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Belmont Bruins

Belmont, another TN school most known for basketball, has made the NCAA tournament eight times since 2006.

Bryan Zarpentine

Job Titles:
  • Freelance Writer and Editor
Bryan Zarpentine is a freelance writer and editor. He is a graduate of Syracuse University and has worked as a freelance writer in the sports and sports betting industries for over a decade. Bryan's past work has covered a wide array of sports, including MLB, the NFL, college football, college basketball, the NBA, and world soccer.

Cleveland Browns

The Browns are the oldest NFL franchise in the NFL, but the franchise changed hands in the 1990s when the Browns left Cleveland for Baltimore. Cleveland restarted the Browns franchise a few years later, and they have remained ever since. While they are expected to be improving now, the team is most known for their well-documented struggles over the last 20 years. The Browns have not won a Super Bowl but have won eight league championships between 1946 and 1964. They have 11 conference championships and 12 division titles. A new and improved roster has fans expecting the team to finally win, though that has yet to happen.

Colorado Grande Casino

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  • Retail Partner ( Casino )
The Colorado Grande Casino has one of the most unique aesthetics of all Colorado casinos and resorts.

Columbus Blue

While the Blue Jackets haven't won much since their launch in 2000, they have established a solid fanbase in Ohio. They have averaged over 16,000 fans per game over the last four seasons, which is impressive considering the arena holds just 20,000. However, the team must find a way to win to keep fans engaged and the team in Columbus.

Dostal Alley Casino

Job Titles:
  • Retail Partner ( Casino )

Eric Adams

Job Titles:
  • Mayor
Mayor Eric Adams' office showed support for a new measure that would allow casino-build projects to commence without falling victim to the land-use review, which has spelled the end of many previous proposals. However, Manhattan Community Board 6 voted Wednesday 39-1 against the idea.

Francisco Moya

Job Titles:
  • New York City Council Member

Grand Z Casino

The Grand Z Casino launched its sportsbook in partnership with Play Maverick Sports in January 2021. This place is special because it has a "Mile High Room" with guests on Fridays and Saturdays, along with over 400 slots, table games, and other gambling attractions.

Grant Mitchell

Grant is a sports and sports betting journalist who prides himself in his up-to-the-minute reporting on the latest events in the industry. A member of Virginia Tech's 2021 graduating class, he has quickly put together an impressive portfolio since moving to the professional world full-time. Grant's favorite sports to cover are basketball and both types of football (American and soccer), and he is pushing written, audio, and video content. He has been employed by companies as highly regarded as Forbes and continues on a great trajectory in the industry. When he's not on the clock, you can find Grant at the gym, looking for adventures, or hanging out with his family.

JACK Cleveland Casino

JACK recently built their Ohio sports betting sportsbook, which they operate using their betJACK platform. This location has the classic sportsbook feel, with betting windows, kicks, and comfy seating surrounded by TV screens. If you love visiting sportsbooks in Vegas or Atlantic City, we highly recommend checking out this Cleveland staple.

Kenyan R. McDuffie

Job Titles:
  • D.C. Council Member and Chairman of the Business and Economic Development Committee
D.C. Council member and chairman of the business and economic development committee, Kenyan R. McDuffie (I-At Large), said that the operator produced just over $4.3 million from the time it launched to the start of the new year, an underperformance of more than 95%.

Lady Luck Casino

Lady Luck premiered the William Hill sportsbook (since converted to the Caesars sportsbook) in July 2020. This hotel-casino has advanced rewards for overnight visitors and prospective sports bettors, 400 + slot machines, a restaurant, a bar, and luxurious hotel rooms. This is yet another top-tier destination in the popular Black Hawk area.

Louisiana Betting Law

While sports betting has become accessible in numerous states across the United States, it's essential to recognize that each state has its own set of sports betting laws. Below, we'll look at LA's

Louisiana Downs

Louisiana Downs: Located in Bossier City, Louisiana Downs is owned by Rubio Acquisition Corp. It opened in 1974 and has 150,000 square feet of gaming space. Considered a racino, Louisiana Downs was sold to Rubico in 2021.

