FanDuel Launches Sportsbook at Squaxin Island Clearwater Casino Resort
FanDuel has joined forces with the Squaxin Island Tribe to establish a new sports betting facility at the Squaxin Island Clearwater Casino Resort in Washington.
The fresh sports betting area, which covers 2,086 square feet, boasts three live wagering windows and 12 IGT PlaySports self-service betting terminals. NFL icons Steve Largent and Jim Zorn were present for the grand opening and made the initial wagers at the location.
FanDuel initially teamed up with the Squaxin Island Tribe in September 2021, granting the operator access to the Washington market.
“We are thrilled to collaborate with FanDuel, the top sports betting platform in the United States, as our exclusive partner in Washington,” stated Leon Ramirez, CEO of Port Madison Enterprises, the Squaxin Island Tribe’s business division. “The combined efforts of the Squaxin Island Tribe Gaming Commission, the Washington State Gambling Commission, FanDuel, and numerous casino employees have made this a reality, and we are delighted that our sportsbook is now operational.”
Washington state legalized sports betting last September following the U.S. Department of the Interior’s approval of nine tribal sports betting agreements.
DraftKings collaborated with the Tulalip Tribes, while BetMGM partnered with the Puyallup Tribe.
Keith Wall, FanDuel’s senior vice president of retail operations, stated, “This is a significant development for us as it allows us to broaden our retail operations to the West Coast.
“The Suquamish Tribe has been an exceptional collaborator throughout this entire process, and the Suquamish Clearwater Casino Resort is an outstanding destination that everyone should visit to experience the breathtaking views, first-rate entertainment, and now, authorized sports wagering.”
Washington is now the fourteenth state where FanDuel has commenced operations, following launches in states such as Arizona, New York, New Jersey, and Michigan.
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