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MAXIMBET OFFERS NIL CONTRACTS TO ALL 21+ DIVISION I, II & III FEMALE STUDENT-ATHLETES IN COLORADO
Lifestyle sports betting brand, which launched in Colorado last month, promotes power of women’s sports with cash and exclusive party package to 21 and up
MaximBet, the emerging online sports betting lifestyle brand operated by Carousel Group and in partnership with premier men’s brand, Maxim, announced it is offering all female student-athletes at Division I, II and III Colorado colleges and universities a Name, Image and Likeness (NIL) deal that rewards them with cash, invitations to parties, merchandise and more. The extension to all female collegiate student-athletes in Colorado is the first official dive into NIL for MaximBet and marks the first time any brand in the iGaming category has proposed an offer exclusively to women sports participants at all divisions.
“We are part of the Colorado community, and we want our users to know that we support the team and athletes in their backyards,” said Doug Terfehr, VP of Brand and Communications, MaximBet. “We hope as many qualified young women who love playing for their college or university take advantage of this offer and recognize that we support them in everything they do.”
The term of engagement is four months and includes a cash payment, as well as an invitation to the first-ever MaximBet Max-querade Party in Denver on Saturday, Oct. 30. To become part of the MaximBet NIL team, eligible athletes must follow the brand on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Twitter,and send a DM with interest on whatever social media platform she prefers. Members of the MaximBet NIL team will also receive free merchandise from the company and be asked to spotlight the brand in posts on their personal social channels. The two female athletes that secure the highest level of social engagement will receive an additional four-figure bonus on top of their cash payment.
MaximBet, who’s sports betting platform has been on fire since launching last month – including setting back-to-back-to-back record weekends in bets and new signups – is approaching the industry with a customer-first, lifestyle mindset, rewarding players with real-life experiences along with traditional bet credits, bonuses and other benefits.
Earlier this month, MaximBet announced it had gained market access in Ohio and Pennsylvania, meaning MaximBet is now live, or set to go live, in six states and Canada.
- Colorado (live)
- Indiana
- Iowa
- New Jersey
- Ohio
- Pennsylvania
In addition, earlier this year Carousel Group entered into a multi-state, 10-year partnership with Caesars Entertainment that enables the MaximBet brand to rapidly secure market access to states across the country. The deal includes both sports betting and casino.
As a lifestyle brand, MaximBet users receive experiences just for playing on the platform, along with the following advantages:
- Powered by the Latest Tech: MaximBet uses proprietary technology that has been built in-house to give players the best and safest experience possible. With decades of experience in the sports betting and technology spaces, the MaximBet tech interface offers everything from an elevated guest UX to early detection of behaviors that may potentially be dangerous to players.
- Every League, Every Event: NFL. MLB. NBA. NHL. PGA. MMA. You name it. MaximBet has every league and every sport covered, so there’s always something big to make your day. No matter your game, you’ll find sharp odds and the best props for every event on the schedule, 365 days a year.
- Exclusive Prizes and Experiences: MaximBet brings the most exclusive real-world experiences to every state it operates in, as well as awesome virtual experiences for players wherever they are. For example, MaximBet will give players the chance to win an opportunity to share a bet with their favorite influencer or celebrity and then watch a game together.
- 1x Rollover Requirement: Earning Free Bet Credits is easy. And so is turning them into cash. With a tiny 1x rollover requirement, you don’t have to bet much to get your hands on your winnings.
- Top Shelf Customer Service: MaximBet is committed to its players, ensuring an unparalleled, top shelf guest experience each time they play.
- More On the Way: If jackpots and slots or high stakes blackjack are more to your taste, then stay tuned for MaximBet casino, launching soon.
As MaximBet continues to expand in new areas, responsible gaming remains a key focus. MaximBet is proud to provide resources to help customers play responsibly.
The Wyoming Gaming Commission has approved Wyoming’s first mile-long horse racing track for 16 live race dates in 2025, as well as simulcasting and related activities. While the first racing season at Thunder Plains Park will feature temporary structures, the essential components, including barns, racing officials’ tower, video patrol towers, and spectator areas, will be in place.
