I’m sure you’ve seen it a thousand times, someone advertising a sports betting system that you can buy for $400, or $2,000 or maybe just $29.95. They tell you that they stumbled on to a well guarded secret that the professionals (or wise guys) use to beat the bookies at their own game.

They’ll tell you that their system is the best and then list some phony testimonials about how individuals have made thousands of dollars in only a couple of days with their secret system.

They are sometimes so convincing I have been tempted to take out my credit card just to see what I’ve been missing.

The Real Truth about the Systems

You want to know the secret…. there is no secret.

Wow ! That was anti-climatic.

But it’s the truth, there is no secret system. All it takes to win at sports betting is a lot of work and discipline.

The work comes from analyzing. That’s an interesting word and definitely applies to the work you must do to pick winners. You have to pay attention to the details to the point of being anal… hence anal-izing.

The discipline comes from placing the bets. You have to follow a system of betting and not deviate from it for any reason. The bets must be made and for the right amount. A slip in this area can and probably will make the difference between having a winning week or a losing week, and I’m sure I know which one you’d rather have.

If you would like to know what I look at when analyzing a game and what my betting strategies are you can sign up to my free newsletter. In the newsletter I tell you what I think really matters and what is just nonsense… and believe me there is plenty of that out there.

The link for the newsletter is up on the right hand side of the page.

JD Winners

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Our MONEY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM is exactly designed for that purpose… By following our step by step instructions you will be prepared for a loss as we will never let our bankroll be in jeopardy!

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But… more often than not, these guys that are pretending to know what they are talking about, exclaiming themselves experts at handicapping and come up with systems that are questionable at best and at the worst are just scams to take even more of your profits from you.

Case in point…. the last person… apparently well advertised on the net… I’ll refer to him as RA … (some of you might already know who I’m talking about). He sends me an email with a very convincing letter about how he has spent years… coming up with a system that will make money betting on sports.

Ok… I’m interested… I already do make money betting on sports… but if this guy can teach me just one good idea that I haven’t thought of… it will be worth the fee that he charges…

I started following him half way through the NFL season and his system does work… I know it’s the same one that I use.. and his picks are pretty good… not great, but for someone that doesn’t have the time or resources to do their own work, he offers some decent picks. NBA is about the same. I have to wonder sometimes where he gets his picks though … while some are right on.. there are others that are way out in left field.

Now comes baseball… he says it’s his best sport. All of a sudden he abandons his system and starts on something completely different. I work the numbers and there is no way his MLB system could make any money unless he is extremely lucky with his picks and he favors the dogs.

Here is the stats for one month of MLB … May 20 through June 20 2010.

He made 81 picks. This is a little high in my opinion, but not too bad. Of the 81 picks 38 won and 43 lost. This is awful… I could do better tossing a coin and to make matters worse with his system… or lack of one.. if you placed the bets just as he recommends and made the bets at 1,000 dollars each, by the end of the month you would have a net loss of $3,020.

Now, everyone can have a bad day and rarely even a bad week, but at the end of the month you should be able to show a profit. If I took a $3020 loss in one month making $1,000 dollar bets I would be out looking for a job, because I couldn’t survive doing that for long. Heck, even if I made 3,020 profit for that month, I would consider that to be one of my worst months.

RA is not the worst handicapper on the net, in fact I would say that he is probably one of the better ones that I have investigated, but you have to realize that most of these handicappers don’t actually bet their own picks, so they don’t always have a vested interest in doing their homework each and every day.

I’d recommend doing your own homework or find someone that actually makes money betting on sports to give or even sell you the picks they are going to bet and how they are going to bet them.

JD Winners

We will be opening up a few more spots on our preimiere sports pick service in the next couple of weeks and we thought that maybe you would like to get a small taste of what this is all about.

Like I mentioned a couple of weeks ago, most of the most criticle information for making accurate sports picks happens within just 30 minutes to 1 hour before the game begins.

I will be sending you some free picks from our premiere service that will arrive by email just minutes before the games begin.

Watch your in-box for these notices and even if you don’t get the chance to make a bet, you will see just how accurate these sports picks are.

Here’s your first pick.

