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

Prohibition on NJ Universities Partnering with Sportsbooks Signed into Law

Gov. Phil Murphy signed a bill into law that prohibits New Jersey sportsbook operators from partnering with public universities

Corey Sharp July 9, 2025

New Jersey Finalizes Online Gambling Tax Hike

Gov. Phil Murphy signed the Fiscal Year 2026 budget that will implement a tax hike to sports betting and online casinos to 19.75%

Corey Sharp June 24, 2025

Sweepstakes Casinos Ban Passes 2 Chambers, Ready for Governor’s Signature

A bill that effectively bans sweepstakes casinos in New Jersey moved through the statehouse Monday and is expected to be signed into law

Corey Sharp July 1, 2025

Caesars Launches Omnichannel Experience Remote Reels in New Jersey

Caesars announced a new omnichannel experience called Remote Reels, which brings together retail and online casino concepts

Corey Sharp June 27, 2025

Bill to Ban Sweepstakes Casinos Moves Through NJ Assembly

The NJ Legislature took another step towards a sweepstakes casinos ban as AB 5447 was voted out of the Assembly Appropriations Committee

Corey Sharp June 25, 2025

A bill to ban college player prop betting is moving through the NJ Senate.

College Prop Betting Ban Bill Advances in New Jersey Senate

Legislation banning college player prop betting, aimed at protecting student-athletes, passed a key Senate committee last week

Corey Sharp June 23, 2025