Fresh from their Bet Bash 2025 seminar “From Emotion to Execution: The Champion’s Mindset for Sports Betting,” Elliot and Samm explain what separates consistent winners from those trapped by emotion, ego, and poor habits.

They discuss how emotional regulation, discipline, and resilience can turn variance from a threat into a challenge to be managed. This is an episode that will make you rethink how you approach betting, pressure, and performance.

Listen to Episode 94 free now via Apple / Spotify / YouTube (search Smart Betting Club).

Inside the Conversation

Key topics discussed with Elliot and Samm:

• Why emotional control and self-awareness are essential to long-term betting success

• The difference between being the casino and being the gambler

• How to reset your mindset after wins or losses

• The influence of subconscious beliefs about money, self-worth, and luck

• Why lifestyle habits – sleep, exercise, relationships – impact betting results

• How to recognise and stop destructive patterns such as chasing losses or over-staking

• Simple exercises to improve focus, resilience, and recovery

Key Quotes

“You need to see yourself as the casino, not the gambler. The casino doesn’t care about one spin, it cares about the long-term results.” – Elliot Roe

“Our subconscious beliefs around money, worth, and success shape everything, even how we bet.” – Samm Hunter

“Most bettors aren’t aware how much edge they give away through emotion. Tracking those moments is the first step to real improvement.” – Elliot Roe

About the Guests

Elliot Roe is a mindset and performance coach who has worked with world champions, elite athletes, and top-level traders. He is also the creator of the Primed Mind app.
elliotroe.com/success-stories

Samm Hunter is a performance and transformation coach helping individuals break through subconscious barriers to unlock their potential.
primedmind.com/sammhunter

Download the Primed Mind app: www.primedmind.com
Apply for a coaching consultation: Typeform link

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The Smart Betting Club (SBC) has helped serious bettors and professionals since 2006.
We independently review and monitor tipsters, betting strategies, and data-driven systems, helping our members make sustainable profits without bookmaker restrictions.

Inside SBC membership you’ll find:

• Detailed tipster reviews and verified performance reports

• Access to profitable, sharp-friendly strategies

• Educational resources from professional bettors

• Monthly magazines and podcasts covering every corner of betting today

If you’re ready to treat betting as an investment, learn from those who actually win, and build long-term success:

Join SBC today and start improving your betting now.

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That’s exactly what our latest Smart Betting Club member article explores.

The “Facespitter” Idea – A Classic with Lasting Power

Each-way doubles on golf have been around for years. Racing Post tipster Steve Palmer famously called them “facespitters” – those rare, explosive wins when both golfers land in the same week.

But this strategy isn’t just about chasing the dream of a double win. When applied correctly, it offers a consistent, data-driven path to profit that works whether you’re betting with a full online setup or walking into your local shop.

The Smart Angle Behind the Strategy

Using real Weekly Golf Value selections, SBC’s Rowan has been putting this strategy into practice in betting shops, demonstrating how it can deliver steady, long-term returns.

For those still betting online, it’s equally practical. Most bookmakers offering standard golf each-way terms allow doubles, and because these bets don’t typically scream “sharp” – they can also help with account preservation. It’s a smart, sustainable way to bet without triggering limits or restrictions. Until that is a really big ‘Facespitter’ bet lands!

What We Found in the Data

Inside the member article, we break down:

• Why the place market is where much of the real edge lies

• How often success happens: using six years of data, more than 15% of weeks produced four or more placed golfers across both tours

• The odds of the ultimate “facespitter” – when both golfers win in the same week

• The maths behind realistic growth and achievable returns

• Practical advice on how to place these bets in betting shops week after week

The result is a strategy that blends statistical grounding with practical, real-world application – ideal for both restricted bettors and those still betting freely online.

Why This Strategy Still Works in 2025

Unlike many betting angles that have been squeezed out by sharp lines and automation, each-way doubles remain a bookmaker-friendly format that still holds genuine value.

It’s a structure that can produce both explosive upside and steady long-term gains, making it one of the most versatile golf betting strategies available today.

Read the Full Guide

Our full member article explains every step — from the maths and probabilities behind the approach to the real-world examples from Rowan’s own shop bets.

