Dan Holmes, Author at NC Sharp

About the Author

Dan Holmes

Dan Holmes writes about sports betting, sports media, and sports betting legislative matters. He's the author of three books, and previously reported for Major League Baseball, as well as the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum.

Facade of Bank of America Stadium home to the Carolina Panthers

Favre, Faulk And The Falcons Have Done Damage At The Bank

September 14, 2023 | By: Dan Holmes

Leading into the Panthers home opener, we list the best rushing, passing & receiving performances by visitors at Bank of American Stadium

Football players jumping off a cell phone screen represent Caesars sportsbook offering NFL livestreams through its app.

Caesars Offers Live Streaming Of NFL In App: What Does This Mean For NC Bettors?

September 12, 2023 | By: Dan Holmes

Caesars is one of three major sportsbooks to offer Live Streaming of NFL in App. NCSharp looks at what this will mean for NC sports betting.

A politician grabbing another's arm symbolizing lobbyists for sports betting legalization

Who Lobbied For Sports Betting In North Carolina?

September 8, 2023 | By: Dan Holmes

Bob Hall, a political watchdog, compiled a lengthy list of sports betting and marijuana lobbyists, some with ties to illegal gambling.

Harrah’s Cherokee Valley River Casino Hotel Expansion Update

September 1, 2023 | By: Dan Holmes

Harrah’s Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel will add WSOP room, rooftop restaurant and more by the end of 2024.

Shaking hands signify partnership between NC Lottery and international gaming consultant

North Carolina Hires Gaming Laboratories International To Consult On Sports Betting Rollout

September 1, 2023 | By: Dan Holmes

North Carolina Lottery Commission Has Hired Gaming Laboratories International to Consult on Sports Betting Regulation.

Two race cars vie for the lead, signifying DraftKings' closing in on FanDuel's market supremacy

DraftKings Narrows Gap On FanDuel, And What That Means For North Carolina

August 30, 2023 | By: Dan Holmes

DraftKings is narrowing the revenue gap on industry leader FanDuel. NCSharp examines what that could mean for North Carolina sports betting.

Charlotte Motor Speedway panorama where FanDuel's new partnership with NASCAR could lead to a retail sportsbook

FanDuel And NASCAR Pen Exciting Deal For NC Sports Bettors

August 28, 2023 | By: Dan Holmes

NASCAR and FanDuel sign partnership, upping FanDuel’s auto racing presence. We think it’ll be a great deal for NC auto-race betting fans.

A young man at college graduation represents demographic most at risk of problem gambling habits

Problem Gambling Research Can Guide North Carolina Sports Betting Regulators

August 28, 2023 | By: Dan Holmes

Problem gambling researchers have found a correlation between education level and risk of problem gambling, especially in men.

A lottery ticket scratch off design represents the digital scratch-off tickets offered by the NC Lottery

North Carolina Approves Digital Instant Lottery Tickets

August 16, 2023 | By: Dan Holmes

The NC Lottery Commission approved a new form of gaming with the addition of digital instant games to its current slate of games.

Three people help a fourth summit a mountain, signifying the teamwork and leadership Sterl Carpenter will bring to the NC sports betting launch

Who Is Sterl Carpenter, North Carolina’s New Sports Betting Director?

August 16, 2023 | By: Dan Holmes

Who is Sterl Carpenter, NC’s new sports betting director, and how did he end up shepherding a second state through a sports betting launch?