Knowledge Base
Glossary
Plain-English definitions for the terminology used across Coach's Corner.
- Asian Handicap
- A handicap that eliminates the draw outcome and splits bets into two halves, used to balance uneven matchups.
- Bankroll
- The total amount of money you have set aside for betting.
- Both Teams to Score (BTTS)
- A bet on whether each side will score at least one goal during the match.
- Cash Out
- A feature that lets you settle a bet before the match ends, either securing a profit or limiting a loss.
- Correct Score
- A wager that predicts the exact final score of a match.
- Draw No Bet
- A bet where you pick a team to win; if the match ends in a draw, your stake is refunded.
- First Goal Scorer
- A bet on which player will score the opening goal of the match.
- Free Bet
- A token provided by the sportsbook that lets you place a bet without risking your own money.
- Futures
- A bet placed on an outcome that will be decided later, like which team will win the World Cup.
- Half-Time/Full-Time
- A combined bet on the outcome at halftime and at the end of the match.
- In-Play Betting
- Betting on a match while it is ongoing, with odds that update as the game progresses.
- Juice (Vigorish)
- The commission that the sportsbook takes on a bet, usually built into the odds.
- Kelly Criterion
- A mathematical formula that calculates the optimal size of a bet based on your edge and bankroll.
- KYC (Know Your Customer)
- The process of verifying a bettor’s identity to prevent fraud and ensure legal age compliance.
- Moneyline
- A straightforward bet on which team will win the match, with odds showing how much you win per $100 wagered.
- Odds
- The numerical value that indicates how likely an event is to happen and how much you can win.
- Over/Under
- A bet on whether the total number of goals scored in a match will be higher or lower than a set figure.
- Parlay
- A single bet that combines two or more selections; all must win for the bet to pay out, offering higher odds.
- Payout
- The total amount you receive when a bet wins, including your original stake plus profit.
- Prop Bet
- A wager on a specific event within a match, such as which player scores first or how many yellow cards are shown.
- Self-Exclusion
- A tool that allows you to voluntarily block yourself from betting on the site for a set period.
- Spread
- A handicap given to the underdog and an advantage to the favorite to make the odds more balanced.
- Stake
- The amount of money you place on a bet.
- Wagering Requirement
- The number of times you must bet a bonus amount before you can withdraw any winnings.