
Corey Sharp
Lead Writer
Corey Sharp joined Catena Media in April 2022 and covers the sports betting and gambling industry in Pennsylvania. He previously worked for the Philadelphia Inquirer and NBC Sports Philadelphia as a sports journalist and content producer.
In Corey’s role as Lead Writer for PlayPennsylvania, he works alongside a talented team of expert journalists and analysts to bring you the most comprehensive and accurate coverage of sports betting and gambling news in Pennsylvania.
Corey graduated from Holy Family University with a bachelor’s degree in sports management. He resides in Philadelphia and is a 4-for-4 Philadelphia sports fan.
Must Read Pennsylvania Sports Betting Articles by Corey Sharp
Sports Industry News: Erin Dolan Still True to Philadelphia Area Roots While Doling Out Sports Betting Insight On ESPN
Sports Industry News: Heisman Favorites Sign Some Of The Largest NIL Deals
Sports Industry News: Penn State Football Players Cash In On Name, Image and Likeness Deals in Year One
Sports Betting Analysis: Jalen Hurts NFL Props And Betting Analysis
Philadelphia Sports News: Less Dollar Dog Nights Don’t Pass the Mustard With Phillies Fans
PA Gambling Industry Articles by Corey Sharp
Casino News: The Landing Hotel At Rivers Casino Pittsburgh Opening In September
Online Casino News: FanDuel Launches Branded Online Live Dealer Games in Pennsylvania, Improving Sportsbook Cross-Sell
Responsible Gambling: How To Sign Up For PA Gambling Self Exclusion And More Frequently Asked Questions
Statements on PA Gambling Industry
On the state of Pennsylvania gaming revenue:
“Gambling in Pennsylvania is booming right now as the state shattered revenue numbers for the fiscal year 2022, crossing $5 billion for the first time ever. Pennsylvania online casinos continue to be an important moneymaker for the state, breaking the $1 billion mark for the fiscal year 2021-22.”
On the state of sports betting in PA:
“Pennsylvania is one of the richest and most competitive sports betting states in the country with 14 online sportsbooks in operation, and several more waiting in line to launch. PA lands among the top 5 US states for highest sportsbook handle in any given month.”
On NFL betting in Pennsylvania:
“The NFL season is sportsbooks’ time to shine. PA’s record handle of $793.7 million from January 2022 will soon be a distant memory as PA sportsbooks get back to routinely breaking state records during NFL.”
Posts by Corey Sharp:
- Pennsylvania Poker Player Organizing Campaign For Multi-State Compact, 30 Jan 2023
- Parx Casino Is Planning To Build A Hotel In Bensalem, 27 Jan 2023
- How Pennsylvania Set New $5.2 Billion Gambling Revenue Record in 2022, 27 Jan 2023
- Rivers Casino Philadelphia Brings Back Indoor Smoking, 24 Jan 2023
- Top 5 Ways This Philadelphia Eagles Team Resembles 2018 Super Bowl Winners, 23 Jan 2023
- First Fanatics Sportsbook Debuts In Maryland; Will PA Be Next?, 20 Jan 2023
- Live! Casino Philadelphia Expecting ‘Crazy’ Atmosphere For Eagles Playoff Run, 19 Jan 2023
- PA Online Casinos Top US Revenue Record For Third Straight Month With $166.9 Million, 18 Jan 2023
- PA Sportsbooks Take $755 Million In December Bets, Revenue Jumps 88% YoY, 18 Jan 2023
- Parx Casino Shippensburg Hosts Testing Days Ahead Of Grand Opening, 18 Jan 2023