Betrivers launched in Ohio on January 1

This article is dated January 3, 2023, content related to promotions is no longer valid. Any promotion described below has expired.

Rush Street Interactive (RSI) is ready to go live for online and mobile wagering in Ohio with its sportsbook BetRivers as soon as legalized sports betting starts on January 1, 2023. Starting New Year's Day, sports fans across the Buckeye State aged 21 and over can place bets quickly and securely from the BetRivers app and website.

The BetRivers online sportsbook features thousands of betting options and the opportunity to wager on numerous leagues across the globe, including all major U.S. collegiate and professional leagues like the NFL, MLB, NBA and NHL.  "We are really excited to offer Ohio's nearly 12 million residents betting action on the upcoming college bowls and the NFL's big game, and expect our BetRivers sportsbook to be very popular as bettors come to appreciate and trust our high-quality and innovative product that we are known for in other states," said Richard Schwartz, Chief Executive Officer of RSI.  "In addition to football, BetRivers offers our customers endless entertainment with countless other sports and betting options available for their pleasure, including an exciting range of bets on NBA and NCAA basketball."

Mr. Schwartz added, "At RSI we are constantly striving to provide a more trusted betting experience by emphasizing usability, responsibility, and transparency. Our mission is to always put the player experience first – focusing on earning and retaining player trust through our array of proprietary betting options, fast and easy payouts, and best-in-class customer service. We can't wait for Ohioans to experience all that BetRivers offers."

Special promotions for new Ohio players

To celebrate the arrival of the BetRivers Sportsbook in Ohio, BetRivers will be offering a suite of 'Daily House Specials' where bettors can expect a rotating lineup of value on the Bengals playoff push, the Cavaliers rise in the Eastern Conference, and all Ohio hometown favorites. Players can login daily for new 'Props & Boosted Odds Specials' on the biggest stars & storylines in the NFL, NBA and more.

BetRivers is offering those who sign-up a '$500 Second-Chance Bet Promotion.' New players can claim a second-chance bet worth up to $500 when they use the bonus code. BetRivers also has a unique loyalty program with a Bonus Bank, Bonus Store and a 'Refer a Friend' program where customers who refer a friend to sign-up and bet will receive a scratch card with a chance of winning from $50 to $500.