People all over the world love to bet on sports. Since you’re reading this, you’re probably part of that majority. While some do it just for recreation or to make watching a TV game more exciting, there are others who will always wager on their favorite team or player, period. However, there is an elite third group out there who bet sports with one and only one purpose in mind…to make money. Whichever group you fall into, sports wagering must be treated the same as any other financial investment. To be done properly (and profitably), here are some very crucial rules one must follow.

Rule #1 – Use Proper Money Management – This rule is the one that is most neglected and explains why Vegas keeps on building all of those multi-billion dollar casinos. Never wager more than you can afford to lose, so be honest with yourself on what you can comfortably set aside for recreation or otherwise. Secondly, never wager more than 2% of your total bankroll on any single wager. If you set aside $1,000 for gambling, your individual bets should be in the $20 range and no more. If you’re winning, the 2% per wager automatically increases as your bankroll increases. Conversely, if you’re on a losing streak and the bankroll goes down, the size of your bets will decrease accordingly. Unexplainably, wins and losses often times run in streaks, so slowly increase your bets on a hot streak and back off on cold streaks. Stick with 2% and never double up and chase lost money.

Rule #2 – Never Gamble Under the Influence – To coin a phrase, “Speak when you’re drunk and you’ll probably make the biggest speech you’ll ever live to regret.” The same sensible theory applies to betting on sports. Drugs (legal or otherwise) and alcohol can cloud your judgment and will lead you into making decisions that you normally wouldn’t make. To be successful at anything, your mind needs to be 100% clear and functional. If you’re on medication, drugs, or alcohol, or if you’re just in an upset or disturbed mood, be smart and don’t play until you’re back to 100%.

Rule #3 – Spend Some Time Shopping – This can be compared to shopping for a new car or even for groceries. Always look for the best prices or the best numbers. The payoff odds and point spreads are not carved in stone throughout the industry, and on any given day, they can vary greatly between different shops. Research several sports books thoroughly and compare the numbers. After checking several well-established and solid options, decide on 2 or 3 of them, and then divide and deposit your initial bankroll equally amongst each one. Then, before making your wager(s), check each book and always take the best number on your particular event. Over the course of a year, that ½, 1, or even 2 point difference will come into play many times, and trust me…it will add up to a lot of money.

Rule #4 – DO NOT Play Parlays or Teasers – Parlays, teasers, and other exotic wagers are offered for a reason. Yes, you can bet a 3-team parlay, and if you win, it normally pays in the vicinity of 6 to 1 in football and basketball. If it were really possible for anyone to consistently pick 3 out of 3, parlays (and teasers) wouldn’t be offered by the sports books. Stick to straight action only. If you bet 3 teams straight action and only win 2 of the 3, you’ve just made money. Hook them all together in a parlay and you must win all 3, or you’re sunk. It’s a proposition for losers only, so don’t do it.

Rule #5 – Perform Due Diligence – As a bettor, you normally have the opportunity to do research well in advance of having to make that final decision on a wager. That gives you an automatic advantage over the bookie, so use it to the fullest extent. One of the best ways to win at sports wagering is to maybe find your own special niche and then follow it closely. For example, if you live in California and become an expert on the PAC 10, you can increase your chances of winning by focusing on just your niche.

Rule #6 – Seek a Professional – There is a wealth of valuable information available on the Internet but you have to take the time to do proper and thorough research. Most people just don’t have the time to properly study things like past statistics, line moves, trends, angles, valuable lines, inflated numbers, and much, much more. Watching ESPN and/or reading opinionated articles by sports writers on the Internet is not the proper way to do your homework. If betting on sports is more than just a recreational pastime, or if you just don’t have the time or resources for Rule #5, seriously consider employing the services of a professional sports handicapper. If you’re sick, you go see a doctor. If you’re serious about winning more bets than you lose, you should listen to a professional.

Whether you’re a recreational player or actually doing it solely for a profit, may you always have more winners than losers, and always remember to have a lot of fun along the way, but stick to the rules.

About The Author
Don Stark is a noted sports author, publisher, and sports handicapper, with over 3 decades of experience in the sports and gaming industry. In addition to writing many informative articles, he has authored more than 30 different sports and gaming-related publications over the years. For more winning information, please visit http://www.donstarksports.com

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HE’S BACK!

