The law in West Virginia states that a sportsbook needs to partner with an existing casino operator in order to obtain a license. That being said, it is still an established market with a number of reputable online sportsbooks which offers some excellent mobile wagering. The state is not home to any major league sports teams.The Mountain state is also surrounded by other larger sports betting markets like Pennsylvania.
However, there are a number of reasons why the state has failed to attract quite as many sportsbooks as its neighbours: In West Virginia, you can simply download a sportsbook app, sign-up online, deposit and wager in a matter of a few minutes. It was one of the first in the country to legalize sports betting and its regulation is relatively loose compared to more restrictive states such as Nevada, which require in-person sign-ups, deposits and withdrawals. The Mountain State is an exciting market for sports bettors.
