Adam Hensley, Author at NC Sharp

About the Author

Adam Hensley

Adam Hensley's byline has appeared in the Associated Press, Sports Illustrated and sites within the USA Today Network. Hensley graduated from the University of Iowa in 2019 and spent his college career working as an editor and reporter for the Daily Iowan’s sports department.

Blurred casino floor signifying Harrah's casinos and their 2023 NC economic impact

Harrah’s Cherokee Casinos Contribute $200+ Million To North Carolina In 2023

January 3, 2024 | By: Adam Hensley

Harrah’s Cherokee casinos contributed more than $200 million to North Carolina’s economy this year. Here’s a closer look at the numbers.

Blurred casino floor signifies new smoking section at Harrah's Cherokee Casino

Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Now Offers Smoking Section

January 2, 2024 | By: Adam Hensley

Harrah’s Cherokee Casino, the state’s largest casino, recently opened a smoking section for its customers. The new room is open 24/7.

Digital check box represents GambleID pro athlete compliance security

GambleID Could Keep NC Pro Athletes Compliant With League Sports Betting Policies

December 30, 2023 | By: Adam Hensley

GambleID’s technology makes sure athletes remain complaint with their league and state sports betting regulations.

Row of slot machines representing Danville Casino's success due to NC visitors

Caesars Virginia Performing Well Thanks To North Carolina Traffic

December 28, 2023 | By: Adam Hensley

Danville Casino resides just over the North Carolina border and performs well on the strength of visitors from out of state.

Jar of coins with mortar board on top signifies NC Lottery digital scratchers funding education

Digital Scratch-Offs Boost NC Public Education Funding. Will Sports Betting Do The Same?

December 15, 2023 | By: Adam Hensley

So far, so good for digital scratch-offs in North Carolina. Early numbers show that the lottery’s latest release is quite the hit, with more dollars going toward the state’s public education fund. “Over the years, we’ve been able to build the amount of money we’ve provided to the state for education,” North Carolina Education Lottery […]

Rory McElroy at the Wells Fargo Championship at Quail Hollow Club. Wells Fargo has pulled sponsorship from the event.

ESPN Bet’s NC Sports Betting Access Contingent On Quail Hollow’s PGA Status

December 11, 2023 | By: Adam Hensley

Wells Fargo’s decision to drop the Quail Hollow Club PGA event could impact ESPN Bet’s North Carolina sports betting market access.

Man in dark room staring at laptop screen signifies people in North Carolina with gambling addiction problems

Access To NC Gambling Disorder Treatment Improving In 2024 Ahead Of Sports Betting

December 7, 2023 | By: Adam Hensley

NCSharp spoke with the NCDHHS about how state budget funding increases for medicaid will impact gambling treatment options in North Carolina.

Diminishing stacks of coins signify diminishing EBCI per capita payments due to decreased NC tribal casino revenue

EBCI Per Capita Payments Down, Suggesting Drop In NC Tribal Casino Revenue

December 6, 2023 | By: Adam Hensley

EBCI per-capita payments are down this year. While it’s not a perfect indicator, it does suggest casino revenue is down.

Spectrum Center where the Hornets play. Bet365 will not open a retail sportsbook there for the time being.

Hornets, Bet365 Not Prioritizing Retail Sportsbook At Spectrum Center

December 1, 2023 | By: Adam Hensley

The Charlotte Hornets are emphasizing mobile sports betting as part of their partnership with bet365. When will a retail book happen?

A view of the North Wilkesboro racetrack, which will host the 2024 NASCAR All-Star Race

North Wilkesboro Speedway Has ‘Tremendous’ Opportunity With NASCAR In 2024

October 12, 2023 | By: Adam Hensley

North Wilkesboro Speedway will host the NASCAR All-Star Race next May, which could coincide with the launch of online sports betting in NC.