Read the full guide and access all SBC betting strategies when you join today.

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This article explains why the topic of black market betting is everywhere, what the arguments miss, and the simple steps you can take to keep your money safe. PLUS how to find and source more regulated options to bet with.

For even more on this – listen to me chat about it with Tom Brownlee on his recent live podcast where we explore it in greater detail.

Read more on SBC 156 and the content you can enjoy each month as a Smart Betting Club member. 

Black Market Growth & What It Means For Winners

The black market is in the news again due its growth, and different groups are rushing to claim what is happening and why.

Betting is also a political football right now, which is dangerous when politicians and campaigners chase headlines with cheap lines rather than actions that truly help.

Our view is simple, when the legal path is filled with checks and friction, some bettors look for easier routes and that is behind why so many are using black market books.

That shift carries real payment risk for winners – such as many with a Smart Betting Club membership, which is why we published this piece. In short, our advice is to use licensed and trusted operators, to check a licence before you deposit, and to build a wider set of regulated options so you are not tied to one firm.

One issue currently thought is the simple act of finding out if a firm is licensed is not straightforward for many people.

Much clearer signposting, a simple checker – be it a website/app and a public education campaign are needed so anyone can verify a licence in seconds.

Why This Matters Now

You will have seen headlines saying the black market is growing and the debate over it which rages on, especially on X/Twitter.

Some voices call for more tax and more rules, yet many bettors tell us that tighter rules and higher friction have pushed people from regulated sites.

The pattern is familiar, make the legal route harder, and some users try the other path. That does not make it wise, it does explain why this topic keeps returning.

One high profile report published by Yield Sec which made headlines, put illegal operators at roughly 9 percent of Britain’s online market. This shows how a single figure can shape the debate, even though the same report raises more questions than it answers.

Ignoring Affordability Checks – Why?

Once you read beyond the headline, the Yield Sec report leaves key questions unanswered.

Measuring an illegal market is hard by nature, sites appear and disappear, domains are mirrored, users mask location, and a lot of it takes place on instant messenger apps – some of which are encrypted. Payment is taken in the form of cash, crypto or digital wallets. All tough things to accurately gauge the usage of.

We are also cautious because the report suggests that growth is driven by two groups only: self excluded customers and under eighteen year olds.

That ignores everyday routes into unlicensed sites that many mainstream bettors take, including most importantly – the friction from affordability checks and onerous deposit limits.

Licensed books are made to ask for all kinds of intrusive and personal financial documents (and apply limits to what you can bet) whilst black market sites don’t.

Is it any wonder people choose the latter, even if unwittingly so?

By leaving this key driver out from the reasons behind the growth of the black market – you miss the lived reality that pushes people off the regulated path.

Ignoring this point undermined any confidence from us in the conclusions of the Yield Sec report.

The commissioning link to the Campaign for Fairer Gambling also matters (and those behind it and their motivations) so readers should treat the claims with care while independent evidence builds over time.

How to check a UK licence quickly

Putting aside the debate for why the black market has grown of late – we also need to get into how hard it is to find out if a bookmaker is regulated.

Many black market bookmakers present polished websites, and it is easy for a casual customer to assume everything is in order. In practice, it can be hard to tell who is licensed at a glance.

Currently to ascertain this fact, you have to scroll to the footer of the bookmaker website, look for a licence number and a link to the Gambling Commission register.

1. Then you need to open the Public Register, search for the business name and the domain, then confirm that the entry covers remote betting.
2. If you cannot match brand, operator, and domain to the register, then chances are it might be a black market bookmaker.

It might be relatively easy for an experienced bettor to do this – but what chance does someone that doesn’t bet regularly or understand the betting industry have?

Even if they do know that it’s the Gambling Commission who license bookmakers, how then will they know to visit the register and navigate terms such as ‘remote license’ and ‘white label’ to understand what that all means.

In my chat with Tom Brownlee on his live show recently, I gave an example of exploring whether the bookmaker, Bzeebet was licensed in the UK.

A search on the Gambling Commission register for Bzeebet, returned the name of their parent company – AG Communications Limited.

This then lists a Malta address as their head office alongside a list of 87 Domain names.

