Today sports betting in Ohio is legal – both in person and online, via a plethora of gambling sites and apps
Ohio went all in on sports betting when Governor Mike DeWine affixed his signature to House Bill 29 on December 22nd, 2021, marking the day when sports betting gained legal status in the state.
Subsequent to the bill’s endorsement, the Ohio Casino Gaming Control Commission commenced the task of formulating the intricate rules and regulations that would govern the sports betting landscape.
The much-anticipated launch of sports betting in Ohio was scheduled for no later than January 1st, 2023, and on that significant day, both the digital and brick-and-mortar facets of the industry became fully operational.
Who is Responsible for Ohio’s regulated sports betting and gambling industry?
The Ohio sports betting arena is under the vigilant supervision of the Ohio Casino Gaming Control Commission. This regulatory body not only oversees the operational framework but also spearheads the creation of essential rules and guidelines for the industry, all while steering the operator application process.
Which legal sportsbooks have established their presence in Ohio?
Ohio’s sports betting legislation extends its arms to a diverse array of entities, including casinos, racinos, sports teams, and local businesses, enabling them to apply for coveted sports wagering licenses. According to the legislation, the state can host a total of 42 physical sports betting destinations.
Racetracks: Ohio has 7 racinos – racetracks which offer slot style casino games on the premises andn which operate a retail sportsbook on site. Generally Racinos in OH partner with an online sports betting partner.
As of now, the following 15 gaming and racing establishments have secured approval for retail sportsbooks. Expect more venues to grace the ever-expanding list in the coming months.
| Brick & Mortar Property | Sportsbook | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Belterra Park | FanDuel | Anderson Township |
| Eldorado Gaming Scioto Downs | Caesars | Columbus |
| Great American Ball Park | BetMGM | Cincinnati |
| Hard Rock Casino Cincinnati | Hard Rock | Cincinnati |
| Hollywood Casino Columbus | Barstool | Columbus |
| Hollywood Casino Toledo | Barstool | Toledo |
| Hollywood Gaming at Dayton Raceway | Barstool | Dayton |
| Hollywood Gaming at Mahoning Valley | Barstool | Youngstown |
| JACK Cleveland Casino | BetJACK | Cleveland |
| JACK Thistledown Racino | BetJACK | Cleveland |
| MGM Northfield Park | BetMGM | Northfield |
| Miami Valley Gaming | MVGBet | Lebanon |
| Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse | Caesars | Cleveland |
| Taft’s Ale House | SuperBook | Cincinnati |
Ohio’s sports betting legislation goes the extra mile by permitting the installation of sports betting kiosks at various businesses across the state. An extensive roster of approved sports betting kiosk operators can be found here.
Exploring Sports Betting Apps in Ohio
Ohio’s progressive legislation also ushers in the era of mobile sports betting, allowing mobile operators to vie for one of the 25 available online sports betting licenses.
Notably, these online licenses do not necessitate a connection to a land-based gambling license holder.
| Sportsbook | Launched |
|---|---|
| DraftKings | January 1st 2023 |
| FanDuel | January 1st 2023 |
| Caesars Sportsbook | January 1st 2023 |
| BetMGM | January 1st 2023 |
| Barstool Sportsbook | January 1st 2023 |
| Bally Bet | January 1st 2023 |
| PointsBet | January 1st 2023 |
| Bet365 | January 1st 2023 |
| Tipico | January 1st 2023 |
| BetRivers | January 1st 2023 |
| Betfred | January 1st 2023 |
| Hard Rock | January 1st 2023 |
| Betway | January 1st 2023 |
| betPARX | January 1st 2023 |
| betly | TBC |
| Superbook | January 1st 2023 |
| betJACK | January 1st 2023 |
| Out of the Gate | TBC |
| BetFanatics | TBC |
| Betr | January 1st 2023 |
| Underdog Fantasy Sportsbook | TBC |