Master the art of money management in disc golf betting. Learn proven staking strategies, risk management techniques, and how to protect your betting funds for long-term success.
Example:
Always bet $25 per wager with a $1,000 bankroll (2.5% units)
Best For: Conservative bettors and beginners
Example:
Always bet 3% of current bankroll - $30 on $1,000, $36 on $1,200
Best For: Experienced bettors with good discipline
Example:
1 unit on standard bets, 2-3 units on high-confidence plays
Best For: Expert bettors with proven track record
Example:
If you have 10% edge on +200 odds, Kelly suggests 3.33% of bankroll
Best For: Advanced bettors with statistical knowledge
No single bet should exceed 5% of your total bankroll, regardless of confidence level.
Protects against catastrophic losses that could end your betting career.
If you lose 20-25% of your bankroll, take a break and reassess your strategy.
Prevents emotional betting and gives time to analyze what went wrong.
Keep your betting bankroll completely separate from living expenses and savings.
Ensures you never bet money you can't afford to lose.
Record all bets with date, amount, odds, reasoning, and outcome.
Essential for analyzing performance and identifying profitable patterns.
Reassess your bankroll size and unit amounts monthly or quarterly.
Allows for adjustments based on performance and changing financial situation.
Unit Size:
$10-15 (2-3%)
Strategy:
Fixed unit staking with conservative approach
Monthly Goal:
5-10% growth with focus on learning
Unit Size:
$20-30 (2-3%)
Strategy:
Percentage staking with occasional confidence plays
Monthly Goal:
8-15% growth with moderate risk
Unit Size:
$100-150 (2-3%)
Strategy:
Kelly Criterion with sophisticated analysis
Monthly Goal:
12-20% growth with calculated risks
Increasing bet sizes after losses to try to recover quickly
Consequence:
Often leads to even bigger losses and bankroll destruction
Solution:
Stick to your predetermined staking plan regardless of recent results
Risking large percentages of bankroll on 'sure things'
Consequence:
One bad beat can wipe out weeks or months of profits
Solution:
Never exceed 5% of bankroll on any single bet, no matter how confident
Failing to track bets and analyze performance
Consequence:
Can't identify profitable strategies or learn from mistakes
Solution:
Use a spreadsheet or app to record every bet with full details
Making bets based on feelings rather than analysis
Consequence:
Leads to poor decision-making and unprofitable betting
Solution:
Always have a logical reason for every bet and stick to your process
Low risk, steady growth approach for beginners
Balanced approach for experienced bettors
Higher risk, higher reward for experts only