\" alt=\"Installing HivePress add-ons.\" class=\"wp-image-33043\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/extensions-1024x433.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/extensions-300x127.jpg 300w, https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/extensions-768x325.jpg 768w, https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/extensions.jpg 1322w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>To install an extension, click the <strong>Install<\/strong> button. Then, activate the extension.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Going Through Settings<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s essential to properly set up your directory, so before jumping into the creation process, we\u2019ll go through some settings in the <strong>HivePress &gt; Settings<\/strong> section. For example, if we uncheck the listing submission option in the <strong>Listings<\/strong> tab, the admin will be the only person who can add listings to the directory. However, if you want other users to be able to submit listings, too, keep this box checked.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"743\" height=\"233\" src=\"https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/submission.jpg\" alt=\"Setting up listings in HivePress.\" class=\"wp-image-33044\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/submission.jpg 743w, https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/submission-300x94.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 743px) 100vw, 743px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Once you&#8217;ve reviewed all the settings in the <strong>Listings<\/strong> tab, you can go to the <strong>Users<\/strong> tab. Here, we recommend enabling email verification to ensure all registered users are real.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"909\" height=\"308\" src=\"https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/users-tab.jpg\" alt=\"Setting up users tab in HivePress settings.\" class=\"wp-image-33045\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/users-tab.jpg 909w, https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/users-tab-300x102.jpg 300w, https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/users-tab-768x260.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 909px) 100vw, 909px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Now, if you installed the<strong> Geolocation<\/strong> extension in the previous step, it must also be configured. In the <strong>Geolocation<\/strong> tab, you can choose between Google Maps and Mapbox as your map providers, but we recommend selecting Mapbox because it\u2019s easier to set up. To set everything up, please <a href=\"https:\/\/help.hivepress.io\/article\/115-how-to-get-a-mapbox-api-key\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">refer to this doc<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"356\" src=\"https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/geoloc-1024x356.jpg\" alt=\"Setting up geolocation functionality.\" class=\"wp-image-33046\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/geoloc-1024x356.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/geoloc-300x104.jpg 300w, https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/geoloc-768x267.jpg 768w, https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/geoloc.jpg 1032w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Please note that we have shown you only a few sections, but with the addition of new extensions, the number of settings tabs will increase. Therefore, we recommend going through all of them in detail to make sure that your local sports directory works in the way you want.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Adding Listing Categories<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To make your site easier to navigate, the next step is to divide your local sports directory into different listing categories. There are no pre-made categories in ListingHive, so you can feel free to create as many custom ones as you need to. To do it, go to <strong>Listings > Categories<\/strong>. Here, you can name your category, provide a description, and upload a category image. Additionally, if necessary, you can create a hierarchy by setting a parent category. Click <strong>Add Category<\/strong> to finish.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"784\" height=\"545\" src=\"https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/category.jpg\" alt=\"Adding listing categories on the HivePress-built website.\" class=\"wp-image-33047\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/category.jpg 784w, https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/category-300x209.jpg 300w, https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/category-768x534.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 784px) 100vw, 784px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Similarly, you can create many different categories. Everything depends on your website niche and requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Adding Custom Listing Fields<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>With HivePress, you can create an unlimited number of custom listing fields and search filters for any purpose. Let\u2019s go to <strong>Listings &gt; Attributes &gt; Add New <\/strong>and try to create an essential field such as \u201cBasic Membership Cost\u201d as an example. Firstly, you need to write the field\u2019s name. Then there are three sections:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Editing<\/strong> \u2013 in this section, you can define whether your field can be edited via the front-end by marking it as editable. Also, here, you can select the field type <em>(for this field, we\u2019ll choose the \u201cNumber\u201d field type).\u00a0<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Search<\/strong> \u2013 here, you can turn your field into a search filter. We&#8217;ll mark our field as filterable and sortable to allow site visitors to filter and sort listings by price. We&#8217;ll also use the \u201cNumber Range\u201d search field type to allow filtering results by price range.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Display<\/strong> \u2013 in the last section, you define how your custom field will appear on listing pages. For instance, we\u2019ll assign it to <strong>Block (primary)<\/strong> and <strong>Page (primary)<\/strong> and use this display format: <em><code>%label%: $%value%<\/code> (please check this doc to learn more about <a href=\"https:\/\/help.hivepress.io\/article\/75-how-to-add-listing-attributes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">customizing custom fields<\/a>).<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"827\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/field-827x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Adding custom listing fields.\" class=\"wp-image-33048\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/field-827x1024.jpg 827w, https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/field-242x300.jpg 242w, https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/field-768x951.jpg 768w, https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/field.jpg 856w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 827px) 100vw, 827px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Once you finish customizing your custom fields, simply click on the <strong>Publish<\/strong> button. Feel free to add as many listing fields and search filters as you need for your website. Simply follow the same steps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Creating a Homepage<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Now it\u2019s time to design a homepage for your local sports directory. To create a new page, go to <strong>Pages > Add New Page<\/strong> and type in its name. Then, start adding different blocks, such as \u201cListing Search Form\u201d and \u201cListing Categories\u201d. You can type \u201cHivePress\u201d in the search bar to see all available HivePress blocks. Also, you can customize blocks in the settings column to the right. When finished, press <strong>Publish<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"470\" src=\"https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/home-1024x470.jpg\" alt=\"Adding a homepage website.