The track, located 10 miles east of Cheyenne at Thunder Plains Park, will host its inaugural race day on Friday, August 1, 2025, with additional race days to follow on August 2, 3, 8-10, 15-17, 22-24, 29-31 and September 1. Dates are subject to change per the Wyoming Gaming Commission.
With its convenient location along I-80, the track is set to draw racing fans from neighboring states in the mountain west region, as well as local fans from Cheyenne and surrounding areas.
“As a fifth-generation Wyomingite, being able to bring this track to our state carries a lot of meaning,” said Ryan Clement, managing partner at Thunder Plains. “Thunder Plains sees an incredible opportunity to create a positive impact not only on the Wyoming horse racing industry but also the area’s economy, in terms of new job opportunities and tourism revenue.”
Through partnerships with elite industry veterans and horsemen, Thunder Plains looks forward to bringing high-quality, high-caliber racing to Laramie County.
“We’ve established a strong partnership with 1/ST, North America’s preeminent Thoroughbred racing, entertainment and pari-mutuel wagering company,” said Clement. “They’ve set the standard for horse safety across the nation, and we’re looking forward to bringing that strong emphasis on safety and track protocols to Wyoming.”
Of the partnership with Thunder Plains, 1/ST TECHNOLOGY’s Senior Vice President Jeff True said he sees exciting opportunities ahead.
“1/ST has a long history of operating premier racetracks and premier racing events across the country. We are thrilled to be entering the Wyoming horse racing market together with our local Wyoming partners, and we look forward to lending our expertise to help grow Wyoming horse racing.”
For all simulcasting operations, 1/ST will leverage the expertise of its affiliates at Monarch Content Management, AmTote International, and PariMAX.
“Our racetrack will be operated with numerous horse safety and welfare protocols in place,” Clement said. “The track itself, being a mile long and eighty feet wide, dramatically improves horse and rider safety. Throughout track design and construction, we collaborated with Dennis Moore, a renowned track surface specialist, to ensure the safest, most high-quality racing surface.”
Moore’s professional history includes designing and building world-class racetracks across the county, as well as consulting on track safety projects at racetracks across the country and around the world. Moore’s projects have included the racing surfaces at Santa Anita Park, Del Mar, Lone Star Park, Remington Park and in Dubai, among others.
Future plans at Thunder Plains Park include building a regional equestrian center and establishing a high-altitude horse training and breeding program.
21VIRAL has confirmed the integration of Bitblox’s unique crypto-price-based games into its platform. This distribution deal allows 21VIRAL access to popular games such as “3 in a Row,” “Up or Down?” and “Up or Down? Turbo.”
In these prediction games, players can guess whether the price of Bitcoin will rise or fall. The timing is particularly favourable, as the recent bull run in cryptocurrencies and heightened mainstream awareness following the US presidential election have contributed to their popularity.
Christoph Härtel, CEO of 21VIRAL, stated, “We are excited to onboard Bitblox Games to our GameConnector platform. These unique games, based on the crypto market, are highly entertaining and engaging, providing our operator partners with an innovative way to attract and retain players across Latin America.”
Brandt Page, CEO of Bitblox Games, added, “Working with the 21VIRAL team has been a pleasure, from our initial discussions to the contract exchange. The fast integration took less than four weeks, which is a significant advantage for any game studio like ours. Speed to market is crucial for optimal distribution of our crypto-prediction games.”
“The recent developments in the US have led to a surge in the crypto market, increasing the demand for our games within the iGaming ecosystem. As awareness of cryptocurrencies continues to grow in mainstream media, we look forward to collaborating with 21VIRAL and expanding our distribution in the Latin American market”.
Bettors in Arizona wagered approximately $732 million on sports in September of 2024, according to a new report by the Arizona Department of Gaming. This represents an approximate 20% increase when compared to September of 2023.
The state collected approximately $3.96 million in privilege fees in the month. You can view the full September report on the ADG website: LINK.
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