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.
DraftKings has decided to no longer accept credit cards for deposits in Michigan at its sportsbook and online casinos
With the redesign of its app, BetMGM Sportsbook offers faster betting, improved parlays, live tracking, and clear rewards for players
Michigan players can now spin Rakin’ Bacon! at BetMGM online casino and MGM Grand Detroit, with jackpots and exclusive rewards available
Michigan sportsbooks topped $22B in all-time wagers and $2B in all-time revenue in July, as DraftKings closed in on FanDuel’s lead
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