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Washington Spirit Enter 2021 NWSL Championship As Sportsbooks’ Slight Favorite

Bettors getting into the (Washington) Spirit of Saturday's match should check out this 2021 NWSL Championship preview.

Posted on: November 19, 2021 | | Derek Helling

DC, VA Sportsbooks Doubt Spirit’s Chances In Sunday’s NWSL Semifinal

The latest Washington Spirit semifinal odds cast the host OL Reign as one obstacle that's too large for the club to overcome Sunday.

Posted on: November 14, 2021 | | Derek Helling

Biggest Winners From Failed Richmond Casino Vote? Other Casinos In Virginia

The failed Richmond casino vote might mean greener pastures for the future casinos in other VA cities such as Norfolk and Portsmouth.

Posted on: November 5, 2021 | | Derek Helling

Virginia Kicks Off NFL Season With Near-Record Sports Betting Totals

The first-ever Virginia September sports betting numbers show the power of the NFL for Virginia sportsbooks.

Posted on: November 1, 2021 | | Derek Helling

Virginians Wonder: Why So Many TV Spots For A Sportsbook That’s Not Even Here?

Residents are wondering why there are so many TV commercials for PointsBet Virginia when the sportsbook isn't even available there.

Posted on: September 28, 2021 | | Derek Helling

Golden Nugget Commits Funding For Virginia HBCUs Ahead Of Sportsbook Launch

Golden Nugget Virginia might not be live for sports betting online yet, but there's no doubt about its interest in the state.

Posted on: September 24, 2021 | | Derek Helling

Washington DC July Handle Up $12 Million YOY, But There’s A Catch

Washington DC July handle for 2021 leaves the same figure for the same month in 2020 in the dust, but there's important context.

Posted on: August 18, 2021 | | Derek Helling

WNBA’s Betting Partners Dropped Ball On Commissioner’s Cup Opportunity

WNBA Commissioner's Cup betting at legal sportsbooks in VA and Washington, DC, left much to be desired despite corporate partnerships.

Posted on: August 13, 2021 | | Derek Helling

Virginia Sen. Joe Morrissey To Push For VGT Legalization In Next Session

After taking a trip to Illinois to observe systems, VA Sen. Joe Morrissey is ready to push for the legalization of Virginia VGT machines.

Posted on: August 2, 2021 | | Derek Helling

Casino Regulations Are Ready, But Is The Commonwealth Of Virginia?

The Virginia Lottery has approved a set of permanent Virginia casino regulations to Gov. Ralph Northam, signaling it's time for some action.

Posted on: July 22, 2021 | | Derek Helling

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Washington Spirit Enter 2021 NWSL Championship As Sportsbooks’ Slight Favorite

DC, VA Sportsbooks Doubt Spirit’s Chances In Sunday’s NWSL Semifinal

Biggest Winners From Failed Richmond Casino Vote? Other Casinos In Virginia

Virginia Kicks Off NFL Season With Near-Record Sports Betting Totals

Virginians Wonder: Why So Many TV Spots For A Sportsbook That’s Not Even Here?

Golden Nugget Commits Funding For Virginia HBCUs Ahead Of Sportsbook Launch

Washington DC July Handle Up $12 Million YOY, But There’s A Catch

WNBA’s Betting Partners Dropped Ball On Commissioner’s Cup Opportunity

Virginia Sen. Joe Morrissey To Push For VGT Legalization In Next Session

Casino Regulations Are Ready, But Is The Commonwealth Of Virginia?

Virginia’s Improved Treatment Services For Problem Gambling

SI Sportsbook Takes Root Among Virginia’s Growing List Of Operators

Here Are The Biggest Preakness Long-Shot Winners … Ever

Going Down The Stretch With The Best Horse Race Songs

Caesars Virginia Casino Launch On Hold Until 2024