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

New slots games debut online and at Atlantic City casino.

Rakin’ Bacon! Slots Games Debut at Borgata Atlantic City and BetMGM Online Casino

BetMGM expands its NJ casino lineup with Rakin’ Bacon! slots, which are available online and at the Borgata in Atlantic City

Corey Sharp August 21, 2025

Atlantic City casinos enjoyed a solid revenue month in July.

Atlantic City Casinos Collect $284M in July Revenue as Investments Paying Off

Atlantic City casinos produced a solid month of July, a clear sign that recent improvements are producing positive results

Corey Sharp August 18, 2025

New Jersey set the all-time record for revenue in July.

NJ Online Casinos Set All-time Revenue Record with $247.3M in July

New Jersey online casinos beat out May's record revenue in July, setting the new all-time record of $247.3 million

Corey Sharp August 15, 2025

Gov. Murphy Signs Bill Banning Sweepstakes Casinos in New Jersey

Gov. Phil Murphy officially banned sweepstakes casinos in New Jersey after signing Assembly Bill 5447 on Friday

Corey Sharp August 15, 2025

Borgata Atlantic City Asian Gaming Space Yields Success

MGM Resorts' President and CEO lauded the strong start of the new Asian gaming space at Borgata Atlantic City.

Corey Sharp August 4, 2025

Borgata Atlantic City is closing Premier Nightclub.

Borgata’s Premier Nightclub to Close in Atlantic City

Premier Nightclub, a popular nightlife attraction at Borgata Atlantic City, is slated to close at the end of the month

Corey Sharp August 12, 2025