PointsBet has been granted provisional certification for sports wagering by the Kansas Racing and Gaming Commission, paving the way for the launch of its sportsbook operations in Kansas on September 1. The operator secured market access through a primary skin agreement with Kansas Crossing Casino, making Kansas the 11th state in which PointsBet will offer its services. With the NFL season set to kick off on September 9, PointsBet aims to showcase its NFL in-play betting capabilities to the people of Kansas right from the start.
PointsBet’s Expansion:
Having already established a presence in states such as New Jersey, Iowa, Indiana, Illinois, Colorado, Michigan, West Virginia, Virginia, New York, and Pennsylvania, PointsBet continues its expansion into the Kansas market. The company’s CEO and managing director, Sam Swanell, expresses excitement about launching their outstanding sportsbook product in Kansas and highlights the perfect timing to showcase their NFL in-play betting offerings.
Regulation and Oversight:
The Kansas Lottery will oversee sports wagering in the state, as is the case with all forms of gaming in Kansas. Four casinos have been contracted to offer sports betting services, with Kansas Crossing Casino in Pittsburg being one of them. Through partnerships with BetMGM, Caesars, and PointsBet, Kansas Crossing Casino will provide mobile sports betting options to customers, with in-person sports wagering details to be announced in due course.
Golden Nugget’s Partnership with Boot Hill Casino:
In another development, Butler National Corporation, the operator of Boot Hill Casino & Resort in Kansas, has entered into an agreement with Golden Nugget Online Gaming (GNOG), a subsidiary of DraftKings, for its online sportsbook. Under Kansas’ new sports betting law, each casino in the state can enter into contracts with up to three sports wagering platforms. Boot Hill Casino will also offer a retail sportsbook at its Dodge City location. However, the agreement with GNOG is subject to the receipt of necessary licenses and regulatory approvals.
PointsBet’s provisional certification for sports wagering in Kansas sets the stage for its launch on September 1, allowing the operator to bring its innovative sportsbook product to the Kansas market. As the 11th state in which PointsBet operates, Kansas joins a growing list of regions benefiting from their offerings. With the NFL season on the horizon, PointsBet aims to showcase its NFL in-play betting capabilities, providing Kansas residents with an exciting and immersive sports betting experience. Additionally, the partnership between Boot Hill Casino and Golden Nugget Online Gaming demonstrates the continued interest and collaboration between casinos and sports wagering platforms in Kansas. As the state’s sports betting industry evolves, these developments mark the beginning of an exciting new era for sports betting enthusiasts in Kansas.