Sportsbooks.ag Editorial Policy

Ryan Rozycki Ryan Rozycki
Ryan Rozycki
Ryan Rozycki
Managing Editor
Ryan Rozycki has spent more than 25+ years writing about offshore sportsbooks, sports betting markets, and online gambling for some of the industry's most recognized betting analysis sites, including BangTheBook.com and SpookyExpress.com. His work has covered everything from sportsbook reviews and bonus term analysis to daily betting previews across the NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, and college sports. As Managing Editor at Sportsbooks.ag, Ryan oversees the site's review coverage, ensuring that bonus terms, banking details, rollover rules, and payout information are accurate and up to date for U.S. bettors navigating the offshore sportsbook market. He takes a practical, player-first approach focused on what bettors actually need to know before depositing, rather than what operators want them to hear. His editorial background spans both long-form sportsbook analysis and fast-turnaround betting content, giving him a grounding in how these platforms operate day-to-day rather than just on paper. Ryan can be reached via [LinkedIn/email].
Managing Editor, Updated May 28, 2026
Fact checked by: Mike McDermott
Mike McDermott
Mike McDermott
Betting Analyst
Mike McDermott has covered offshore sportsbooks, betting markets, and online casino operations for more than 20 years. His work has appeared across several of the industry's established betting analysis sites including ATS.io, BangTheBook.com, and SpookyExpress.com, where he contributed sportsbook reviews, betting analysis, and odds breakdowns for U.S. recreational bettors. He got his start during the early days of online poker, working directly with operators on customer-facing betting products before moving into editorial work. His experience on both sides of the industry operator and player shapes how he evaluates bonus terms, payout reliability, and platform transparency. At Sportsbooks.ag, Mike focuses on offshore sportsbook reviews, banking and withdrawal analysis, and odds value comparisons across NFL, NBA, MLB, and college football markets. His reviews are based on active account testing, direct cashier verification, and published operator terms rather than promotional materials. He can be reached via LinkedIn or email.
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Affiliate Disclosure

Affiliate Disclosure

Our team of professional gambling site reviewers conducts independent research on every brand we feature on Sportsbooks.ag. We work with some partners on an affiliate basis but this does not affect our listings or ratings.

We try to write about these topics in plain English. A reader should not need to be a bonus expert to understand what 20x rollover means, why game contribution matters, or why a withdrawal rule is worth checking before depositing.

Our Editorial Approach

We write for players first.

That means a review should help someone decide whether a site actually fits them. A sportsbook may be useful for NFL props but weak for live betting. A casino may have a large slot library but limited live dealer games. A bonus may look strong until the wagering rules, minimum odds, or max cashout limit are included.

We do not assume every big offer is a good offer. We do not assume every popular brand is the right choice for every player.

When a site has a drawback, we should say so clearly.

Editorial Policy of Sportsbooks.ag

Editorial Independence

Sportsbooks.ag is editorially independent from the gambling brands we cover.

Our reviews, rankings, and recommendations are based on research, product checks, terms analysis, and editorial judgment. Commercial relationships may support the site, but they do not control our opinions.

Affiliate partners cannot preview, edit, approve, or rewrite our reviews. They cannot pay us to hide weak bonus terms, ignore slow withdrawals, remove red flags, or change a verdict.

If we recommend a sportsbook or casino, it should be because we believe the recommendation is useful for the reader.

How We Review Sportsbooks

When we review a sportsbook, we look at the parts of the product that matter after sign-up.

Markets matter. Odds matter. So do props, futures, live betting, parlays, mobile usability, payment methods, withdrawal rules, verification policies, and customer support.

A sportsbook with a strong betting menu can still lose points if the cashier is limited or the terms are difficult to follow. A site with a smaller bonus may be more useful than one with a huge offer and harsh rollover.

We also consider who the sportsbook is best suited for. Some sites make more sense for casual bettors. Others are better for crypto users, parlay players, live bettors, or people who care most about niche markets.

How We Review Online Casinos

Online casino reviews are judged differently from sportsbook reviews.

For casinos, we look at game selection, software providers, slots, table games, video poker, live dealer games, jackpots, bonus terms, wagering rules, game contribution, max cashout limits, banking, mobile play, support, and player restrictions.

