Alec Cunningham

As a college athlete, Alec Cunningham played Division II golf at Tusculum University. She graduated in 2015 with a bachelor’s degree in Journalism and Professional Writing. She then returned to her love of written word in 2000 after working in the music industry as a concert promoter, tour manager and artist developer. As a journalist, she's covered a variety of topics and currently specializes in Tennessee online sports betting and Virginia casino news. She served as a ist at this year's All American Sports Betting Summit, discussing the ever-evolving role of women in the gambling industry.

Posts by Alec Cunningham:

Georgia Legislature Moves One Step Closer To Legalizing Gambling

Georgia legislators are expected to consider sports betting, parimutuel wagering and casino legalization in the next General Assembly.

Posted on: December 10, 2020 | Alec Cunningham

UT Vols Basketball Clinches A Win In First Game Of The Season

The Vols kicked off their delayed basketball season Tuesday with a 56-47 win over Colorado. DraftKings has the team as odds-on favorites to win the SEC.

Posted on: December 9, 2020 | Alec Cunningham

Harrah’s Cherokee Casinos To Welcome Sports Betting In 2021

Sports betting will soon be offered at two Harrah's Cherokee Casino locations in North Carolina thanks to a recent tribal gaming compact amendment.

Posted on: December 8, 2020 | Alec Cunningham

Sportsbooks Boost Customer Loyalty With Tyreek Hill Refund

Sportsbooks issued a refund on bets involving Tyreek Hill scoring a touchdown during the Chiefs' Week 13 matchup against the Denver Broncos.

Posted on: December 8, 2020 | Alec Cunningham

ZenSports Eager To Introduce The Future Of Sports Betting To Tennessee

International sports betting brand ZenSports has applied for an operator license in Tennessee. The book hopes to bring new betting options to the state.

Posted on: December 6, 2020 | Alec Cunningham

GVC Enhances Responsible Gaming Initiatives With PlayPause

GVC Holdings has become the first official partner of PlayPause, a revolutionary multi-state responsible gambling initiative.

Posted on: December 4, 2020 | Alec Cunningham

Tennessee Regains Dominion Over The AFC South….For Now

The Tennessee Titans regain control over the AFC South after a Week 12 redemption victory against the Indianapolis Colts.

Posted on: December 2, 2020 | Alec Cunningham

Action 24/7’s Jerry ‘The King’ Lawler Ad Sends BetMGM Into A Roar

BetMGM issued a cease and desist letter to Tennessee sportsbook Action 24/7 following two ads tweeted by Jerry "The King" Lawler this past week.

Posted on: December 1, 2020 | Alec Cunningham

Tennessee Gears Up To Welcome Three New Sportsbooks

William Hill, BetAmerica, and WynnBet are set to be the next three Tennessee online sportsbooks once their applications are approved.

Posted on: November 30, 2020 | Alec Cunningham

BetMGM Unveils Rewards Program For Sports Bettors

Sports bettors can now earn rewards points for every wager placed at BetMGM, which can then be redeemed for various perks and bonuses.

Posted on: November 25, 2020 | Alec Cunningham