Responsible Gaming

1. SCOUT's Commitment

SCOUT is a mathematical analysis tool. Our purpose is to give you clearer, data-driven information before you place a bet — not to encourage gambling or increase how much you bet.

We believe informed bettors make better decisions. That means knowing when a bet has value, and equally important, knowing when to walk away. SCOUT is built to support the former — this page is about the latter.

2. Know Your Limits

Sports betting should be entertainment, not a financial strategy. Before you place any bet, establish clear personal rules:

• Set a fixed monthly or weekly budget you can afford to lose entirely.
• Never bet money you need for rent, food, bills, or essential expenses.
• Do not chase losses. A losing streak does not mean a win is "due" — that is not how probability works.
• Take regular breaks. Step away after a losing session or when betting starts to feel compulsive.
• SCOUT's Kelly criterion suggestions are illustrative only. Always size bets conservatively relative to your actual bankroll.

3. Warning Signs

Problem gambling can develop gradually. Watch for these warning signs in yourself or someone you know:

• Betting more than you planned or can afford to lose.
• Chasing losses — placing more bets to try to win back what you lost.
• Lying to family or friends about how much you bet or how much you have lost.
• Neglecting work, school, relationships, or responsibilities because of gambling.
• Feeling irritable, anxious, or depressed when not betting.
• Borrowing money, selling possessions, or using savings to fund bets.
• Thinking about gambling constantly or being unable to stop.

If you recognize these patterns, please reach out to one of the resources below. Help is available and confidential.

4. Resources

These organizations provide free, confidential support for problem gambling: