Terminology
LSports terminology, abbreviations, and domain concepts
This page provides standardized definitions for terms, abbreviations, and concepts used throughout ARENA360 documentation. Understanding these terms is essential for successful integration and operation.
Core Concepts
These are the fundamental building blocks of sports betting data:
Fixture
A contained sport gathering within the larger sport context — whether it's a direct head-to-head event or an entire league competition.
Example: Manchester United vs Liverpool, Kentucky Derby Race 5, NBA Finals Game 7
Livescore
An accompanying context which sheds light on the fixture's score, stats, lineups, and more. Livescore data is updated in real-time during InPlay.
Market
A "question" presented by a sportsbook to their end users regarding the fixture outputs — whether score-related, statistics, player-oriented, or even for the entire league's conclusions.
Example: "Who will win?" (1X2), "Will there be more than 2.5 goals?" (Over/Under)
Bet
The potential outcome for a suggested market. Each market contains one or more bets representing the possible answers.
Example: In a 1X2 market, the bets are: "1" (Home Win), "X" (Draw), "2" (Away Win)
Odds
A numeric representation of the sportsbook's probability for each bet to occur. Expressed in decimal format (e.g., 1.85, 2.50).
Formula: Probability = 1 / Odds (before margin)
Settlement
A unique message that guides sportsbooks on how to operate with bets placed by their end users, based on predefined logic that takes into consideration various aspects of the fixture (score, stats, player outputs, and more).
PreMatch
The framework in which all content (odds, metadata, etc.) is sent BEFORE the fixture starts. PreMatch data is typically available days or weeks in advance.
InPlay
The framework in which all content is sent DURING the fixture's execution. InPlay data updates in real-time as the event progresses.
Margin
The built-in cut for sportsbooks to ensure profit, as well as a self-safety measure. Also known as "overround," "vigorish," or "vig."
Example: True probability of 50% might be offered at odds of 1.90 instead of 2.00
ARENA360 Architecture Layers
ARENA360 is built on a three-layer architecture:
Collection Layer
The always-on intake engine of ARENA360. Captures sports data from multiple sources:
Computer Vision — Real-time data extraction using advanced CV
Web Scouting — Data acquisition based on web scouting and OSINT
Human Scouts — In-venue and TV scouting for validation
Partner Feeds — Premium feeds from trusted partners
Integrity Layer
Transforms raw feeds into trusted, sportsbook-grade data:
Mapping & Correlation — Correlates events across providers
Normalization Engine — Standardizes markets and statistics
Feature Extraction — Derives additional insights
Quality Controls — Automated validation and anomaly detection
ARENA360 Products Layer
The intelligence layer delivering value to sportsbook teams.
ARENA360 Products
TRADE — Sports Content Control & Markets Engine
The core odds feed product delivering real-time pre-match and in-play market data. TRADE provides configurable provider selection, margin settings, and settlement handling.
For: Head of Trading, Senior Trader, Live Betting Manager
DEFEND — Risk Management & Exposure Control
The centralized risk management system for monitoring betting activity, setting limits, and managing player risk across your sportsbook operations.
For: Head of Risk, Risk & Integrity Manager, Fraud Analyst
BOOST — Analytics & Insights
The provider performance analytics platform for coverage monitoring, provider benchmarking, and trading performance analysis.
For: Performance Analyst, BI Manager, Executive & Strategy Personnel
ENGAGE — Personalization & Recommendations
The player engagement suite including Tips Feed (betting recommendations) and Hyper Livescore (enhanced real-time match data and widgets).
For: Head of Marketing, CRM Manager, VIP Retention Manager
Fixture Statuses
Not Started Yet
NSY
Fixture is in the pre-match phase
About to Start
ATS
Fixture is about to begin shortly
In Progress
IP
Fixture is live and currently in play
Finished
FIN
Fixture has ended and results are confirmed
Cancelled
CAN
Event will not take place
Postponed
PPD
Fixture is postponed; may return later
Interrupted
INT
Temporarily stopped; may resume
Abandoned
ABN
Permanently stopped; will not resume
Lost Coverage
LC
Coverage lost during live event
Market Types
1X2 (Three-Way)
The most common market for sports with draws. Bets on Home Win (1), Draw (X), or Away Win (2).