\" class=\"wp-image-33049\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/home-1024x470.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/home-300x138.jpg 300w, https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/home-768x352.jpg 768w, https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/home-1536x705.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/home.jpg 1877w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>After this, head to the <strong>WP Dashboard > Settings > Reading<\/strong> section and select this page as the website\u2019s front page.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"628\" height=\"266\" src=\"https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/reading.jpg\" alt=\"Setting up a homepage.\" class=\"wp-image-33050\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/reading.jpg 628w, https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/reading-300x127.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 628px) 100vw, 628px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Adding a Sports Club Listing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, let&#8217;s check the work done and try to add the very first sports club listing. You, as an admin, can do it from the back-end by going to <strong>Listings > Add New<\/strong> or via the front-end <em>(if the front-end listing submission is enabled)<\/em>. Let\u2019s do it from the front-end. First, provide the listing title and assign it to the corresponding category. Also, you need to upload the listing images.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"573\" src=\"https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/adding-listing-1-1024x573.jpg\" alt=\"Adding a listing.\" class=\"wp-image-33051\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/adding-listing-1-1024x573.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/adding-listing-1-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/adding-listing-1-768x430.jpg 768w, https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/adding-listing-1.jpg 1444w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>After this, you need to fill in all the previously created custom fields and add the description in order to provide users with comprehensive information about the club or sports activity. By the way, if you installed the <strong>Opening Hours<\/strong> extension, users will be able to indicate when the club is open.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"652\" src=\"https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/adding-listing-2-1024x652.jpg\" alt=\"A listing submission form.\" class=\"wp-image-33052\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/adding-listing-2-1024x652.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/adding-listing-2-300x191.jpg 300w, https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/adding-listing-2-768x489.jpg 768w, https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/adding-listing-2.jpg 1309w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>When everything\u2019s ready, hit <strong>Submit Listing<\/strong>. Next, you have to approve the listing request in the  <strong>WP Dashboard > Listing<\/strong> section to make this listing visible on the site.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"953\" height=\"837\" src=\"https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/listing-added.jpg\" alt=\"An example of a sports listing.\" class=\"wp-image-33053\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/listing-added.jpg 953w, https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/listing-added-300x263.jpg 300w, https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/listing-added-768x675.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 953px) 100vw, 953px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>That&#8217;s how it works! Now let&#8217;s jump into the next section, where we&#8217;ll show you how to make money with your local sports directory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"monetization\">Monetizing Your Directory<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s briefly cover two main ways of monetization depending on the model of your directory:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Paid Listings<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you allow front-end listing submission, the best option is to charge users for adding listings and making them featured. To do this, you need to install the free <strong>HivePress Paid Listings<\/strong> extension. Once you install it, you&#8217;ll be able to create different listing packages, so users have to choose at least one package to add a new listing.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"459\" src=\"https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/packages-1024x459.jpg\" alt=\"Adding listing packages.\" class=\"wp-image-33054\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/packages-1024x459.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/packages-300x134.jpg 300w, https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/packages-768x344.jpg 768w, https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/packages-1536x689.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/packages.jpg 1809w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Claiming Listings<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you use a different model on your website and don&#8217;t allow the fron-end listing submission, then the &#8220;claiming&#8221; monetization model <em>(like Yelp does) <\/em>is just for you. You, as an admin, add sports club listings and all the information about them. Then, with the <strong>HivePress Claim Listings<\/strong> extension, you can charge users <em>(sports club owners)<\/em> for claiming listings, which grants them access to editing and replying to user reviews &amp; messages, etc. It\u2019s a win-win monetization model because business owners will be able to manage their listings directly and communicate with customers, while you will always have up-to-date information on your local sports directory.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"517\" height=\"236\" src=\"https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/claim-listing.jpg\" alt=\"Claiming listings.\" class=\"wp-image-33055\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/claim-listing.jpg 517w, https:\/\/hivepress.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/claim-listing-300x137.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 517px) 100vw, 517px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>If you want to learn more about different monetization models, you can check our article on the best <a href=\"https:\/\/hivepress.io\/blog\/how-to-monetize-a-wordpress-directory-website\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">directory website monetization models<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final Words<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Congrats! Now you know how to make your own local sports directory using WordPress. We hope this article was helpful and that the tips provided above will assist you in launching your site. 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