How to Show Good Sportsbook Etiquette
Published on: December 19, 2021
Updated on: January 30, 2024
Category: Advice & Tips, How To
The following post provides tips for how to show good sportsbook etiquette.
Depending on the time of day, sportsbooks are a refuge within the casino for sports bettors to conduct research, make wagers, and watch games.
Read: How to Use Flat Betting For Wagering Success
Related: How to Avoid Late Night Slumpbuster Bets
When visiting a sportsbook it’s important to remember you’re in public and your behavior impacts others. Casinos want sportsbooks to be a safe and enjoyable environment for all.
With this in mind, here’s everything you need to know for showing good sportsbook etiquette.
Don’ts
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Smoke cigarettes at the betting counter (even in a smoke-friendly sportsbook)
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Use your mobile phone at the betting counter (sportsbooks don’t allow it)
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Fall asleep in the sportsbook (security will come wake you up)
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Expect free drinks without making sufficient bets on games or horses
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Approach the betting counter without have your betting numbers and money ready
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Take pictures of the line board (sportsbooks don’t allow it)
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Make others uncomfortable being a sore loser or acting belligerent
Do’s
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Mention the game’s bet number when you’re at the betting window
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Keep unsolicited betting advice and negativity to yourself
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Check your betting ticket at the window to ensure accuracy
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Use a sports betting kiosk when the betting window gets too busy
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Show enthusiasm and cheer on the games you’re watching (if you want)
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Pick up after yourself before you go; don’t leave garbage behind
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Consider booking reservations in advance if you’re with a group