You have to then scroll through that list of Domain names to find www.bzeebet.com before realising its verified.

This should be simpler for the public.

We support a clear badge that can be verified, and a basic awareness campaign that shows people both how to confirm a licence in plain steps and why betting in the black market is dangerous.

It simply beggars belief that something so simple has not been put into practice as of yet.

Is it any wonder therefore that a black market grows when its users are not made aware of its downsides in plain language? Or why there is no central, easy-to-reference resource that tells them who is legal and who is not?

It’s not good enough to simply trust a logo or a link on a bookmakers website as they are easily and widely copied by black market bookmakers.

There really needs to be an easy to find, central source to display results in plain language and a campaign to inform and educate the public about the dangers of black market betting.

Safer habits for winning bettors

Ultimately the reality for winning bettors is that using the black market is a huge risk.

I understand the temptation of using them – no KYC, affordability checks, deposit limits and often tempting bonuses and welcome offers. Yet it’s important to state that as winning bettors, our chances of getting paid out by an unlicensed firm are lower than an everyday losing bettor.

They might get paid out as the bookmaker believes anything they withdraw will get deposited back with interest in the future (i.e. they will lose more). Yet the bookmaker will be able to quickly identify winning bettors and know that any withdrawals will only be followed by more in the future.

They absolutely do not want to pay you – and many won’t.

In some cases, black market bookmakers are also actively keen not to pay out so word spreads around ‘winners’ not to use them.

The biggest online firms also invest heavily in scoping out multi accounters and abusage of their T&C’s as part of this. They know they are vulnerable and the money they don’t pay on tax, compliance, media rights and the rest is invested into areas like this.

Safest Approach – Explore The Regulated Options

The safest habit for winners is to ignore the black market entirely and look beyond the biggest brands and explore other regulated options.

After all there were 175 regulated, online firms in the UK alone to tackle (OK, many are white labels – but they still offer a plethora of options)

A wider roster gives you better access to markets, more stable account health, and less reliance on any single firm.

Many of these firms also reference the same odds as bigger bookmakers yet without the same oversight or teams or traders to spot shrewd bettors.

That’s not to say they are going to just let you get on what you want, when you want. You will still have to abide by deposit limits, supply documents and of course deal with restrictions and closures if you win too much. Some will be harsher than others on this front. Some will be easier than others on this front. But most are worth trying out.

This gives you options to bet and with some firms it can be worth the effort – especially for an account profiled as ‘square’ or one that starts with a losing run.

Because after all, life does not start and end with bookies that are listed on Oddschecker. There are many more, smaller operators you can legally bet with from the UK alone.

But… Be Sensible

Before you scale up and ramp up with several of these smaller bookies –  our advice is to run small test deposits and withdrawals to confirm that payments work smoothly. Get the account verified and build your confidence and experience in what they offer.

Keep a simple record of balances, limits, terms, and key conversations, and use screenshots and email for anything important.

Withdraw on a schedule, rather than letting balances build without reason. Treat any operator that drags its feet on verification or payments as a warning sign and move on quickly to alternatives that pass the register checks.

Use Trustpilot, AI and internet reviews to gauge whether to use a firm or not – most are fine, yet a few have bad reputations, even as legalised firms.

Yes, we fully recognise that many regulated firms treat customers badly and sometimes don’t play fair or pay out. Those of us in betting long enough have all witnessed this first hand.

Yet the reality is that even in a dispute you are so much more likely to get paid out with a regulated firm than with a black market operator. Some of the latter might pay you out, but most will not and that is especially true if you win particularly large sums or are pinned as a shrewd bettor.

Here at SBC we have also published a guide to navigating bookmaker disputes with regulated firms. It sets out the steps to take, the evidence to keep, and the routes available if a complaint is needed.

We are also working on a bookmaker database for members to help inform on this front further.

In Summary

In the end, the rise of black market betting is not about greed or recklessness. It is a direct response to a system that makes it harder for regular punters to stay on the right side of regulation.

When rules, checks, and friction grow, some people look for shortcuts, often unaware of the risks that follow. Those risks are real, from payment delays to outright loss of funds, and they hit winning bettors hardest.

