Pictured above, from left to right, are Richard Taylor of BetMGM, Dave Murray of MGCB, Dan Torrallo of IC360 and Mark Hicks of the NCAA discussing college sports betting during a panel presentation hosted by MGCB at Cadillac Place in Detroit on Monday, June 3, 2024.
DETROIT, June 6, 2024 — The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) recently hosted a panel discussion focused on regulating and compliance measures for college sports betting. The informative session on June 3 provided insight into the complexities of governing college sports betting and highlighted the importance of maintaining integrity within the industry.
“The Michigan Gaming Control Board is committed to promoting a transparent and compliant gaming environment, especially in the area of college sports betting.” Henry Williams, Executive Director, MGCB “By hosting this panel and speaking with NCAA Division I university officials involved in oversight of compliance and discussing ways we can work together to prevent illegal gambling by student-athletes, we aim to uphold the highest standards of integrity and accountability.”
The panel is made up of experienced experts in gaming and regulatory practice, including:
- Dave Marley, Associate Director of Online Gaming and Legal Affairs, MGCB
- Mark Hicks, Managing Director of Enforcement, NCAA
- Richard Taylor, Director of Responsible Gaming, BetMGM
- Dan Trollaro, Co-Managing Director, Education and Training Services, IC360
- Patrick Walter, Supervisory Special Agent in Charge, Detroit Field Office, Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
Panelists discussed important aspects of college sports betting, including rules, regulations and compliance measures. Participants engaged in thoughtful dialogue aimed at increasing understanding and ensuring adherence to established guidelines.
“Athletes take risks and we know that if we practice we can get better, but the problem is that with gambling that’s not the case,” he said. Dan Trollaro, Co-Managing Director, Education and Training Services, IC360“Current K-12 education curricula include discussions of drugs, alcohol and stranger danger but do not cover gambling, risk-taking or decision-making. We need to develop a curriculum on gambling to empower student-athletes and equip them with the tools they need to be successful in life after college.”
MGCB’s efforts to promote responsible gambling practices and regulatory compliance underscore the agency’s dedication to protecting the integrity of college sports betting. By promoting constructive dialogue, fostering collaborative relationships and proactively seeking input from industry partners, the agency is strengthening its role as a proactive regulator and positioning itself as a catalyst for positive change in Michigan’s gaming landscape.
Gambling in any form is for entertainment purposes only. If you suspect that you or someone you know has a gambling problem, please contact the National Problem Gambling Helpline. 1-800-Gamblertext to 800GAM, From 1800gamblerchat.orgHelp is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and is free and confidential. Michiganders can: Responsible Gaming page on the MGCB website Information about self-exclusion programs, including lists of disassociated individuals and responsible gaming databases for internet gaming and sports betting; and Don’t regret it Additional tools to help you game responsibly.
The Michigan Gaming Control Commission ensures fair and honest gaming practices to protect the interests of Michigan citizens. For more information, see: Michigan State Government/MGCB.
