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

Mega Millions Billionaire Winner Yet To Come Forward In New Jersey After Six Months

A Neptune, New Jersey, player who won the $1.128 billion Mega Millions jackpot in March has yet to claim the prize. The deadline closes in six months.

Corey Sharp October 2, 2024

Illustrated skyline of Atlantic City casinos

Industry Expert: Online Casinos ‘Not a Substitute’ For Atlantic City Casino Experience

An industry expert explained that New Jersey online casinos are not competing with Atlantic City casinos. In fact, they can co-exist.

Corey Sharp September 30, 2024

Play'n Go partners with bet365 for online casino gaming in New Jersey

New Partnership Brings Popular Play’n Go Titles To Bet365 NJ Online Casino

Bet365 partnered with Play'n Go to launch popular slots for New Jersey online casino players as it attempts to gain market share in the Garden State.

Corey Sharp September 27, 2024

Two puzzle pieces fit together for a story on how Flutter can acquire and improve ESPN Bet in the New Jersey sports betting and online casino markets.

Why Flutter Acquiring ESPN BET Would Be A Good Fit In New Jersey

The EKG Line suggests Flutter acquiring, with the hopes of improving, ESPN Bet would be a good investment for the New Jersey gambling leader.

Corey Sharp July 15, 2024

NJ Sportsbooks Generate $80 Million In Revenue, Best July Of All Time

NJ sportsbooks produced $80 million in revenue last month, which is the best July of all-time in the Garden State.

Corey Sharp August 19, 2024

Rutgers running back Kyle Monangai celebrates against Akron.

Bill To Ban Sportsbook Partnerships With NJ Universities Moves Out Of Assembly

A bill to ban partnerships involving direct advertising between New Jersey sportsbooks and state colleges has moved out of the state Assembly.

Corey Sharp September 26, 2024