The solution is not to turn a blind eye, but to make safer choices easier. That means clearer tools to verify bookmaker licences, better education on what regulated betting looks like, and more choice within the legal market.

As bettors, we can take practical steps now: use the Gambling Commission register, test withdrawals early, keep good records, and avoid unlicensed sites entirely.

Staying safe is not just about protecting your balance, it is about protecting your ability to keep winning in the long run.

And that after all is what matters most to those of us who enjoy betting. Winning in the long run.

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Boxing Bets That Pack a Punch

This month we shine a light on the exceptional Hall of Fame boxing tipster, who has delivered a 13.25% ROI over more than 10 years of betting.

Affordable, well-run, advising bets that don’t move in the market and overseen by a bonafide expert bettor, this is a service to check-out!

Access Issue 156 and the entire 19 year back catalogue with a SBC Membership​

Inside This Review:

• The 10+ year betting record that has produced a 13.25% ROI and consistent profits since 2015.
• How professional bettor Greg lives entirely off his betting, and the approach he takes to boxing.
• How his method of mixing singles and parlays creates a potent edge
• Why odds rarely shift even after bets are released, making the service simple to follow.
• Why these bets look recreational to bookmakers and why that matters for account longevity.
• What type of bankroll and staking approach works best with this service.
• Why the subscription cost is kept deliberately low, and why SBC members get 2 months free on top.
• Why this service can complement an existing portfolio, adding diversification without extra workload.

ALSO IN SBC MAGAZINE ISSUE #156

• New Free Tipster for SBC Members – Introducing the Pinnacle Underdog Edge, with a proven record of finding value underdogs at sharp-friendly prices.
• SBC Mailbag – Your questions answered, including:
  • Are “odds-to” services still useful today?
  • What lessons can everyday bettors take from how syndicates operate?
  • What to do when you hit betting limits at firms like Paddy Power.

• Exploring More Bookmakers – Why it pays to go beyond the big names, with Greg’s insight into which smaller firms he personally uses and why.
• Black Market Report Analysis – Our take on the Yield Sec study, what’s driving the so-called “growth of the black market,” and what this really means for everyday bettors.

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​To sign up as a paid SBC member, just click here and follow the registration link.

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His story is not theory, it’s a real-life example of what’s possible when you combine the right tools, discipline, and mindset. Fresh from our major SBC review of Pinnacle Odds Dropper and the Episode 92 discussion with its creator, this episode flips the perspective.

You can listen to Episode 93 FREE now via Apple / Spotify / YouTube and all other major podcast directories (search Smart Betting Club)

If you’re keen to explore the data and learn more about POD, make sure you also check out our in-depth review in SBC Issue #155. Access Issue 155 and the entire 19 year back catalogue with a SBC Membership​

You can also support the SBC Podcast by visiting our podcast sponsor, Matchbook. You can get 150 days, commission free with them via this link.

In episode 93, Franco and I cover:

• His journey from square to sharp – how he discovered arbitrage, EV betting and eventually Pinnacle Odds Dropper.
• The daily routine of a steamer bettor – why volume is king, how he runs 6,000+ bets, and why priming accounts matters.
• Secrets behind his $200k profit – what sports and markets he targets, managing variance, and coping with restrictions.
• How others can do it too – practical insights into priming, choosing soft vs sharp books, and using POD effectively.
• The North American betting boom – why Franco calls this the “golden age” of betting in the US and how bonus offers, sweepstake books and offshore options fit in.
• The mindset required – tracking bets, handling losing months, and building a long-term edge.

This is not just theory, it’s a showcase of sharp betting in practice. Whether you’re in North America or elsewhere, Franco’s story provides invaluable lessons on discipline, software, and the modern betting environment.​

Want to Learn More?

This podcast follows on from our major review of Pinnacle Odds Dropper in SBC Magazine Issue #155. Inside, we dig deep into the data and show exactly how and where POD delivers profit.

SBC Members get:
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Full access to our 40-page review, covering Soccer, Basketball, Tennis, NFL, Baseball, Hockey, Volleyball and more
CLV analysis, Pinnacle market size breakdowns, and customisation tips to maximise ROI
Insights into sharp markets and how to exploit them
 An exclusive 50% discount on your first month with Pinnacle Odds Dropper

If you’re serious about betting with an edge, POD is one of the most powerful tools available today – and through SBC you can try it at half price.

