Knowledge Base
Glossary
Plain-English definitions for the terminology used across Stadium View.
- Asian Handicap
- A handicap betting system that removes the draw option and can split the handicap into two parts.
- Bankroll
- The total money you set aside for betting activities.
- Bet Slip
- A digital record that lists your selected bets, stake, and potential payout.
- Bonus
- Extra funds added to your account, often requiring you to meet wagering conditions before withdrawal.
- Bookmaker
- The company that sets the odds and accepts bets on sporting events.
- Cash Out
- A feature allowing you to settle a bet before the event ends, securing a profit or limiting a loss.
- Edge
- The perceived advantage a bettor believes they have over the bookmaker’s odds.
- Free Bet
- A promotional credit you can use to place a bet, usually with certain conditions attached.
- Futures
- A bet placed on the outcome of a tournament, award, or season before it concludes.
- In-Play Betting
- Placing bets after a match has started, with odds that update as the game progresses.
- Juice
- The commission a sportsbook includes in the odds, ensuring they make a profit on each bet.
- Moneyline
- A bet on which team will win the match outright, with odds shown as a positive or negative number.
- Odds
- The number that tells you how much you can win relative to your stake.
- Over/Under
- A bet on whether the total number of goals or points in a match will be higher or lower than a set line.
- Parlay
- A single bet that combines two or more selections; all must win for the bet to pay out.
- Point Spread
- A handicap given to the favorite team to level the betting field between two sides.
- Prop Bet
- A wager on a specific event inside a match, such as which player scores first.
- Responsible Gambling
- Tools and practices that help you stay in control of your betting and avoid addiction.
- Rollover
- The requirement to wager the total of your deposit and bonus a set number of times.
- Square
- A casual or recreational bettor who often follows public opinion rather than data.
- Stake
- The amount of money you risk on a bet.
- Value Bet
- A bet where the odds offered are higher than the true probability of the outcome, giving you an edge.
- Wagering Requirement
- The number of times you must bet a bonus amount before you can withdraw any winnings.