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Niagara Falls, NY Sees Legal Sports Betting Thanks to Seneca Nation

Seneca Nation of Indians saw the official greenlighting of sports betting at its Niagara Falls location. Seneca Niagara Resort and Casino welcomed sports wagering enthusiasts for the very first time and gave them the well-rounded experience they have been looking for. This means that all three of its tribal locations are now equipped with an operational sports betting lounge.

The tribal casino operator was ready to make things work for its casino patrons eager to place bets on sports events in a legal manner. The premium sports betting lounges Seneca Gaming Corporation had been working on over the past few months are now open for business and welcoming individuals on a daily basis. Seneca Niagara Resort and Casino was the last tribal venue to welcome wagering on sports events.

Seneca Nation of Indians wanted to see its mission accomplished by the end of 2019. This meant that locations to the likes of Buffalo and Salamanca were in for a treat, as they were able to draw sports wagering to their region. The last days of 2019 saw the ribbon-cutting ceremony held at Seneca Niagara Casino. Around 11 a.m. on December 27, players had the opportunity to learn more about the zone.

It should be taken into account that the special zone in question is a temporary one and local enthusiasts will have the chance to experience sports wagering in an entirely new way soon. The year 2020 is expected to bring a permanent sports wagering lounge on the premises of the casino venue. Rickey Armstrong Senior, President of the Seneca Nation of Indians placed the first bet.

During the launching ceremony, he had the chance to become the pioneer of sports wagering and set the tone for a successful 2020 operation, better gaming revenue, as well as improved offerings. He recently made it clear that the tribal nation is listening to its patrons and members of the community.

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Mr. Armstrong stated that locals have been seeking legal sports wagering for quite a while. This is why casino locations aim to deliver and meet their expectations. Surveys taken place earlier in 2019 brought back results that legal sports betting should be greenlighted in the foreseeable future. Gavin Mercado, Executive Director of Sports Books and Gaming, spoke about the link between fervent sports fans and wagers placed, as this adds a new layer to the experience.

Seneca Casino President and CEO Holly Gagnon was also present at the special ceremony with some crucial information on the remaining two gaming locations overseen by the tribe. She said that Seneca Allegany Resort and Casino and Buffalo Creek Casino have already met and exceeded the expectations issued ahead of their sports wagering launch. As CanadianCasinos reported, December 13 saw the official launch of sports betting at the Buffalo gaming hotspot.

The Class III location greenlighted its permanent sports betting zone, remaining on track with the expansion. Seneca Allegany Resort and Casino was the second casino location to offer in-person betting on sports events. Locals and people hailing from neighboring communities will have the opportunity to enjoy live events featuring their favorite teams to the likes of the Buffalo Bills, Sabres, and Bandits.

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Author Yolina

Yolina has followed closely the latest development on the Canadian gaming scene over the past years, monitoring the land-based, lottery, and online offerings up for grabs. The dynamic nature of the local lottery and casino fields, as well as the opportunities lying ahead of Canada fire her enthusiasm for what is to come. A sports betting enthusiast, in her spare time Yolina could be found in her natural habitat – turning the pages of biographies and catching up on the latest stand-up comedy podcasts.