Sports betting was legalized in Kansas in June 2022 and retail and online sportsbooks went live on Sept. 8, 2022. There are six mobile sportsbooks live in the Sunflower State to go along with four retail books. The Kansas Racing and Gaming Commission regulates all mobile sports betting within the state.
Kansas Sportsbooks Features & Promos
There are only six online sports betting apps in Kansas, but four of them have a big time reputation (FanDuel, DraftKings, BetMGM, Caesars) so bettors in the Sunflower State are in good hands. Each of these four books feature all the bells and whistles that today’s bettors need. For instance, a robust assortment of props, live betting options, live streaming options, and same-game parlays.
These four books are incredibly popular in states with legal sports betting and bettors can count on top notch customer service as well. Each sportsbook has is own unique look and feel and it’s common to see slightly different point spreads or vigorish at different books, so it’s wise to have a couple different sportsbooks to give you options.
Kansas Sports Betting Legal Path
In June of 2022, Gov. Laura Kelly became a hero amongst Kansas sports bettors when she signed SB 84 into law after it passed through the House and Senate. The following year the Kansas Crossing Casino teamed up with Caesars Sportsbook while Boot Hill Casino resort linked up with DraftKings. The Kansas Racing and Gaming Commission is Kansas’ regulatory body.
Additional Kansas Legal Betting Path Details
Here are some key questions regarding Kansas' sports betting rules:
How old do you have to be to bet In Kansas?
You must be 21 years old or older to bet at a legal online sportsbook within the state.
How many sportsbooks operate in Kansas?
There are six online sportsbooks and four retail locations in the state of Kansas.
Can you bet on college sports in Kansas?
There are no restriction on college sports betting. Prop bets and in-state teams are fair game.
Can you play Daily Fantasy in Kansas?
Daily fantasy sports contests are legal in Kansas.
Do you have to go to a retail location in Kansas to register a sports betting account?
Kansas allows for remote registration for sports betting.
Can you bet on Esports in Kansas?
Wagering on eSports isn’t allowed in Kansas.
Can you Bet on Politics & Entertainment in Kansas?
Political wagering (i.e. election results) isn’t legal in Kansas nor is entertainment betting (i.e. Academy Awards).
Home Field Advantage
There are no professional sports team in Kansas, but the Kansas Jayhawks, Kansas State Wildcats and several other colleges provide plenty of rooting interest for state residents.
NCAA - Kansas Jayhawks
Since 2001, the Jayhawks have been no worse than a No. 4 seed in the NCAA Tournament and they won it all in 2008 and 2022. The Jayhawks also had Final Four appearances in 2002, 2003, 2012, and 2018. While Kansas hasn’t had quite the same success on the football field, it had a nice season in 2023 going 9-4 and at one point ranked as high as 19 in the AP poll.
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