Apple Maps Listing
Learn how to set up and optimize your Apple Maps business listing to drive more local calls, directions, and bookings for your basketball facility.
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Learn how to set up and optimize your Apple Maps business listing to drive more local calls, directions, and bookings for your basketball facility.
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Apple Maps is used by millions of iPhone users—and for parents searching nearby basketball training options, your presence here can be a game changer. This guide walks you step-by-step through creating and optimizing your Apple Maps listing using Apple Business Connect. By the end, you’ll have a verified, professional listing that links directly to your CoachIQ website or booking page.
Create an Apple Business Connect Account
Click Get Started and sign in with your Apple ID.
Tip: Create a business-only Apple ID—don’t use your personal account.
Follow the prompts to set up your Business Connect account.
Enter your business name and primary contact details.
Claim or Add Your Business Location
Search for your facility in the Apple Maps directory.
If it appears, click Claim this place.
If not, select Add new location.
Fill in your business details:
Name: Keep it brand-focused (avoid keyword stuffing).
Address: Use your facility’s physical location.
Phone: Business line only (ideally your CoachIQ SMS redirect line).
Website: Link to your CoachIQ booking page or website.
Category: Choose options like Basketball Club, Sports Training, or Sports Complex.
Hours & Service Area: Include details if you serve clients beyond your facility.
Verify Your Business Apple requires verification to confirm ownership. Options include:
Phone call to your business line
Email confirmation to your business email
Document upload like a utility bill or lease agreement
Note: Apple is strict—follow instructions exactly to avoid delays.
Optimize Your Profile Once verified, complete the rest of your profile to boost engagement:
Include a clear, concise summary of what you do and who you serve.
Example: “We offer private and small group basketball training for youth and high school athletes in Carlsbad, CA. Our programs focus on skill development, performance, and mentorship.”
Upload high-quality, relevant visuals:
Logo (square format)
Cover photo
Interior shots of your facility
Training sessions or athlete action shots
Add buttons like Book Now, Call, or Visit Website.
Link directly to your CoachIQ booking page or evaluation session.
Track and Improve Your Listing In your Apple Business Connect dashboard, monitor:
Profile views
Website and call clicks
Search volume and discovery Use this data to adjust your photos, description, or call-to-action links for better performance.
Keep your Name, Address, and Phone Number (NAP) consistent across Google, Yelp, Facebook, and CoachIQ.
Update hours during season changes or new program launches.
Add fresh photos monthly to show your business is active.
Opening a new location? Add it under the same Business Connect account.
✅ Apple Business Connect account created
✅ Business location claimed or added
✅ Accurate name, phone, address, and website
✅ Photos uploaded (logo, facility, training)
✅ Business category and hours filled in
✅ Booking or website link added
✅ Verification completed
✅ Profile optimized and reviewed monthly
A properly set up Apple Maps listing can be a powerful tool to get discovered by local parents and athletes. Take 30 minutes to do it right—and make it part of your local SEO strategy.
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