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The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

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The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News
A worker at the sports book in the Ocean Casino Resort counts money on Feb. 6, 2023, in Atlantic City, N.J.

Point-Counterpoint: Sports Gambling

By Conor Hutchison and Tommy O • September 19, 2024

Sports gambling has found its way to the forefront of sports culture. We see countless Fanduel and DraftKings ads during sporting events, but is this a good or bad thing? Despite the popularity of the...

Editorial | Overzealous sports betting advertisements pose risks to many

Editorial | Overzealous sports betting advertisements pose risks to many

By The Pitt News Editorial Board • November 2, 2023
Sports gambling advertisements are getting out of hand across nearly every sport in nearly every country with large fanbases.
Louisville, one of the best offensive units in the conference, managed just two field goals while struggling to move the ball and protect their quarterback against Pitt.

What are the Odds: Full football slate awaits

By Ben Bobeck, Staff Writer • October 2, 2020
Welcome back to a new season of What Are The Odds.
Opinion | Legalized sports betting is a horrible idea

Opinion | Legalized sports betting is a horrible idea

By Ethan Tessler, Staff Columnist • February 25, 2020
The full legalization of sports betting will prey on individuals susceptible to the adrenaline rush and fast money associated with the act.
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