Massachusetts Introduces Bet on Respect To Curb Athlete Harassment

The Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) has launched Bet on Respect, a new program designed to address harassment directed at athletes in connection with sports wagering. The initiative gives regulators a process to investigate reported abuse and restrict access to sports betting and casino facilities for individuals found responsible. The Commission said the growth of legal sports wagering has coincided with increased reports of athletes receiving abusive messages and confrontations from bettors. Bet on Respect will rely on Massachusetts gaming regulations, […] The post Massachusetts Introduces Bet on Respect To Curb Athlete Harassment appeared first on World Casino News.

Sep 3, 2026 - 09:25
Massachusetts Introduces Bet on Respect To Curb Athlete Harassment

The Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) has launched Bet on Respect, a new program designed to address harassment directed at athletes in connection with sports wagering. The initiative gives regulators a process to investigate reported abuse and restrict access to sports betting and casino facilities for individuals found responsible. The Commission said the growth of legal sports wagering has coincided with increased reports of athletes receiving abusive messages and confrontations from bettors. Bet on Respect will rely on Massachusetts gaming regulations, […]

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