12 (Two-Way / Moneyline)
Market for sports without draws. Bets on Home Win (1) or Away Win (2).
Asian Handicap (AH)
A handicap market that eliminates the draw by giving one team a head start. Lines are expressed as decimals (e.g., -1.5, +0.5, -0.25).
Under/Over (U/O)
A market betting on whether a statistic (usually goals/points) will be above or below a specified line (e.g., Over 2.5 goals).
Outright
Long-term markets on competition results (e.g., league winner, top scorer, relegation).
Technical Abbreviations
API
Application Programming Interface
HTTP endpoints for data retrieval and operations
RMQ
RabbitMQ
Message broker for real-time data streaming
SDK
Software Development Kit
Pre-built libraries for integration (.NET, Java, Node.js)
JWT
JSON Web Token
Authentication token format
SSO
Single Sign-On
Unified authentication across platforms
CSM
Customer Success Manager
Your dedicated LSports account contact
BPS
Benchmark Provider System
Provider comparison tool in BOOST
vhost
Virtual Host
Logical partition in RabbitMQ
Data Delivery Terms
Snapshot
A complete data export at a point in time. Used for initial synchronization when first connecting.
Delta Update
A message containing only changed data rather than a full snapshot. All RabbitMQ messages after initial snapshot are deltas.
Distribution
The data delivery service that must be enabled before consuming messages. Start/Stop via API.
Package
A subscription configuration defining which data (sports, leagues, markets) you receive.
Package ID
Unique numeric identifier for your subscription. Used in RabbitMQ queue names as _PACKAGE_ID_.
Odds & Pricing Terms
Calculated Odds
Odds processed through margin calculations, ready for display to end users.
Provider Odds
Raw odds from the data provider before any margin adjustments.
Provider Odds+
Feature providing access to original provider odds alongside calculated odds.
Mainline
The primary/central line in a market with multiple line options. Typically the most liquid.
Baseline
The reference point from which handicap and total lines are calculated.
Line
The specific handicap or total value in a market (e.g., 2.5 in "Over 2.5 Goals").
Settlement Terms
Win
Selection won; full payout to bettor.
Lose
Selection lost; stake forfeited.
Refund (Void)
Bet cancelled; stake returned to bettor.
Half Win
Partial win, typically in Asian Handicap or dead heat scenarios.
Half Lose
Partial loss, typically in Asian Handicap scenarios.
Dead Heat
Two or more selections tie; stakes divided equally among tied selections.
Connection Terms
Heartbeat
Periodic message confirming connection is active. Typically every 10 seconds.
Keep Alive
Message to maintain connection during low activity periods.
Safe Message
Feature ensuring guaranteed message delivery without data loss.
Suspension
When odds are temporarily unavailable for betting, typically during active play or uncertain situations.
Entity Types
Participant
A team, player, or competitor in a fixture. Position 1 = Home, Position 2 = Away.
Provider
A source of odds or data (e.g., Bet365, Pinnacle, Betfair).
Competition / League
A series of fixtures within a sport (e.g., Premier League, NBA, Roland Garros).
Location
Country or region where a competition takes place.
Sport
The category of athletic activity (e.g., Football, Basketball, Tennis).
Platform Terms
Trading Floor
The TRADE monitoring interface for real-time fixture management during pre-match and in-play.
Coverage Hub
BOOST feature for analyzing provider coverage across sports, leagues, and markets.
Tips Feed
ENGAGE service delivering betting recommendations via RabbitMQ.
Hyper Livescore
ENGAGE real-time score and incident service with embeddable widgets.
Common ID Formats
Fixture ID
Integer
12345678
Market ID
Integer
1 (1X2), 2 (U/O)
Bet ID
Integer
11287986013115994
Provider ID
Integer
8 (Bet365)
Sport ID
Integer
6046 (Football)
Location ID
Integer
250 (England)
League ID
Integer
1001
Timestamp Format
All timestamps in ARENA360 use UTC in ISO-8601 format:
See Also
Enumerations — Complete status code reference tables
Glossary — Extended A-Z terminology
TRADE Concepts — Trading-specific concepts
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