Caesars sportsbook launches in Maine
Legalized sports betting came into effect on November 3 in the Pine Tree State, with operator partnering with three of the Wabanaki Nations
Caesars has launched is sportsbook in Maine through its sports wagering platform Caesars Sportsbook.
The announcement coincided with legalized sports betting coming into effect in the Pine Tree State, November 3.
The sportsbook launches in partnership with three of the Wabanaki Nations: the Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians, the Mi’kmaq Nation and the Penobscot Nation.
As part of the launch, new customers in Maine will be able to tap into Caesars’ debut promotion, which will see them awarded a $100 bonus for betting $50.
Eric Hession, Caesars Digital president, praised the launch as well as thanking Maine’s politicians for bringing wagering to the state.
Hession said: “Maine sports fans deserve an elevated sports wagering experience that matches the pedigree of sports fandom in New England.
“The launch of Caesars Sportsbook delivers on that pedigree with a platform built for the modern sports fan 21 and older with exciting ways to wager responsibly on the sports they love.
“We’d like to thank Governor Janet Mills and the Maine Legislature for making this launch possible, as well as the Maine Gambling Control Unit for all they have done throughout this process.”
Chief Clarissa Sabattis of the Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians said: “The Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians is thrilled to offer the first legal online sports wagering in Maine in partnership with the Penobscot Nation, the Mi’kmaq Nation, and Caesars Sportsbook.
“Our three Wabanaki Nations searched long and hard for a partner who shares Maine values. We found that partner in Caesars Sportsbook. Caesars is committed to helping make all our tribal and non-tribal communities stronger and safer.
“The revenues from sports wagering will be used by our tribal governments and the State to support law enforcement, health care, housing, and education throughout Maine. Working together, we are stronger.”
In Maine, sportsbooks are only allowed to accept bets from those located and present in the state, with geolocation software a must by a firm operating in the Pine Tree State.