By the time NFL season rolls around in September this year, Betfred Sports hopes to have launched in Maryland. The sportsbook recently reached an agreement with Long Shot’s of Frederick, a local bar and restaurant, which is strategically located next to the Maryland Jockey Club’s off-track betting facility.
The retail sportsbook will be set up in the bar, pending regulatory approval.
“We were at the forefront of bringing sports betting to Maryland and specifically to Frederick,” said the chief executive officer of Long Shot’s, Alyse Cohen. “We are thrilled to open a sportsbook at Long Shot’s in partnership with Betfred Sports.
“We are proud that Long Shot’s is one of the premier off-track betting locations in the state and we look forward to achieving similar success with sports wagering.”
“Long Shot’s will not only boost the local economy but contribute to enhancing the education of our students.”
Plans for Permanent Sportsbook
The current plans are to open a temporary sportsbook at the establishment, which will comprise self-service kiosks and in-person betting windows.
However, Betfred has said that there are plans to open a permanent sportsbook after the first year of operations.
The permanent facility will boast ‘theater-style seating’, a video wall featuring main sporting events and more.
Maryland’s lawmakers are on the verge of launching online sports betting.