Review of the BetJamaica Sportsbook

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Players anticipating BetJamaica to be as solid as its parent company (TheGreek Sportsbook) will not be disappointed. BetJamaica is as strong as can be without the high minimum wagering bets of its parent company. You can bet for as low as $2 at this premier online sportsbook.

If you have played at TheGreek you will find numerous similarities at BetJamaica sportsbook with a few tweaks to account for the smaller players it targets. The legendary Spiros, whose business ethics, practices and reputation are impeccable, established Bet Jamaica in 2003.

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Strong Reputation

BetJamaica sportsbook, part of the TheGreek Sports Group, is an excellent choice for players who are looking for a sportsbook that has a strong reputation, and one that offers attractive programs and bonuses. With the solid backing of TheGreek, BetJamaica offers unique lines – it is not a clone of its parent company.

Sportsbook review sites always rate Bet Jamaica as one of the best. Moreover, check out the favourable reviews at the sports betting forums. With a history that spans almost ten years and a proven track record, I rate BetJamaica sportsbook very high for their financially stability.

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Quality Service & Website Ease of Use

You may talk to a Jamaican operator who has a heavy accent and, thus, cannot be understood as well as a native speaker of English. But since both parties know what the other wants while on the site, you will find that the heavy accent is a minor glitch in an excellent customer service system at BetJamaica. The methods of contact include by phone, e-mail and live chat, all of which have representatives ready to answer all concerns 24/7.

The registration process is fairly easy − type in name, address and preferred password − but can take longer than expected to complete. The good thing is that the log-in process is fast, easy and convenient through the Internet although players can also place bets via phone lines.

Old-school players appreciate the popular check box system, tried and tested one, where the different bet types are presented. You will then check on your preferred sports, enter the bet amount and then confirm it on a separate page. The only disadvantage is that the betting software is not the high-tech version preferred by new players where switching pages just to look at the betting ticket is eliminated - the ticket is located at the right-hand side of the same page.

When depositing money at BetJamaica Sportsbook, options include Western Union and Moneygram where the fees are covered for deposits over $200. You can also deposit via Netspend Gift Cards, cashier's checks and bank wire transfers. Withdrawals are also possible through similar options but the costs are shouldered by the player. Fees for each withdrawal option are as follows:

• Western Union with a minimum fee of $23.50
• Moneygram for a minimum fee of $30.80
• Courier Cheque with one free withdrawal per calendar month while succeeding withdrawals are charged
• Bank Wire $35 plus 1% of withdrawn amount
• ATM Card

They are known for their fast payouts and ease of access. Rest assured that when you're wagering through Bet Jamaica, you're working with one of the finest sportsbooks in the business.

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Dime Lines

Yes, BetJamaica offers ten cent lines up to -190. They also offer nickel juice night every Friday 6 pm to 12 pm EST on NFL and college sides and totals.

In the sports gambling world, "dime line" means a 10 cent money line. It is the difference between the odds for the favourite and the underdog. Gamblers most commonly use the 10c lines in baseball.

The sportsbook offering the 10c line pays $10 more on the underdogs than the 20 cent bookie. This makes a huge difference over the course of the season.

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Target Audience

Smaller, recreational bettors are the typical clients of BetJamaica. As a result, this book will tend to shade their lines more so than their parent company TheGreek.

Loose line sportsbooks are very popular in the sports betting industry. For the most part they shade their lines based on the public action that they’re taking. An example of this in baseball would be if a team that is a legitimate -140 favourite and is getting a lot of action, then a loose line sportsbook will move the number to -160 or worse.

If you like to bet on the underdogs, this may be a good sportsbook for you.

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Programs & Promotions

One of the better things new account players can look forward to is Bet Jamaica's excellent loyalty program, which many players find lacking at TheGreek. All bettors are immediately enrolled in the Paradise Loyalty Club - no jumping hoops to avail of the bonus here - where one free bet is provided for every 100 bets placed although it does max out at $200. In contrast, other online sportsbooks offer redeemable gifts like useless trinkets for player loyalty.

Other promotions offered by BetJamaica Sportsbook are:

• Reload Bonus with 5% on money transfer deposits while other qualified deposits amount to 10% with a minimum of $50 deposit.
• Referral Bonus where a player can receive 10% of the referral's initial deposit although the bonus is only credited upon the completion of 20 wagers.
• Nickel Juice Special happens every Friday night at 6PM-12AM EST during the college and NFL seasons. Maximum bet is $1,000 on all sides and totals.

For more promotions like rebates and seasonal cash backs, check the official website for the latest updates.

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Conclusion

BetJamaica Sportsbook excels by offering attractive bonuses, reduced juice specials, superior customer service and solid lines. It is considered a “square” book, which means that it targets novice bettors. As a square book, BetJamaica tends to shade their lines based on public action. This means that you will not normally get great value betting on favourites but if you like to bet on the underdogs, this could be an ideal book for you.