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.
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.
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.
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.
Gov. Phil Murphy established a Responsible Gambling Task Force in a 109-page document that was published on Monday.
Atlantic City casinos increased revenue by 13.5% month-over-month in March, but fell again to the iGaming market.
New Jersey online casinos recovered in March to produced a new revenue record of $243.9 million, shattering December 2024's total.
Ocean Casino Resort is investing $50 million in 2025 to redesign guest rooms and add more dining experiences, along with entertainment.
Prospect Park council member, Anand Shah, was arrested with 38 others in connection to an illegal gambling ring.
The Triple Treasure slot game has been launched as an omnichannel experience for customers at the retail Borgata at BetMGM online.