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NewScotty said..
Exotic betting what a joke.
NRL handed its soul in when it took all the $ from betting agencies.
Tobacco then alcohol advertising ban.
Sold out
So true, I love my Sea Eagles however I'm disappointed that they have been associated with gambling over the past couple of years, particularly this year with renaming of Brookie to Lottoland or what ever it is.
I understand that each club has an association with a betting provider and the NRL has an official partner. Read yesterday that the NRL agreement is on a revenue share ie the more people bet on the NRL the more money it makes. In saying that I understand the NRL position - betting is going to happen regardless of our involvement we might as well benefit from it. Maybe the NRL could contribute a % of these funds to gambling education courses for players etc.
Whilst not illegal I don't think it sends a great message to the younger viewers, by all means have a punt, I certainly do & I,m not doing the "will someone think about the kids" but simply refrain from referencing, advertising or promoting gambling during children's viewing ie before say 7.30pm.