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

Atlantic City casino revenue delivers best August since 2012.

Atlantic City Casinos Post Best Month in 12 Years with Nearly $312M Revenue in August

Atlantic City casinos cross $300M in August for first time since 2012, marking the best summer in over a decade

Corey Sharp September 17, 2025

NJ online casinos set new revenue record in August.

New Jersey Online Casinos Set Another Monthly Record With Over $248M in August

New Jersey online casinos posted $248.4 million last month, setting a new monthly revenue record and continuing its growth streak

Corey Sharp September 16, 2025

Any ruling on prediction markets could help regulated sportsbooks in NJ.

NJ Sportsbooks Could Gain Edge Regardless of Prediction Market Ruling

A court ruling on prediction markets could reshape NJ gambling, but one analyst says sportsbooks stand to benefit no matter the outcome

Corey Sharp September 15, 2025

New Jersey enjoys windfall from Powerball ride.

Powerball Jackpot Missed, But New Jersey Still Scores $70M in Winnings and Benefits

NJ missed the $1.7 billion Powerball jackpot, but players, retailers, and pensions still gained $70M in prizes, commissions, and benefits

Corey Sharp September 11, 2025

hard rock bet casino partners with rlx gaming in new jersey

Hard Rock Bet Casino Adds RLX Gaming Slots to Expand NJ Online Offering

Hard Rock Bet Casino NJ expands with RLX Gaming slots, adding fan favorites like Temple Tumble and The Great Pigsby to its 3,300+ game library

Corey Sharp September 8, 2025

New Jersey court postpones decision on national gamblers helpline.

New Jersey Court Pushes Back National Gambling Helpline Ruling to Sept. 22

The ruling over who controls the 1-800-GAMBLER helpline has been delayed again by a New Jersey court, with a new date set for Sept. 22

Corey Sharp September 5, 2025