Industry Expertise
Corey has worked in the gambling industry full-time since 2022, reporting on major developments that have taken shape in Michigan. That spans from the growth in iGaming, sports wagering and the land-based market.
Corey Sharp joined Catena Media in 2022 and is the go-to expert for Michigan gambling. Born and raised in Philadelphia, PA, 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 PlayMichigan, he works alongside a talented team of expert journalists and analysts to bring you the most comprehensive and accurate coverage of gambling news in Michigan. Corey’s contacts around the industry makes him a trusted source. Corey produces daily stories and features about the gambling space.
Corey graduated from Holy Family University in Philadelphia with a bachelor’s degree in sports management.
Corey has worked in the gambling industry full-time since 2022, reporting on major developments that have taken shape in Michigan. That spans from the growth in iGaming, sports wagering and the land-based market.
Corey has served as a writer and editor and multiple publications, most notably for the Philadelphia Inquirer and NBC Sports Philadelphia. Corey covered high school, college and professional sports at two storied outlets.
Corey graduated with a bachelor's degree in sports management/marketing from Holy Family University in May 2017.
Besides the gambling industry and sports, Corey is interested in activities that improves his mental health, such as yoga, meditation and breathing exercises.
FanDuel topped BetMGM once again in July for Michigan iGaming revenue, as operators produced $250.5 million
The Michigan Gaming Control Board sent 15 cease-and-desist letters to unlicensed online gambling businesses operating within the state
Revenue was up at Detroit casinos in July compared to June, as they generated $107 million from slots, table games, and retail sports betting
Samir Naim Musharbash and Naim Samir Musharbash have been sentenced for running an illegal gambling business
Michigan's $20 million streetscape project in Greektown is expected to boost visitation at Penn Entertainment's Hollywood Casino
MGM Grand Detroit customer struck a $1.07 million jackpot on Dragon Link slot, the casino’s biggest prize of 2025.