# Currencies

Sport.Fun uses multiple currencies depending on mode and product. This page explains what each is for, when you’ll see it, and how it connects to competing and winning.

## TL;DR

**Tournament Points (TP)**

* Is the reward currency of the game. It is used to open up Player Packs. TP is earned based on your performance in the tournament with your squad picks
  * **Free to Play:** You are given starter TP, then earn more TP by winning tournaments
  * **Pro:** You can only earn TP by winning tournaments

**Gold**

* Used to buy shares of players (build and adjust your squad)
* You can gain more gold by selling shares you own
* **On Pro**, Gold is 1:1 conversion with USDC (Base)
  * To start on Pro you must deposit these funds into your game wallet

**$FUN**

* $FUN is an ecosystem token used across the platform economy for additional incentives

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### Tournament Points (TP)

**What it's for**

TP is your tournament reward currency. It powers the Player Pack opening experience, which can help you add to your squad and push for stronger tournament results.

**Loop**: Compete, earn TP, open packs, strengthen squad, compete again.

**How you get TP**

TP is earned primarily through your tournament performances. There may also be opportunities to earn TP through other methods such as community engagement, $FUN incentives, and other platform initiatives.

**Why It Matters**

TP reflects performance and progression, the better you play, the faster you level up your tournament power.

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### Gold

**What it's for**

Gold is the main currency used for competitive gameplay actions, especially buying and selling player shares to build and adjust your squad.

**Why it matters**

Gold is what you use to execute your strategy:

* rotate squads
* respond to form and fixtures
* position for tournaments and rewards

**Important Reminders**

* Fees can apply when buying and selling shares
* Prices can move, timing matters for tournament eligibility and outcomes

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### $FUN

**What it's for**

$FUN supports the Sport.Fun ecosystem economy and incentives.

**Why it matters**

$FUN is designed to strengthen the platform’s reward and incentive flywheel, aligning activity, competition, and long-term ecosystem growth.

If you are here for $FUN specifically:

* Start with $FUN Overview
* Then read the Whitepaper and MiCA Whitepaper

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Common Mistakes

* Treating TP like the main competitive currency
* Ignoring fees when planning buys and sells
* Buying without understanding tournament snapshots and reward timing
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