The Oneida Daily Dispatch (Oneida, NY)
Two heavyweights join to bring sports betting
Two heavyweights joined forces and have brought sports betting to the Turning Stone Resort and Casino.
“Time and again, history is made right here at Turning Stone Resort and Casino. And today is another first,” said Jazz Securo, boxing andMMA ring announcer. “This incredible new venue is made possible through a unique partnership between two heavyweight champions of entertainment and the gaming world.”
The Oneida Indian Nation and Caesars Entertainment unveiled “The Lounge at Caesars Sports” Thursday morning to a crowd of more than 300 people. Once part of the dining area for Seasons Harvest Buffet near the main entrance, the newly renovated area LED terminals with highdefinition resolution, state-ofthe-art odds boards that constantly update and offer opportunities for in-game wagers, as well as new full-service bars, ticket windows, comfortable seating and VIP areas with their own dedicated TV screens.
Oneida Nation Enterprises CEO Ray Halbritter said like the Oneida Nation Enterprises, Caesars has built its business on exceptional service and dedication to constant innovation, creating a perfect synergy between the two businesses.
“Caesars Entertainment is the global gaming leader in sports. When it comes to sports betting, Caesars is in a class of its own,” Halbritter said. “We are pleased to be joining forces with this worldrenowned gaming leader.”
The unveiling was themed as the “Ultimate Tailgate”, with people offered menu items from the new sports book bar and mingled with mascots andcheerleaders from local sports teams.
Walt Fales, senior vice president of strategic development at Caesars Entertainment, said he and Caesars are thrilled to be partners with the Oneida Indian Nation.
“Ray Halbritter and the leadership of the Oneida Indian Nation have been absolutely pleasurable to work with while bringing this vision to reality,” Fales said. “We