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ASAwins – Professional Sports Handicappers Lee Kostroski & Mike Merlet | ASAwins – Trusted Since 1997

The owners of American Sports Analysts (ASAwin / ASA), Lee Kostroski and Mike Merlet, bring a combined 55+ years of professional sports betting and handicapping experience. Both began their careers at Doc’s Enterprises — Lee in the late 1980s and Mike in the early 1990s. Obviously, learning the trade from one of the industry’s OG’s in Morey Moseman and one of the most established firms in the business. In 1997 they founded ASAwins and have delivered consistent results for clients ever since.

ASAwins is widely recognized as one of the top Big Game handicappers in the country. ASA has posted a winning record on Top Games in 18 of their 25 football seasons. One game stands out more than the rest, the 10-Star Midwest Game of the Year. Based in Madison, Wisconsin, ASA’s expertise is rooted in the heart of college football country, with a strong focus on Big Ten and Midwest programs.

Lee and Mike have appeared as expert football guests on radio shows across the United States. This includes markets in Tampa, New Orleans, Madison, Milwaukee, Memphis, Las Vegas, and Denver. They were also featured on the ESPN website by gaming writer Chad Millman in the early 2000’s.

ASAwins Handicapping Approach

Data, Research & Predictive AnalyticsASAwins does not rely on a single system. Instead, they combine multiple proven methods refined over decades:

A proprietary database spanning more than 30 years of detailed historical data
Weekly statistical analysis and film study of upcoming matchups
Insider contacts throughout the country, especially in the Midwest
Pointspread movement analysis compared against their own power ratings
Advanced predictive analytics and mathematical models that remove emotional bias

Every selection must pass this complete, multi-layered process before receiving the official ASA stamp of approval. This thorough approach has established Lee and Mike as two of the most tenured and respected professional sports handicappers in the industry.

Sports wagering is an investment. Put a proven, long-standing commodity to work for you. Lee and Mike of ASAwins have stood the test of time and continue to deliver the winning edge serious bettors demand.

Contact ASAwins today

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Phone: 1-888-272-1098

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