 Join SBC today to access Issue #155, our entire 19-year back catalogue, and unlock the POD 50% discount.

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We explore how the software helps advantage bettors track steam moves, why Pinnacle remains the barometer for bookmakers, and what our August 2025 independent SBC review uncovered. Dylan also shares insights on CLV, market limits, niche sports, and the growing challenges facing US bettors under new tax rules.

You can listen to Episode 92 FREE now via Apple / Spotify / YouTube and all other major podcast directories (search Smart Betting Club)

If you’re keen to explore the data and learn more about POD, make sure you also check out our in-depth review in SBC Issue #155. Access Issue 155 and the entire 19 year back catalogue with a SBC Membership​

You can also support the SBC Podcast by visiting our podcast sponsor, Matchbook. You can get 150 days, commission free with them via this link.

HOW POD WORKS & WHY IT MATTERS

– The evolution of Pinnacle Odds Dropper as a top-down “chasing steam” alert service
– How the in-built bet tracker has logged over 450,000 bets since launch
– Independent SBC review: 345,000-bet dataset reveals where edges really lie and on what sports

WHICH SPORTS DELIVER THE BIGGEST EDGES

– Basketball’s “killer combo” of ROI and strike rate
– Soccer’s vast sample size, overs vs unders trends, and higher ROI on away sides
– High ROI surprises in baseball and volleyball vs the pain of betting NFL

CLOSING LINE VALUE & MARKET LIMITS

– Why CLV is the best early indicator of profitability & the stats that prove it.
– How Pinnacle market limits act as a proxy for confidence and edge significance
– Should you apply filters or follow Franco’s “bet everything” approach?

SHARP BOOKS & MARKET EFFICIENCY

– Is Pinnacle still the sharpest? Latest data says yes, within 0.24% of perfect efficiency
– Where rivals like FanDuel and Circa are catching up in niche sports
– Why bettors should map out which books are sharp for which markets
– The occasional reality of market manipulation and how to handle it

PRACTICAL BETTING STRATEGIES

– Using POD with soft books, exchanges, and even in-person kiosks
– Case study: a hedge fund manager using POD to manage exchange exposure
– How successful users treat betting as volume-driven and sport-agnostic
– Why bankroll growth depends on embracing variance, not avoiding it

Want to Learn More?

This podcast follows on from our major review of Pinnacle Odds Dropper in SBC Magazine Issue #155. Inside, we dig deep into the data and show exactly how and where POD delivers profit.

SBC Members get:
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Full access to our 40-page review, covering Soccer, Basketball, Tennis, NFL, Baseball, Hockey, Volleyball and more
CLV analysis, Pinnacle market size breakdowns, and customisation tips to maximise ROI
Insights into sharp markets and how to exploit them
 An exclusive 50% discount on your first month with Pinnacle Odds Dropper

If you’re serious about betting with an edge, POD is one of the most powerful tools available today – and through SBC you can try it at half price.

 Join SBC today to access Issue #155, our entire 19-year back catalogue, and unlock the POD 50% discount.

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You can listen to Episode 91 with Tom now via Apple / Spotify / YouTube and all other major podcast directories (search Smart Betting Club)

SYNDICATES – WHAT PROS DO DIFFERENTLY

• Inside Waterhouse VC’s investments in tennis and blackjack syndicates
• Spotting the difference between scalable edge and short-term variance
• How Tom’s father, with 45 years of unbeaten syndicate betting, helps evaluate opportunities
• What everyday bettors can copy from syndicate’s approach and structure

DISCIPLINE, MINDSET & SHARP PLAY

• Why betting less often can be the key to winning long term
• Tom’s blueprint for knowing when to strike and when to sit tight
• Advice on finding overlooked markets where edges still exist

REGULATION, MINIMUM BET LAW & THE BLACK MARKET

• Australia’s minimum bet law: why some bettors love it and others hate it. Would it work in the UK and other areas as a solution to restrictions?
• How these same restrictions and affordability checks are pushing punters away from licensed firms
• The surge of crypto-based black-market betting and why it’s so hard to police
• Why Tom believes regulation moves in cycles and what might trigger the next reset

