Russ Mitchell, Author at PlayIA

Unibet Sportsbook Targets ‘Start Of Football Season’ To Go Live In Iowa

Unibet US Senior Vice President Manuel Stan said the sportsbook will launch in Iowa within the next few months, in time for NFL betting.

Posted on: March 26, 2021 | | Russ Mitchell

Home Sweet 16 Home: DraftKings’ Avello Says Orphan Iowa Bettors Still Have Options

Now what? Iowa's gone. Drake is too, so PlayIA and DraftKings help the state's orphaned bettors seek a new wagering home for the Sweet 16.

Posted on: March 25, 2021 | | Russ Mitchell

Iowa Vs. UConn: Hawkeyes Face Top Dogs As Underdogs In Sweet 16

A spot in the Elite Eight is on the line when the Iowa women face UConn in the Sweet 16. Both teams feature talented freshmen guards.

Posted on: March 25, 2021 | | Russ Mitchell

Iowa State Women Hope For Sweet 16 Spot

No. 7 Iowa State face No. 2 seed Texas A&M in the second round of the women's NCAA Tournament, hoping to earn Sweet 16 spot. PlayIA has odds.

Posted on: March 24, 2021 | | Russ Mitchell

Iowa Vs. Kentucky: Sportsbooks Give Hawkeye Women Slight Edge To Reach Sweet 16

Iowa women face Kentucky in the second round of the NCAA Tournament. The winner advances to the Sweet 16. PlayIA has the odds.

Posted on: March 23, 2021 | | Russ Mitchell

Iowa Readies For Oregon’s Debut In Round 2 Of March Madness

Iowa cruised past Grand Canyon and Oregon advanced with a no-contest over VCU. Both teams seek a berth in the Sweet 16 of March Madness.

Posted on: March 21, 2021 | | Russ Mitchell

Iowa Enters March Madness As Odds-On Favorite Vs. Grand Canyon

Iowa takes on Grand Canyon in the March Madness opener for both teams. The Antelopes are 14.5-point underdogs. PlayIA has the odds.

Posted on: March 19, 2021 | | Russ Mitchell

Drake Tries To Beat Odds Vs. USC At March Madness

Drake needed a 53-52 First Four win over Wichita State to advance. They face the 6-seed USC Trojans next. PlayIA has the odds.

Posted on: March 19, 2021 | | Russ Mitchell

Deadwood Or Bust: Iowa Casinos Keep Revenue Advantage As SD Gov. Signs Sports Betting Bill

You’ll find Grand Falls Casino & Golf Resort about 6 miles outside of Larchwood, Iowa — a town of about 875 residents. But, if you want to understand why cornfields surrounded such a visitor-reliant industry instead of chain restaurants and movie theaters, keep driving west another 15 miles. Iowa Highway 9 changes to South Dakota Highway […]

Posted on: March 19, 2021 | | Russ Mitchell