AND THEY’RE DANCING IN PITTSBURGH

Let’s get to the games for week 6…

Which undefeated team the GIANTS or the SAINTS will remain unbeaten after this week? We know which one… look at the schedules for these teams so far then you decide… We picked the winner so log in to find out which team we selected. It’s easy just sign up for our newsletter!

After 5 weeks which teams are struggling because of injuries? We Know which ones!

Do you know what a “PICK6″ represents?

Ask any one of a number of the best quarterbacks in the game… they will say…

“if I could just get that one back” or “I didn’t see that linebacker or dback”  maybe some would blame the receiver for running the wrong route… what ever the excuse or reason is given doesn’t really matter because these “elite” qbacks have just thrown an INTERCEPTION that ended in a defensive touchdown. Many bettors lose because of this unpredictable sequence of events.

Well, our picks are all in for week 6… and oh yeah…

REMEMBER US! WE PICKED DENVER TO BEAT THE PATRIOTS LAST WEEK! AND WHAT ABOUT CINCY OVER BALTIMORE YEP THAT WAS OUR PICK AS WELL…

What ever you do before you place that bet… you really ought to sign up for our newsletter so you can see our picks for the week.

We have three 5* picks! YOU GOTTA SEE EM!

This is the column where we handicap the handicappers.

Do you want to know what the professional handicappers think before you make that bet? This is the place to find out. I am listing all the teams and what the consensus is among the handicappers.

How does it work?

We select some of most accurate handicappers in the business and we find out who they think will win the game. We then let you know what team they think will win and rate that pick based on the number that agree.

For instance if they all agree on one team that game will get a 5 star rating. Anything less than total agreement will rank less stars with 1 star for a near even draw. We use an odd number of handicappers to be sure there is always a winning consensus.

Now, don’t go running with money in hand to place that bet just yet.

Some bets are better than others and then there is the spread. Your team could win the game, but will they make the spread? If you want to get the inside scoop, you’ll have to sign up for our “The Winners Bet” newsletter.

There you will get our thoughts on which games we’ll be betting on and which ones we will leave alone.

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Games	Projected Winners	Rating
Ravens @ Vikings	Vikings
Panthers @ Bucs	Bucs
Browns @ Steelers	Steelers
Lions @ Packers	Packers
Texans @ Bengals	Texans
Chiefs @ Redskins	Redskins
Giants @ Saints	Saints
Rams @ Jaguars	Jaguars
Cardinals @ Seahawks	Seahawks
Eagles @ Raiders	Eagles
Bills @ Jets	Jets
Titans @ Patriots	Patriots
Bears @ Falcons	Falcons
Broncos @ Chargers	Chargers
Last Week Their Picks won	42%
Last Week Our Picks won	57%

Again our picks beat the “experts”

Be sure to get our picks for consistant wins

This is the column where we handicap the handicappers.

Do you want to know what the professional handicappers think before you make that bet? This is the place to find out. I am listing all the teams and what the consensus is among the handicappers.

How does it work?

We select some of most accurate handicappers in the business and we find out who they think will win the game. We then let you know what team they think will win and rate that pick based on the number that agree. For instance if they all agree on one team that game will get a 5 star rating. Anything less than total agreement will rank less stars with 1 star for a near even draw. We use an odd number of handicappers to be sure there is always a winning consensus.

Now, don’t go running with money in hand to place that bet just yet. Some bets are better than others and then there is the spread. Your team could win the game, but will they make the spread? If you want to get the inside scoop, you’ll have to sign up for our “The Winners Bet” newsletter. There you will get our thoughts on which games we’ll be betting on and which ones we will leave alone.

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Games	Projected Winners	Rating
Texans @ Cardinals	Cardinals
Falcons @  49ers	49ers
Bengals @ Ravens	Ravens
Browns @ Bills	Bills
Redskins @ Panthers	Panthers
Cowboys @ Chiefs	Cowboys
Patriots @ Broncos	Patriots
Steelers @ Lions	Steelers
Colts @   Titans	Colts
Jaguars @ Seahawks	Seahawks
Jets @ Dolphins	Jets
Vikings @ Rams	Vikings
Raiders @ Giants	Giants
Buccaneers @ Eagles	Eagles