HOW WATERHOUSE VC FINDS AN EDGE

• From on-course bookmaker to running William Hill Australia to launching his own VC fund
• Why Waterhouse VC backs technology suppliers instead of operators
• The option-based model Tom uses to limit downside while chasing outsized returns

NEW TECH & WHERE THE GAME IS MOVING

• High-frequency betting, crypto products, and contract markets shaking up the industry
• How platforms are bypassing regulation and partnering with giants like Robinhood and X
• Why user experience and retention now matter more than sign-ups

You can listen to Episode 91 with Tom now via Apple / Spotify / YouTube and all other major podcast directories (search Smart Betting Club)

You can also support the SBC Podcast by visiting our podcast sponsor, Matchbook. You can get 150 days, commission free with them via this link.

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This affordable tool is designed for those following ‘Chasing Steam’ or ‘Top Down’ strategies, and thanks to an exclusive 50% SBC member discount, it is one of the best value services we have ever reviewed.

If you have bookmaker access, whether online or in-person at shops and kiosks, the Pinnacle Odds Dropper Tool offers a significant advantage for shrewd bettors.

Access Issue 155 and the entire 19 year back catalogue with a SBC Membership​

Inside SBC 155

Analysis of an extraordinary 345,000 logged bets dataset via the POD bet tracker.
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Data-driven insights into Soccer, Basketball, Tennis, Baseball, Hockey, NFL and more.
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Which sports, markets, and strategies produced the biggest edges.​
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 Customisation and filtering tips to maximise profit potential.
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Deep study of Pinnacle market size and how to use it to your advantage.
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Full Closing Line Value analysis and why it matters.
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Clear explanation of how sharp markets work and how to exploit them.

ALSO IN SBC MAGAZINE ISSUE #155

 eSoccer Edge Review – Detailed exploration of SBC’s unique offering exploiting value in the eSoccer markets.
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 Event Contracts in the USA Insight – Why this fast-growing market is attracting attention, and what it could mean for the future of global betting.
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 Betting Tax Harmonisation – The challenges UK punters face, and why calls for change could reshape where and how you bet
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 Member Q&A – Covering NFL tipsters to follow this season, using SBC effectively from North America, and how to approach staking on golf

SIGN UP FOR INSTANT ACCESS

To gain instant access SBC Magazine #155 and all of our back catalogue of reviews and reports, you will require SBC Membership.

​To sign up as a paid SBC member, just click here and follow the registration link.

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​Demetrio Giotti offers something different — a long-term profitable service built on sharp prices, real liquidity, and a market still underexploited by most punters.

And fresh off a stellar 2024/25 season (and with a 10 year winning record to boot), interest in his service is sky high.

Read on for more and how you can join his waiting list to grab one of only 50 spaces next Thursday!

Why European Basketball?

Demetrio specialises in European basketball, a fast-growing but still exploitable market. He targets top-tier competitions such as:

 EuroLeague​
 EuroCup​
 Spain’s ACB League​
 Italy’s Serie A

While these leagues are hugely popular across Europe, they remain under the radar for many bettors globally and offer opportunities for a shrewd analyst such as Demetrio.

Backed by years of experience, his selective approach pinpoints value in the moneyline, handicap and totals markets – all with solid liquidity and high betting limits.

And even if you don’t follow European Basketball, it matters little if you simply want to use his expertise to profit in these markets.

Proven Profits on Pinnacle’s Sharp Lines

All official tips are advised using Pinnacle’s odds – widely considered the most accurate pricing in the industry.

Most bets are sent when Pinnacle limits are already $1,000+, and even in lower-liquidity leagues (like Serie A or EuroCup), Demetrio ensures the market can handle $750–$900 stakes before advising a bet.

This means that when he advises a bet, the market is resolute and can absorb the stakes from his members without crashing the odds!

That means you can follow his tips via:

Pinnacle (direct or via brokers)
Soft bookmakers (if you still have access)
Shops or in-person betting

No rushing. No restrictions. Just value bets in real markets.

