GRAND ISLAND, Neb. – As March Madness sweeps the sports world, there’s a new twist this year for Nebraskans—they can now legally place bets on games at sportsbooks for the very first time.
At the westernmost sportsbook in Nebraska, the Grand Island Casino, Elite Sportsbook opened its doors in August 2023. This marks the inaugural year that Nebraskans can wager on college basketball games throughout March, including those featuring the Huskers.
According to casino officials, the Super Bowl saw the biggest turnout thus far, but they are anticipating March Madness to claim the second spot, given the tournament’s nearly three-week span.
With a lineup of several Midwest teams in both the men’s and women’s tournaments, including Nebraska and Creighton, the sportsbook is gearing up for its maiden March Madness voyage.
“I’m thrilled to see teams from Minnesota, South Dakota, Iowa, and Nebraska in the men’s and women’s NCAA Tournament,” expressed Grand Island Casino General Manager Vince Fiala. “This generates a lot of local excitement, and that’s exactly what we’re aiming for.”
Fiala also mentioned that construction of the permanent casino and sportsbook remains on schedule, with expectations for completion in early 2025.
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