In Kentucky with Ceremonial First Bet at The Mint Gaming Hall Cumberland in Williamsburg
Event to include Kentucky Sports Radio Host Matt Jones, Representatives from DraftKings and The Mint Gaming Hall Cumberland
DraftKings Press Release
WHAT: DraftKings plans to launch its top-rated online sportsbook in Kentucky on September 28, 2023.
To celebrate mobile sports betting going live in Kentucky, DraftKings in collaboration with The Mint Gaming Hall Cumberlandis teaming up with popular Kentucky Sports Radio host Matt Jones and the KSR crew for live radio programming from 9 a.m.-Noon ET at The Mint Gaming Hall Cumberland. Following the broadcast, representatives from DraftKings and The Mint Gaming Hall will share remarks, and Jones will place a ceremonial first bet via DraftKings’ online sportsbook.
WHO: Kentucky Sports Radio host Matt Jones
DraftKings Senior Director of Gaming Partnerships Krista Thomas
The Mint Gaming Hall Cumberland Vice President and General ManagerHenry Graffeo
WHEN: Thursday, September 28
9 a.m.-Noon ET – KSR Live radio programming
11:30 a.m. – Media check in
12:15 p.m. – Ceremonial first bet celebration begins*
12:30 p.m. – Interview availability
B-roll and Photo opportunities*
MEDIA: Media may RSVP by 5 p.m. ET on Wednesday, September 27, to John Wholihan, The Mint Gaming Hall Director of Marketing, johnwholihan@kentuckydowns.com or Alyson Andrules, DraftKings Communications, a.andrules@draftkings.com.
WHERE: The Mint Gaming Hall Cumberland
244 Penny Lane, Williamsburg, KY 40769 (off Interstate 75 Exit 11)