A casino with thousands of games is not automatically better than a smaller casino. Game quality matters. So do fair terms, reliable banking, clear payout rules, and a mobile site that does not feel frustrating to use.

We also pay close attention to casino bonuses because that is where many players get caught. Wagering requirements, excluded games, contribution percentages, and withdrawal caps can change the value of a promotion quickly.

How We Review Bonuses

Bonus offers need careful reading.

The headline number is only part of the story. We also check the minimum deposit, promo code rules, rollover or wagering requirement, eligible bets or games, minimum odds, game contribution, expiration date, max bonus, max cashout, and withdrawal restrictions.

A large bonus can still be a poor deal. A smaller promotion with cleaner terms may be more useful.

Our job is to explain the tradeoff before a reader deposits, not after.

Offshore Gambling Coverage

Sportsbooks.ag may cover offshore sportsbooks and online casinos.

Some players are interested in offshore sites because they may offer broader sportsbook access, casino games, crypto payments, larger bonuses, and fewer state-by-state restrictions. Those features can be appealing.

But offshore gambling also carries real risk.

Offshore sites may not offer the same consumer protections as licensed U.S. operators. Disputes can be harder to resolve. Withdrawals can take longer. Bonus terms may be stricter. Account reviews may delay payouts. Responsible gambling tools may be more limited.

We do not describe offshore gambling as risk-free. We do not encourage readers to avoid verification, create multiple accounts, abuse bonuses, bypass local laws, or gamble where they are not legally allowed to do so.

Accuracy and Updates

Online gambling changes quickly. A bonus can change. A payment method can disappear. A withdrawal limit can be updated. A promo code can expire.

Before publishing or updating a page, we may review sportsbook terms, casino bonus rules, cashier pages, withdrawal policies, verification requirements, game contribution rules, and licensing or regulatory details where available.

We also try to make the information readable. If a rule is confusing, we explain what it means in practice.

Readers should always check the operator’s current terms before depositing or claiming a promotion.

Corrections

If something on Sportsbooks.ag is wrong or outdated, we aim to fix it.

Some updates may be made directly in the article, such as changed bonus wording, banking details, eligible games, or broken links. Larger corrections may be noted on the page when appropriate.

Readers can contact us if they spot an error, an outdated offer, or a section that needs clarification.

Sportsbooks.ag may earn compensation when readers click certain links, sign up with a sportsbook or casino, or complete a qualifying action.

That revenue helps support our work. It does not buy positive coverage.

An affiliate relationship does not guarantee a better rating, a higher ranking, or a recommendation. We may criticize a partner site if the bonus terms are weak, the withdrawal rules are restrictive, support is poor, the casino selection is thin, or the product is not a good fit for certain players.

Sponsored Content

Sponsored content, paid placements, advertisements, and commercial features must be clearly labeled.

Sponsored content is separate from editorial content. Advertisers cannot present marketing copy as an independent Sportsbooks.ag review.

When a page is editorial, the opinion belongs to Sportsbooks.ag. When a page is sponsored, readers should be able to tell.

Responsible Gambling

Sports betting and casino play should be treated as entertainment, not income.

Sportsbooks.ag does not publish content that promises profits, guarantees picks, encourages chasing losses, or presents gambling as a reliable way to make money. We do not target underage users or vulnerable people.

Readers should only gamble with money they can afford to lose. Set limits. Take breaks. Read the terms before claiming a bonus. Do not let a promotion push you into depositing more than planned.

When relevant, we consider whether a sportsbook or casino offers responsible gambling tools such as deposit limits, cooling-off periods, self-exclusion options, and access to support resources.

Readers in the U.S. who need help with problem gambling can contact the National Problem Gambling Helpline at 1-800-GAMBLER.

Our Promise to Readers

Sportsbooks.ag will not pretend every sportsbook or casino is great.

We will not call a bonus valuable just because the number is large. We will not ignore offshore gambling risks, withdrawal limits, verification rules, rollover, game contribution, max cashout terms, or account restrictions.

The point of our content is to help readers make a better decision.

Sometimes that means choosing a sportsbook. Sometimes it means skipping the bonus. Sometimes it means deciding a site is not worth the risk.