Track Record That Stands Up To Scrutiny

Since launching his service in 2016, Demetrio has achieved:

•  +259.5 units profit
•  15% ROI from over 925 official bets
• Backed by in-depth stats, line tracking & closing price analysis

In 2024/25 alone, he delivered:

•  +40.4 units profit (22.3% ROI) from official bets
•  80.8% ROC based on a standard €4,000 bankroll
• Even betting at closing prices would have returned 62.4% ROC

For the last few seasons, he has also shared extra Telegram-only unofficial plays with:

• +11.7 units profit from standard bets (24.0% ROI)
• +41.6 units profit from long-term bets (231.1% ROI)

This is an edge built on discipline, accuracy, and experience – and it has held up over nearly a decade in sharp markets.

Limited To Just 50 Members

To preserve the value of his advice and avoid unnecessary market impact, Demetrio’s service is capped at just 50 members for the 2025/26 season.

There are no exceptions to this limit. Once full, the service will close for the season.

Given his record and the interest already shown this summer, we expect these 50 spaces to go quickly – especially from returning members.

Want to Learn More?

You can explore the full breakdown of Demetrio’s strategy, pricing edge, and last season’s performance in our recent blog post:

 Read how Demetrio Giotti beat Pinnacle again in 2024/25​

Join the Waiting List Now

If you want the chance to join for the 2025/26 season, the only way is via the official waiting list.

Spaces will open to those on the waiting list next Thursday the 14th August!

Add your details to the waiting list via this link:

​https://smartbettingclub.com/demetrio-giotti-premium/​

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This expert darts service has been active since 2007, generating a 12% ROI from 2,875 bets across 18 years.

It has quietly built a reputation as one of the most effective and easy-to-follow betting services in operation today — and we’ve just released a comprehensive, long-overdue re-review in SBC Issue #154 to fully assess its evolution and ongoing edge.

Access Issue 154 and the entire 19 year back catalogue with a SBC Membership​

Inside This Review:

Exploring their 12% ROI across 2,875 official bets since 2007
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Performance matched against both Bet365 & Pinnacle closing lines
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Odds movement and availability study at soft and sharp books
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Full bank/staking analysis and Monte Carlo risk simulations
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Edge suited for progressive reinvestment strategies
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Easy-to-follow, low workload service
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Exclusive 30-day free trial for SBC members only

ALSO IN SBC MAGAZINE ISSUE #154

Latest eSoccer Edge update: +256.99 points in just 7 weeks
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In-depth look at the Gambling Commission’s new restrictions data — and why it matters
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Exclusive SBC Podcast with lawyer Harry Stewart-Moore on multi-accounting, payouts & punter protection
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Member Q&A covering profitable betting strategies, navigating account closures, and understanding odds moves

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SBC 156

1. Boxing Bets That Pack A Punch!
   

2. • The 10+ year betting record that has produced a 13.25% ROI and consistent profits since 2015.
   • How professional bettor Greg lives entirely off his betting, and the approach he takes to boxing.
   • How his method of mixing singles and parlays creates a potent edge
   • Why odds rarely shift even after bets are released, making the service simple to follow.
   • Why these bets look recreational to bookmakers and why that matters for account longevity.
   • What type of bankroll and staking approach works best with this service.
   • Why the subscription cost is kept deliberately low, and why SBC members get 2 months free on top.
   • Why this service can complement an existing portfolio, adding diversification without extra workload.

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SBC 155

1. How To Profit Using Pinnacle Odds Dropper
   The Chasing Steam Tool That Spots Sharp Moves

2. Analysis of an extraordinary 345,000 logged bets dataset via the POD bet tracker.
   Data-driven insights into Soccer, Basketball, Tennis, Baseball, Hockey, NFL and more.
   Which sports, markets, and strategies produced the biggest edges.​
   Customisation and filtering tips to maximise profit potential.
   Deep study of Pinnacle market size and how to use it to your advantage.
   Full Closing Line Value analysis and why it matters.
   Clear explanation of how sharp markets work and how to exploit them.

