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C.J. Pierre

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C.J. Pierre is a Lead Writer at PlayCA. He has been covering news and sports for over a decade for both online and TV broadcasts. He was born and raised in Minneapolis, MN and is an alum of Minnesota State University: Moorhead. He recently dove into tribal casino, sports betting and online gambling news. He also covered the launch of sports betting in Arizona. C.J. has experience as a reporter and videographer and has covered high school, college and professional sports throughout his career, most notably following Arizona Cardinals, Phoenix Suns, Minnesota Vikings and North Dakota State University football.

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Posts by C.J. Pierre

A picture of a handshake with logos of DraftKings and a tribal organization for a story about the new alliance between the two to oppose the new sports betting initiative in CA.

Tribes & Commercial Operators Unite Against CA Sports Betting Initiative

California tribes and commercial sportsbooks both oppose the new proposal that would give the tribes control over California sports betting.

C.J. Pierre January 12, 2024

The California Attorney General's office investigation into the legality of daily fantasy sports

CA Attorney General Eying Daily Fantasy Sports Operators

Following a request from a lawmaker, the California AG will write an opinion on whether DFS sites are legal under California law.

C.J. Pierre November 28, 2023

Rendering of the future Hard Rock Tejon

Tejon Indian Tribe Breaks Ground On $600 Million Hard Rock Casino Hotel

The Tejon Indian Tribe officially broke ground today on the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tejon, located just south of Bakersfield.

C.J. Pierre December 14, 2023

A picture of a list for a satirical story about what could happen before CA sports betting launches.

5 Things That Will Happen Before CA Sports Betting Launches

With how bleak it appears in the near term, CJ Pierre thinks there will be a father-son duo in the NBA before CA sports betting launches.

C.J. Pierre December 8, 2023

A picture of a protest for a story about California card room employees protesting against new legislation.

Employees Protest Bill That Could Allow Tribes To Sue Card Rooms

A group of card room employees protested a new bill that could open their employers up to lawsuits from Native American tribes.

C.J. Pierre December 11, 2023

A picture of a ballot going into a ballot box for a story on recent DraftKings CEO comments signaling they're keeping an eye on 2024 CA sports betting ballot initiatives

DraftKings Keeping Tabs On CA Sports Betting Initiatives For 2024

During a third-quarter earnings call, DraftKings CEO made comments indicating DraftKings is still searching for a way to get in California.

C.J. Pierre November 7, 2023

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