About Long Shot's in Maryland
Owned by Alyse L. Cohen, Long Shot's is the ideal place for mingling with friends and catching live races. Located in Frederick County, MD, it stands proud as the only 100% woman-owned and minority-owned establishment in Maryland with a sportsbook.
Long Shot's has marked its territory in the MD sports wagering scene not just as a female-owned entity, but also because Maryland gambling law encourages participation from minority and women-owned businesses. This bolsters the state's commitment to inclusion and diversity.
Operational since 1978, it relocated to the Frederick Event Center in 2019 under Alyse L. Cohen's leadership, incorporating the Maryland Jockey Club's OTB.
Boasting a state-of-the-art venue for live races, bars, and eateries, Long Shot's ensures that patrons have an abundance of screens to enjoy the race in a comfortable setting. For those in Frederick, MD, it's a must-visit.
Can I wager on sports at Long Shot's in MD?
Yes, sports betting is available at Long Shot's sportsbook. Even though its partner, Betfred, has closed, you can place bets on numerous local and global sports events. It's one of the most notable retail locations for sports betting in Maryland.
Long Shot's partnership with Betfred Sportsbook
In July 2022, Long Shot's unveiled its collaboration with Betfred Maryland. Betfred Sports, the US arm of the UK-based Betfred Group, commands over 1,400 betting locations in the UK and operates online gambling platforms in Spain and the UK.
Before inaugurating its in-person sports betting, Long Shot's demoed its capabilities to the MSLGCC (Maryland State Lottery and Gaming Control Center). This venture marked the 7th outpost for the Betfred Group in the US. However, Betfred closed in July 2024, and Long Shot's are currently in the process of finding a new sportsbook partner.
Other types of betting at Long Shot's
Apart from sports betting, Long Shot's offers just one other betting option - off-track betting. Here's a succinct overview.