PokerStars has added another team from the National Hockey League (NHL) to its list of partners, as the Philadelphia Flyers are collaborating with the Flutter Entertainment online poker brand.
As an official sponsor of the NHL team, PokerStars branding will be visible during the Flyers’ home games at the Wells Fargo Center and in TV spots during broadcasts.
The poker brand’s players will also gain a chance to win tickets to games and signed team memorabilia via special poker tournaments and monthly sweepstakes on PokerStars Casino.
“We are thrilled to partner with such a beloved hockey team,” commented Rob Battista, Senior Director of Commercial at PokerStars North America.
“Hockey fans are some of the most passionate in the world, and we can’t wait to collaborate with the team to bring exciting tournaments and rewards to our communities in Pennsylvania and New Jersey.”
The Flyers aren’t the only NHL team that PokerStars has partnered with, as the online poker brand also has partnerships with the Detroit Red Wings in the US state of Michigan and Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment in the Canadian province of Ontario, the owner of the Toronto Maple Leafs (NHL) and the Toronto Raptors (NBA).
Todd Glickman, Chief Revenue Officer of Comcast Spectacor, added: “We’re excited to welcome PokerStars to the Flyers family.
“Their dedication to innovation and giving epic rewards and experiences to their players aligns perfectly with our goals on engaging our fantastic community of fans.”
Earlier this month, PokerStars’ parent company Flutter released its Q3 financial results, reporting an uptick in revenue and adjusted EBITDA. In the US, revenue increased by 51% compared to the same period the previous year to $1.3bn (2023: $828m).
GambleAware CEO Zoë Osmond has been awarded an Order of the British Empire (OBE) in the UK’s New Year’s Honours List for 2025.
In a statement on its website, the gambling support charity explained that Osmond has received an OBE for services to tackling gambling harms.
Osmond has been working with GambleAware for over six years, previously serving as a Campaign Advisor from September 2018, before becoming CEO of the charity in April 2021.
“I am deeply humbled and honoured to receive this OBE,” stated Osmond.
“This is recognition of the tireless efforts of the whole team at GambleAware, our partners, and the wider lived experience community who have shared their personal stories and insights with the hope of reducing gambling-related harm across Great Britain.”
Osmond continued: “I am privileged to lead an organisation that is committed to supporting those affected by gambling harms, raising awareness, and driving meaningful change.
“As we enter a new year, we must continue to work together, strengthen our efforts, and ensure that everyone, regardless of their circumstances, has access to the help and support they need.
“I dedicate this award to those who have been affected by gambling harms, whose resilience continues to inspire us every day, and to all the individuals and organisations working alongside us to prevent gambling harm.”