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SBC 154

1. 18 Years, 2875 Bets, 12% ROI – Inside The Darts Tipster Beating The Bookies

2. Exploring their 12% ROI across 2,875 official bets since 2007
   Performance matched against both Bet365 & Pinnacle closing lines
   Odds movement and availability study at soft and sharp books
   Full bank/staking analysis and Monte Carlo risk simulations
   Edge suited for progressive reinvestment strategies
   Easy-to-follow, low workload service
   Exclusive 30-day free trial for SBC members only

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SBC 153

1. Issue 153 – Football Tipster with 14.87% ROI Added to Hall of Fame

2.  14.87% ROI over several seasons of tipping​
    Antepost-only strategy across Europe’s top leagues​
    Low-effort, high-return – once the bets are placed, there’s nothing else to do.
    Great odds availability – with scope to beat official results
    All bets are advised in July & August – before the season kicks off

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SBC 151

1. Issue 151 – David’s Daily Football Service Explored!

2. A 1,500 bet sample, where profit is coming from and how the service utilises multiples to compound value.
   The methodology behind the system and the types of bets that have driven bank growth so far.
   Options for finding bets yourself to increase volume
   Staking, drawdown and simulation analysis
   Which accounts will be most valuable when following these bets in.

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SBC 152

1. Issue 152 – Elite Darts Betting!

2.  Win-only Darts bets Edge at widely available bookmakers
   ​ Benchmarked at Bet365 but with better odds often found elsewhere
   ​ Scope to boost your returns by shopping around and finding extra value bets
   ​ Built for bettors with patience, a strong bank and the ability to handle volatility
   ​ Full SBC Analysis. We break down exactly how the service works and show you how to make the most of it!
3. Plus: Exclusive SBC Member Offer​SBC members can save 15% on a subscription to this darts service—90 Euros off, which is more than the cost of an SBC membership itself.

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SBC 150

1. Issue 150 – The Exchange Racing Tipster With a 15.8% ROI!

2. Exclusive review of a new exchange-based racing service—profitable & bookmaker-free!
   Created by SBC Hall of Famers—designed for all bettors.
   4,880 bets | 770.44 pts profit | 15.79% ROI (net of commission).
   Betting strategy: Placing bets 5 mins before the off on Betfair.
   Deep dive analytics—drawdowns, Monte Carlo sims & staking options.
   Using BF Bot Manager for fast & efficient betting execution.

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SBC 149

1. Issue 149 – Footy Star Reviewed!

    

2. The feature review in Issue 149 is Footy Star – the service with a 15% ROI opposing goals over 2500 bets. In it we explore
   • A consistent service, with 27 out of 34 months providing a profit
   • The leagues where Footy Star’s model is best at finding value
   • Simulations of how this service is likely to perform over time, with advised betting banks for different strategies
   • Alternative ways to play the bets, with advised (level) staking and unit-win staking both analysed
   • Odds movement and bookmaker price availability analysis to help judge whether Footy Star is for yo

ALSO INSIDE SBC 149:

• Free tipster updates & how services like Syndicate Edge and eSoccer Edge are performing
• Gambling news updates, with Black Market woes and Rob Davies of The Guardian both included
• SBC News, with all of February’s key updates documented in one place

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SBC 148

1. Issue 148 – Tilt The Odds Reviewed

   Inside this month:

   • A detailed review of the Tilt The Odds win only multiple strategy and what is needed to get the most out of it
   • A 2-part podcast with Jose covering everything from edges and networking through to CLV and the practicalities of getting on
   • An introduction to two new betting services that are currently FREE for SBC Members
   • Syndicates, unlikely alliances, bad bookmaker behaviour and much more in our gambling news round up
   • A Snapshot Review and a Six Nations Preview

   Read all of this and more in SBC 146  – available to download the instant you join the Smart Betting Club

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SBC 146

1. Issue 146 – New Darts Tipster Service Explored!

   Inside this month:

   • A full review of Betting Is Cool’s DartsH2H service with detailed staking analysis and more advanced analytics such as Monte Carlo simulations. Also a unique SBC member free month offer.​
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   • A news review in a big month for gambling, with proposed tax rises, donor debates and dodgy reporting all discussed
   • Detailed SBC Member Q & As with withdrawal woes, edge erosion and variance all on the agenda
   • Two podcasts, a Offshore Bookmaker profile and much more!

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