BetMGM secures market access in Washington State

BetMGM has signed an exclusive market access partnership with the Puyallup Tribe of Indians to operate retail sports betting at the Emerald Queen Casino (EQC) in Washington State. The casino operates two properties in Fife and Tacoma. Sports betting will be available at both locations pending regulatory approvals.

The BetMGM EQC Sportsbook in Tacoma will feature sports betting and viewing technology. Guests will be able to place bets at any of six ticket windows and 30 kiosks. The sports viewing area will includes a dozen 86" high-def TVs and a 500+ square foot LED Wall. EQC Fife will offer sports betting at 22 betting kiosks. "Today's announcement marks another key moment in the expansion of BetMGM as we extend our western footprint into Washington," said BetMGM CEO Adam Greenblatt. "The Puyallup Tribe and Emerald Queen Casino are ideal partners for us as they represent the same high-level of service, amenities and experiences that is built into our DNA at BetMGM."  Frank Wright Jr., General Manager of Emerald Queen, added: "We are very excited to be working with BetMGM to bring legal sports betting to sports fans in the Pacific Northwest. As industry leaders, EQC and BetMGM are two entertainment powerhouses, and combined we will deliver the ultimate fan experience in sports betting."