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.
Sports Illustrated has told its customers the company will exit the Great Lakes State by the end of the month
Authorities are investigating the Michigan Lottery office in Livonia after being alerted by the state Michigan Lottery
The Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians has failed to persuade the Supreme Court to hear its case against the Department of the Interior, which refused to take land into trust for a Lower Peninsula casino.
FireKeepers Online Casino is going to temporarily shut down next week to improve its platform with new games and a new loyalty program
Although May is a traditionally slow month for sports betting, Michigan sportsbooks neared $400M in handle last month, the best May ever
Fanatics reached a revenue milestone in May, helping Michigan online casinos enjoy their second-best month of all time