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Fantasy Sports Hubs going for the win with Legal USA Sports Betting

First it was fantasy sports that was all the rage and in fact still is wildly popular in the USA and around the world. Fantasy sports allows players to compete in prize pools and tournaments to win money or just for fun. Selecting players or teams that will outperform their competition from day to day or even week to week.

 

It's of course a fun way to get in on the action and the prizes can be substantial. Sites like FanDuel offer contests on most major sports. You can play in competitions that feature NFL football, NBA basketball, MLB baseball, NHL hockey, all the biggest soccer leagues and even contests on PGA golf.

 

This allows you to get involved on any of the major sports and use your knowledge to compete against others. It's simple to get involved on their website, all you need to do is signup, then choose a contest. Now just make your picks and sit back and watch the action.

 

If you are a newbie your chances to win can be even better, because you only compete against other new players. They even offer some free contests where you can win real money, for free. They have one right now that gives you a chance to win $250,000 if you can pick an NFL winner every week of the season. The catch is you have to pick every team at least once. But what a great thrill, for free.

 

With the recent law change in the USA, the next step for these fantasy sports companies will be to offer sportsbooks. You will soon be able to wager on your favorite team over the internet and it's perfectly legal. No more flying to Las Vegas to place a bet on the Super Bowl or NCAA Basketball Tournament. Below you can find an infographic which details the evolution of legalized betting in the United States.

 

For someone like me that loves the thrill of placing a wager on sports, it's a dream come true. No more trying to bet with an offshore bookmaker, you can bet directly with the big boys, safely and securely and 100% legally. It's been a long time coming, I am glad to say that its finally here.

 

So now we have 2 great ways to play, straight sports wagers or fantasy contests. Choose your game and go for the win!


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