Corey Sharp

Corey Sharp joined Catena Media in 2022 and is the go-to expert for New Jersey 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 PlayNJ, he works alongside a talented team of expert journalists and analysts to bring you the most comprehensive and accurate coverage of gambling news in New Jersey. 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.

Industry Expertise

Corey has worked in the gambling industry full-time since 2022, reporting on major developments that have taken shape in New Jersey. That spans from the growth in iGaming, sports wagering and the Atlantic City casino market.

Editorial Background

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.

Education

Corey graduated with a bachelor's degree in sports management/marketing from Holy Family University in May 2017.

Personal Interests

Besides the gambling industry and sports, Corey is interested in activities that improves his mental health, such as yoga, meditation and breathing exercises.

Posts by Corey Sharp

Borgata Atlantic City is adding a new entertainment venue next year.

Borgata Atlantic City to Open New Entertainment Venue with Big Night in 2026

Borgata Atlantic City is partnering with Big Night to open a new 18,000-square-foot live entertainment venue next summer

Corey Sharp October 7, 2025

National Council on Problem Gambling adds new helpline.

National Council Continues Support for Problem Gamblers After Losing 1-800-GAMBLER Case

After losing 1-800-GAMBLER, the National Council on Problem Gambling will continue its mission with a new helpline

Corey Sharp October 3, 2025

A NJ council has reassumed control of 1-800-GAMBLER helpline.

New Jersey Council Reassumes Control of 1-800-GAMBLER Helpline

Now that a New Jersey council has regained control of 1-800-GAMBLER, it promises uninterrupted access and strong standards

Corey Sharp October 1, 2025

New Jersey Council Wins Court Ruling on National Gambling Helpline

New Jersey council has vowed uninterrupted services for problem gamblers after winning a court ruling on the national gambling helpline

Corey Sharp September 23, 2025

After successful summer for Atlantic City casinos, employees renew efforts to ban smoking.

Successful Summer for Atlantic City Casinos Renews Calls to Ban Smoking

Atlantic City casinos earned $855M this summer, their best in years, as workers renew calls to ban indoor smoking for employee health

Corey Sharp September 19, 2025

NJ gaming regulators have proposed new rules to help problem gamblers.

NJ Gaming Regulators Target Problem Gambling With New Responsible Play Rules

The NJ DGE proposed new responsible gaming rules to address problem gambling, requiring operators to flag at-risk players and add safeguards

Corey Sharp September 17, 2025