Underdog, one of the premier names in Daily Fantasy Sports, has finally launched its own sportsbook! Sports bettors have been waiting three years for this gigantic move, and now Underdog Sportsbook is live after successfully launching in North Carolina on Monday, March 11. Learn what this means for folks in the Tar Heel State and what to expect from Underdog Sportsbook moving forward.
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We are officially LIVE in North Carolina!
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— Underdog Sportsbook (@UDSportsbook) March 11, 2024
Ever since Underdog Fantasy launched its props-style DFS contests back in 2020 there have been rumblings that a sportsbook was in the making. That day has finally arrived in North Carolina and Underdog Founder Jeremy Levine couldn't be more thrilled. Levine said that Underdog Sportsbook offers sports investors a "new and modern sports betting experience".
The competition is indeed fierce in North Carolina, as 8 online sports betting apps launched in the state yesterday, including industry conglomerates DraftKings and FanDuel. The large number of competitors doesn't deter Underdog Sportsbook in the least. They've already got a whole slew of prospects in their DFS database, so rapid growth shouldn't be a problem.
While other online sportsbooks were in a hurry to launch in as many markets as possible, Underdog spent over three years developing and honing their sportsbook product. In our microwave want-it-now society, Underdog chose to focus more on quality than quantity. That's something that we can definitely applaud.
Yes, to celebrate its official debut in North Carolina, Underdog Sportsbook is offering up a First Bet Mulligan of up to $1,000. To jump on board, simply download the Underdog Sportsbook iOS app or head to their desktop site. After, entering a bit of personal info, opt into the bonus offer and accept the terms.
After completing these tasks, make your first deposit and then your first bet of any amount up to $1,000. If you wager doesn't win, Underdog will give you Bonus Bets to cover the loss. This is a great way for new sports bettors in North Carolina to try out Underdog's new sportsbook product.
Although Underdog Sportsbook has only been live a little over 24 hours, lots of folks in North Carolina are already chiming in about how much they love it. The new sportsbook app already has a 4.9 rating in the App Store. Here are a few of the key highlights that folks are mentioning about Underdog Sportsbook:
Will Underdog Sportsbook soon make the move to other states? That remains to be seen, but the company's main focus will still be on offering the best DFS player prop games on the planet. Check out Underdog Fantasy to find out what all of the buzz is about.
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Mike has been involved with sports for over 30 years. He played college baseball and has been betting on sports for more than 20 years. He has a degree in Sports Psychology and covers the NFL, CFB, NBA, and MLB for EatWatchBet.