DraftKings set to launch online operations in Kansas on September 1
Gaming operator opening permanent retail sportsbook in Louisiana on same day
Online sports betting in Kansas is set to officially launch on September 1, and DraftKings will be on the starting lines.
Pending regulatory approvals, Kansas will become the 18th state of operation for DraftKings, which will be rolling out its online sportsbook product via its partnership with Boot Hill Casino & Resort just ahead of the kickoff of the 2022 NFL season.
“We’re thrilled to have the opportunity to deliver our award-winning products to Kansas sports fans for the 2022 NFL and college football seasons,” said DraftKings co-founder and president Matt Kalish.
“It’s an especially exhilarating time of year, and we are excited for eligible Kansans to be able to get in on all the action through DraftKings’ seamless and responsible sports betting experience.”
The DraftKings Sportsbook app will be available on iOS and Android devices once it’s approved for launch.
Concurrent to its Kansas launch, DraftKings will also be formally opening its permanent retail sportsbook at Golden Nugget Lake Charles in Louisiana on September 1.
The sportsbook, which replaces the previous temporary retail DraftKings Sportsbook at the Lake Charles property, will be the biggest in the Bayou State at 12,000 square feet.
Features of the new venue include over 3,200 square feet of LED televisions, 300 lounge seats and separate VIP areas for optimal viewing purposes. Bettors will be able to place their wagers at five ticket windows as well as 30 self-service kiosks spread throughout the casino.
A full-service restaurant, the DraftKings Sportsbook Bar & Grill, will offer a variety of food and beverages for breakfast, lunch and dinner, including a ‘quick-grab’ menu for anyone on the go.
“Just in time for football season, we look forward to offering our guests the excitement of live games in an immersive audio-visual experience,” said Fertitta Entertainment COO of Gaming Gerry Del Prete. “We believe this DraftKings Sportsbook will raise the standards in sports betting and offer an unparalleled entertainment experience.”
In addition to a full menu of DraftKings’ sports betting offerings, the sportsbook will also feature 16 video poker machines and three Blackjack tables.