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These markets focus on predicting the point differential between South Carolina and Alabama specifically during the third quarter of their college football game. Each market corresponds to a different threshold of points by which either team must lead at the end of the third quarter to settle the outcome.
All markets resolve based solely on points scored during the third quarter of play in the South Carolina vs Alabama college football game scheduled for September 26, 2026. A 'Yes' outcome occurs if the specified team wins the third quarter by exceeding the stated point margin—for example, Alabama winning by over 10.5 points or South Carolina winning by over 2.5 points. If the game is postponed but commences within 48 hours of its original start time, markets remain open and resolve according to the official result. Should the game fail to start within this 48-hour window, markets resolve to a fair price. All markets are independent and evaluated exclusively on third-quarter performance, with no consideration given to the full-game result or any other quarter’s scoring.
Prediction market odds often reflect the wisdom of the crowd, potentially differing from traditional sportsbook odds. Sportsbooks set lines based on their own models and aim to balance action on both sides, while this market is driven by individuals trading based on their own information and beliefs. It’s common to see discrepancies, especially as new information emerges or public sentiment shifts. These differences can create opportunities for arbitrage, where traders attempt to profit from the mispricing between the two types of markets. However, it’s important to remember that both represent probabilities of an outcome.
On Kalshi, this market is priced using a continuous double auction. Traders buy and sell contracts representing their belief about whether Alabama will win the 3rd quarter by more than 2.5 points. The price of a contract ranges from 0 to 100, representing the probability of that outcome occurring. As more people buy contracts for a particular outcome, the price increases, and vice versa. On Kalshi, prices reflect that venue's order book, liquidity, and how traders price the outcome right now. This dynamic pricing mechanism allows the market to quickly incorporate new information and reflect the collective intelligence of the traders participating.
This market resolves around Sep 27, 2026, with the outcome confirmed once the final 3rd quarter spread of the South Carolina vs Alabama game is verifiable from credible public reporting. The resolution will be based on the official result reported by the governing body of college football. The market will determine whether Alabama won the 3rd quarter by more than 2.5 points, as defined by the initial market conditions. All contracts will then be settled based on whether the outcome matches the purchased contract.
Several signals could significantly move this market. Any news regarding injuries to key players on either the South Carolina or Alabama teams would likely have a substantial impact. Changes in weather forecasts, particularly if they suggest adverse conditions, could also shift the odds. Furthermore, in-game performance during the first and second quarters could influence traders' expectations for the second half. Finally, any significant public announcements or expert analysis regarding team strategies or matchups could also contribute to price fluctuations in this market.