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

A New Jersey bill restricting online micro-betting advanced in an Assembly committee as lawmakers continue a responsible gambling push.

NJ Lawmakers Move Forward With Online Micro-betting Restrictions

A bill limiting online micro-betting moved forward Monday, as New Jersey lawmakers continue to focus on responsible gambling this legislative session

Corey Sharp June 2, 2026

Tilman Fertitta's Caesars acquisition faces New Jersey regulatory review and could expand his Atlantic City presence.

New Jersey Regulators to Review Fertitta Acquisition of Caesars

New Jersey regulators will review Tilman Fertitta's planned Caesars acquisition at the time of closing

Corey Sharp June 1, 2026

Atlantic City casino profits fell nearly 23% in Q1 as rising operating costs outweighed steady revenue growth.

Atlantic City Casino Profits Plunge 22.9% in Q1 Despite Steady Revenue

Atlantic City casinos reported flat revenue but sharply lower profits during the first quarter of 2026

Corey Sharp May 26, 2026

New Jersey lawmakers advanced responsible gambling bills targeting customer account limits, gambling ads, and self-exclusion rules.

New Jersey Senate Advances Trio of Responsible Gambling Measures

Three New Jersey gambling bills would tighten ad rules, increase customer transparency, and expand self-exclusion measures

Corey Sharp May 21, 2026

New Jersey Bill Would Mandate Monthly Gambling Activity Notifications

New Jersey lawmakers introduced a bill requiring gambling operators to send monthly win-loss notifications to bettors.

Corey Sharp May 19, 2026

NJ health officials are urging action on the smoking loophole in Atlantic City casinos to better protect workers.

NJ Health Officials Call for Action on Smoking in Atlantic City Casinos

NJ health officials voted to back an effort to ban smoking in Atlantic City casinos

Corey Sharp May 18, 2026