Michael Savio

Michael is an avid sports fan and a veteran bettor from Milwaukee, Wisconsin. As an adult, Michael started picking games for a small sports betting site and has built it into a career. His experience allows him to provide tips and information to help other bettors improve their game. Michael is an avid sports fan and a veteran bettor from Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He learned the trade from his grandfather in Las Vegas as a kid. As an adult, Michael started picking games for a small sports betting site and has built it into a career. His experience allows him to provide tips and information to help other bettors improve their game. Michael cheers for all Wisconsin pro teams, the Arizona State Sun Devils (his alma mater), and the Ottawa Senators. He specializes in baseball betting but has extensive experience in football, basketball, and hockey. When he isn't pouring over stats, he's spending time with his two young children or hiking and enjoying the outdoors.

Ohio Betting Law

Though it took some time for Ohio sports betting to be passed into law, there are very few things that legislators prohibited when creating it. Most of the rules set by HB 29 are common in other large sports betting markets, and it has made Ohio the sports betting destination in the Midwest. All bettors must be at least 21 years old and inside state lines to participate in Ohio sports betting.

Red Bulls

Inter Miami vs. New York Red Bulls sees both teams entering the fray with key players sidelined due to injuries, promising a match rich in strategy. For an exciting contest, the best bet remains Total Goals Over 2.5 (-110) at FanDuel.

Richard Janvrin

After graduating from the University of New Hampshire with a BA in Journalism, Richard Janvrin has been covering iGaming and sports betting since December 2018. His first freelance writing opportunity was with Gambling.com. Since then, Richard has covered sports and iGaming for notable outlets such as Bleacher Report, Forbes, The Game Day, Pro Football Focus, and more. Outside work, Richard enjoys planning trips with his family, going to his 12-year-old son's football games, making YouTube content about heavy metal music, and streaming on Twitch; and he's also a musician who was once in a band but is now creating his own music.

Rowan Fisher-Shotton

Meet the newest wordsmith on the block, Rowan - Your go-to guy for all things sports, betting, and casino excitement. With a passion for the game that rivals the energy of a game-winning buzzer-beater, he brings a unique blend of insightful sports analysis, riveting commentary, and in-depth reviews to the pages of USA Legal Betting. Rowan's heart beats loudest for the NBA, NFL, and NCAA (both football and basketball), but he's an avid sports fan through and through. As a die-hard fan of the Buffalo Bills and the Toronto Raptors, he bleeds blue and red. When he's not dissecting the latest matchups, you'll find him soaking up the great outdoors, breaking a sweat at the gym or nose buried in a captivating read.

Shauli Zacks

Shauli Zacks is a big sports fan from Detroit, MI. He grew up playing hockey, basketball, football, and baseball with dreams of being a sports radio host. While that dream didn't work out, he has enjoyed a long career as a content writer specializing in the gambling industry. Shauli has played at and reviewed many different online casinos and sportsbooks. He used his understanding of sports and casino games to write tutorials on how to play casino games, betting tips, and strategies. Although he left Detroit a few years ago, Shauli still watches the Lions, Pistons, Tigers, Red Wings, and Wolverines whenever he can. When he isn't playing basketball or watching sports on TV, he likes to hang out with his wife and 5 kids. His hobbies include running, swimming, watching TV, and skiing when he gets the chance.

Tennessee Betting Law

While sports betting is available in many states throughout the United States, each state, has different sports betting laws and that includes Tennessee sports betting. We'll outline the unique parts of the TN legislation.

Tennis Majors

One of Tennis' most important tournaments is set to kick off as the US Open begins in New York. The field is set, so we are sharing the latest odds to win the tournament and the latest insights to help you pick a winner.

Wild Card

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  • Retail Partner ( Casino )