Been thinking about how we can make this space more welcoming for folks just dipping their toes into athletics betting. One thing that strikes me is how overwhelming it can feel to jump into analyzing track and field events without a clear starting point. I’d love to see a dedicated pinned thread or section with a beginner’s guide to betting on athletics. Something that breaks down the basics—like understanding event types, key athletes to watch, and how to read performance trends without drowning in stats.
Another idea is maybe a weekly “newbie Q&A” thread where people can ask anything, no matter how simple, and get answers from those of us who’ve been at it a while. I remember when I started, I didn’t even know what split times meant for a 400m race or why they mattered for betting. Having a spot to ask those kinds of questions would’ve helped a ton.
Also, what if we had a shared calendar or post highlighting major athletics meets with quick notes on what to look for? Like, for a big 100m race, a heads-up on sprinters in form or weather conditions that might affect times. Nothing too heavy, just enough to give newcomers a nudge in the right direction.
Last thought—maybe a feature where we tag posts with difficulty levels? So someone new can stick to “beginner” tagged tips and not feel lost in a deep dive about biomechanics or head-to-head stats. Just tossing these out there to make the forum feel like a place where anyone can learn the ropes and enjoy betting on athletics. What do you all think?
Another idea is maybe a weekly “newbie Q&A” thread where people can ask anything, no matter how simple, and get answers from those of us who’ve been at it a while. I remember when I started, I didn’t even know what split times meant for a 400m race or why they mattered for betting. Having a spot to ask those kinds of questions would’ve helped a ton.
Also, what if we had a shared calendar or post highlighting major athletics meets with quick notes on what to look for? Like, for a big 100m race, a heads-up on sprinters in form or weather conditions that might affect times. Nothing too heavy, just enough to give newcomers a nudge in the right direction.
Last thought—maybe a feature where we tag posts with difficulty levels? So someone new can stick to “beginner” tagged tips and not feel lost in a deep dive about biomechanics or head-to-head stats. Just tossing these out there to make the forum feel like a place where anyone can learn the ropes and enjoy betting on athletics. What do you all think?