Dacey’s Sportsbook Stoking The Retail Sports Betting Fires In Opening Month

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The legalization of sports betting in Michigan took place towards the end of 2019, but the implementation of this initiative faced challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic, impacting the plans of numerous casinos across the state.

Most people’s hopes of opening sportsbooks in March 2020 were dashed. Nevertheless, FireKeepers Casino Hotel recently defied the odds by becoming the first tribal casino sportsbook in the state. Dacey’s Sportsbook celebrated its grand opening on June 22 and has been successfully operating for almost a month.

What bettors can expect at Dacey’s Sportsbook

Dacey’s Sportsbook is situated inside Dacey’s Taphouse and offers guests a chance to place bets on a wide range of significant sporting events.

The venue offers seating for 125 guests in the restaurant area, with an additional mezzanine section that can accommodate 36 guests, all of which is non-smoking.

Numerous video screens have been set up to offer bettors a wide range of viewing choices from diverse sports events across the nation.

At Dacey’s, individuals who are interested in betting can place their wagers during the establishment’s operating hours. They have the option to choose from three live wagering windows or four self-service kiosks.

Dacey’s sports betting hours of operation are as follows:

• The hours of operation from Monday to Friday are 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
• The operating hours on Saturday and Sunday are from 9 a.m. to midnight.
• Kiosks are open from 7 a.m. to 5 a.m.

Only cash is accepted for wagers, and if you win, you can redeem your tickets at any of the live wagering windows. The winning tickets remain valid for 365 days starting from the date of the sporting event.

Gradual return to sports playing out well for FireKeepers

Gamblers at Dacey’s were eagerly awaiting the green flag in June to kick off sports betting within the state, following a four-month delay due to COVID-19.

Jim Wise, vice president of marketing and sports and online gaming at FireKeepers Casino Hotel, expressed his satisfaction by stating, “The response has been overwhelmingly positive. Guests are thrilled with the combination of sports wagering, the abundance of high-definition digital screens, and the exceptional food offerings that Dacey’s has consistently provided for the past two years.”

Dacey’s could benefit from the gradual reopening of casinos and sports in the coming months.

Originally scheduled to open in March, with a special emphasis on the NCAA Tournament, sportsbooks would have faced an overwhelming response from eager bettors. However, the current situation has unexpectedly granted Michigan casino sportsbooks an opportunity for a trial run.

Wise stated that COVID-19 has affected all aspects of life, including sports betting. However, he believes that overcoming challenges is one of their strengths. Therefore, they are utilizing this time to extensively train and equip their staff for the upcoming busy periods. Wise expressed confidence that this preparation will yield positive results in August and September. He commended Dustin Ploehn and the team for their dedication and efforts in consistently delivering an exceptional product.

Dacey’s ready as major sports set to return

Sports betting options have recently become available as soccer, golf, MMA, and NASCAR have made a comeback in the past few weeks.

On the previous Saturday, UFC 251 took place, featuring an extensively promoted MMA event showcasing three championship bouts. Meanwhile, NASCAR has been maintaining a steady schedule for the past two months. Coming up on August 8th is the FireKeepers Casino 400 race, set to be held at Michigan International Speedway.

According to Wise, UFC 251 showcased a bustling event that provided us with a preview of what a typical NFL Sunday or a significant NBA playoff game would resemble. He also mentioned that NASCAR has been generating a lot of excitement, and the upcoming Aug. 8 FireKeepers Casino 400 at Michigan International Speedway is expected to attract a significant amount of attention. Additionally, there have been smaller but noticeable levels of interest in various sports such as KBO, golf, and soccer.

Dacey’s has high hopes for the upcoming weeks as sports betting is expected to increase. The 2020 MLB season kickstarts the major sports on July 23, followed by the reopening of the NBA and NHL seasons on July 30. Wise anticipates promising outcomes for these events.

August is shaping up to be an exhilarating month, packed with thrilling sports events like baseball, basketball, and hockey. Additionally, the ongoing excitement surrounding UFC and NFL futures adds to the anticipation. We are prepared and eagerly await the potential steep growth trajectory ahead.

In March, commercial casino sportsbooks had a short-lived presence in Detroit. They commenced operations on March 11 but were compelled to shut down on March 16. Despite the limited time, these casinos managed to generate more than $105,000 in revenue from sports wagering.

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