By Alan Snel of LVSportsBiz.com
The day after Gonzaga became a once-beaten team in 2021:
Las Vegas-based UFCs joined the American Gaming Association (AGA) to promote responsible sports betting as the newest partner in its Have A Game Plan.® Bet Responsibly.™ public service campaign.
UFC will use its own in-venue, digital and broadcast assets to promote co-branded marketing materials with UFC themes to encourage responsible sports betting.
“We have the most passionate, die-hard fans of any sport and they love to bet on UFC, but it’s important they do it responsibly,” UFC President Dana White said. “We’re proud to work with the AGA and get behind this campaign to encourage our fans to make smart decisions and promote responsible gaming.”
UFC joins NASCAR, the National Hockey League (NHL) and the PGA TOUR as a league partner in the campaign, which focuses on setting a budget and sticking to it, keeping betting social, knowing the odds and playing with trusted, regulated operators.
“As sports betting expands nationwide, professional sports leagues recognize the need to educate fans and ensure they’re wagering safely,” AGA President and CEO Bill Miller said. “We’re thankful to see this campaign grow as progressive leagues like UFC lend their considerable voice to this important effort. UFC’s commitment is important to engage, educate and encourage their fans – some of whom may be placing bets for the first time – to wager responsibly.”
In other UFC news, VENUM is UFC’s new exclusive global outfitting and apparel partner. UFC athletes will debut the new VENUM-designed UFC Fight Kits Saturday. The debut of the new VENUM-designed UFC Fight Kits marks the beginning of a multi-year partnership.
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Tickets are on sale for five Henderson Silver Knights games in April.
These single home games are on sale on HendersonSilverKnights.com. Before purchasing, fans will need to create an account through this link.
Crowd capacity will be 20 percent at Orleans Arena. All tickets will be sold online, but fans can also reach out to the Henderson Silver Knights Ticketing Team at 702-645-4259 with questions. Fans are encouraged to check back regularly as additional tickets may be released for sale.
Here the APRIL HOME GAMES
Dates and times are subject to change, all times local
Thurs. Apr. 15 vs. TUC: 7 p.m.
Sat. Apr. 17 vs. TUC: 7 p.m.
Sun. Apr.18 vs. TUC: 5 p.m.
Tues. Apr. 20 vs. BAK: 6 p.m.
Thurs. Apr. 22 vs. BAK: 6 p.m.