Ethics Policy
This policy explains how Sandman Sports handles sponsorships, advertising relationships, conflicts of interest, betting-related coverage, and commercial transparency. It complements our editorial standards.
Sponsored Content & Advertising
Editorial independence. Sponsored articles, branded content, affiliate partnerships, and paid placements are clearly labeled. Editorial coverage is produced independently of advertisers and commercial partners.
No pay-for-coverage. We do not accept payment in exchange for favorable coverage of any athlete, team, league, sportsbook, fantasy operator, brand, or product.
Advertising separation. Display advertising shown on the site does not influence editorial decisions and may be delivered through automated advertising networks. Advertising is visually distinguished from editorial content.
Affiliate links. When an article contains affiliate or referral links that may generate compensation for Sandman Sports, the relationship is disclosed within the article where appropriate.
Conflicts of Interest
Writers and contributors are expected to disclose personal, financial, or professional conflicts before covering a topic.
Examples may include:
- financial interests tied to sportsbooks, fantasy operators, or related companies
- employment or consulting relationships with teams, leagues, or organizations
- close personal relationships connected to a story subject
Contributors may not:
- bet on outcomes they are directly covering journalistically
- accept gifts or compensation intended to influence coverage
- publish undisclosed promotional coverage involving personal business interests
When a conflict cannot be reasonably managed through disclosure, the assignment may be reassigned or declined.
Gambling & Betting Coverage
Sports betting, fantasy sports, and predictive analysis are part of our editorial coverage. The following standards apply:
No wagering services. Sandman Sports is an informational and entertainment platform. This website does not directly accept wagers or operate a sportsbook from this domain.
Predictions are opinions. Picks, projections, futures, parlays, rankings, and betting recommendations reflect the author’s opinion only. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. Readers should never risk money they cannot afford to lose.
Commercial relationships. When coverage references sportsbooks, fantasy operators, or betting-related services with whom Sandman Sports maintains a commercial or affiliate relationship, that relationship is disclosed where appropriate.
Responsible gambling. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, help is available 24/7 in the United States through the National Council on Problem Gambling or by calling 1-800-GAMBLER.
Fantasy Contests & Interactive Products
Sandman Sports may operate separate skill-based fantasy contests, analytics products, and interactive sports experiences in eligible jurisdictions. Those products operate under separate terms, rules, eligibility requirements, and disclosures.
Editorial coverage involving Sandman Sports-operated products will clearly distinguish editorial content from commercial promotion where applicable.
Reader Privacy
Information regarding how Sandman Sports collects, stores, and uses visitor data is described in our privacy policy.
Last updated: 2026-05-23. Contact us at info@sandmansports.com with questions about this policy.
