Welcome to Sideline Capital — your home base for sports betting strategies, community wins, and building long-term plays together. This introduction course is designed to help you navigate the platform with confidence so you can get the most out of your membership from day one. In this short course, you’ll learn how to use every major feature inside the community!

Odds show how much you can win relative to your bet. In the U.S., we mainly use American odds — shown as plus (+) or minus (−) numbers. ✅ Example: If the Lakers are −150 favorites vs. Warriors +130 underdogs: • A $150 bet on the Lakers wins $100 profit if they win. • A $100 bet on the Warriors wins $130 profit if they win.

Let’s break down Moneyline, Spread, and Over/Under bets in a clear, educational way.

Bankroll management is the foundation of long-term success in sports betting. It’s about controlling how much you wager, protecting yourself from losing streaks, and giving yourself the chance to survive and grow over time.

Sportsbooks are the house — and every bettor needs to understand how the house operates before trying to beat it. Knowing how lines are made, how they shift, and how sportsbooks earn money gives you the edge to think strategically instead of emotionally.