DraftKings-owned Golden Nugget Online Gaming (GNOG) secured market access in Kansas by partnering with Butler National Corporation, the operator of Boot Hill Casino & Resort.
Under the deal, which is subject to licensing and regulatory approval, GNOG will operate an online sportsbook in Kansas, allowing players statewide to bet on sports.
New state law allows land-based casinos to offer sports betting through retail sportsbooks, per agreement with three sports betting platform providers.
Clark Stewart, president and chief executive officer of Butler National Corporation, said the operator’s aim is to have some form of sports betting open before the casino’s licensing date of September 1. said. You can start accepting bets.
“GNOG is a recognized and established brand in the gaming industry,” said Stewart. “We are excited that our customers will soon be able to experience all the excitement that online sports betting has to offer on this popular platform.
“Additionally, we are excited that DraftKings, the parent company of Golden Nugget Online Gaming, will bring a seamless, secure and premium sports betting experience to Kansans through its GNOG branded sportsbooks, subject to the necessary regulatory approvals. increase. “
Along with Boot Hill, the Kansas Star Casino, the Hollywood Casino at Kansas Speedway, and the Kansas Crossing Casino & Hotel are all allowed to open sports betting starting September 1st.
Tribal casinos are also working to reach agreements with states for sports betting and these casinos will be approved to start as soon as an agreement is reached.
