Close up of a man’s hand crushing a wad of hundred dollar bills in concept of getting money with bets in American football
Getty Images/iStockphotoSports betting in Georgia, currently it's not legal, but could that change soon? Could you be able to place a bet on the next Georgia football game? Maybe you want to bet on how many home runs Ronald Acuna Jr. is going to hit in a game at Truist Park. Or maybe you want to bet on who you think will put on the green jacket at The Masters next year? It's all in Georgia lawmakers hands.
When Could This Happen?
According to WSB TV, the issue will be brought up again during the next General Assembly session. The Georgia House Economic Development and Tourism Committee plans to talk about legalizing sports betting in Georgia. House Chair, State Rep. Ron Stephens out of Savannah said in the article that they've had requests from all of Georgia's major league teams to consider legalizing sports betting in Georgia.
As Rep. Stephens said, more and more states are doing it. Is is it time for Georgia to do the same? I certainly think so. WSB TV said in their article, the last time gambling was approved in Georgia was in 1992 when the Georgia Lottery was approved. That was over thirty years ago. It's working in other states. So why not Georgia?
Economic Impact In Georgia
If the issue were to pass, the Georgia Lottery would handle things. It would be for people 21 and over who are physically in the state of Georgia. Rep. Stephens also says approving this could mean over $100 million coming into the state for HOPE scholarship and pre-k programs. They will basically look at it as another lottery game. I think its time that Georgia legalizes betting on sports. Hopefully this will pass.
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Speaking of sports, one of the things I love about sports is the rituals that go along with them. Here are some of our favorite sports rituals.
Top Sports Rituals
Whether your team is playing a normal game, or they're headed to a championship, you want them to win. And maybe you have some things you do out of habit to "help" them win the game! For serious sports fans, if something works, you tend to stick to it. Whatever it takes to see your team take home the W! A lucky shirt, a game day ritual, a certain food, or some other lucky item, it's a big part of our top sports rituals. And according to a new survey done by SWNS, these are the top sports rituals.
Kissing The Logo
A kiss for good luck!
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JANUARY 30: Enes Kanter #00 of the New York Knicks kisses the Knicks logo on the court as he enters the game in the third quarter against the Dallas Mavericks at Madison Square Garden on January 30, 2019 in New York City.NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)
Refusing To Shower
Maybe so you don't wash away the good luck?
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Sitting In The Same Spot
Do you have a lucky spot in your house? A certain spot on the couch or a certain chair.
Not Washing That Lucky Item of Clothing
Again, let's not wash away the good luck. If it's worked this long, why change it now?
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Avoid Unlucky People
Do you carefully select who you watch the game with?
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Wearing Your Lucky Shirt or Jersey
Gotta make sure that lucky shirt or jersey is ready to go for every game day!
INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - JANUARY 10: Georgia Bulldogs fans cheer during the fourth quarter against the Alabama Crimson Tide during the 2022 CFP National Championship Game at Lucas Oil Stadium on January 10, 2022 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)
Saying A Prayer
Religious or not... there are some sports fan who throw up a prayer or two before every game!
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK - MARCH 20: A Northern Iowa Panthers fan prays in double overtime against the Texas A&M Aggies during the second round of the 2016 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at Chesapeake Energy Arena on March 20, 2016 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. (Photo by Tom Pennington/Getty Images)
The Same Pre-Game Ritual
When it comes to prepping for the game... you have to stick to the same ritual, including that pre-game meal!
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