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Sports betting has been legal in New Hampshire since July 12, 2019, when it became the 16th state to legalize sports betting. Online sports betting launched in the Granite State at the end of 2019, followed by retail sports betting going live in August 2020.
That said, the state is a bit unique when it comes to sports betting, as its minimum betting age is 18 (most states have a minimum age of 21). Furthermore, the state only has one legal mobile sportsbook and doesn’t have any professional sports teams.
Here’s what you need to know about sports betting in New Hampshire.
New Hampshire Sports Betting Sites
As mentioned above, New Hampshire only has one online sportsbook:
- DraftKings Sportsbook: Based in nearby Boston, DraftKings is one of the largest and most well-known online sportsbooks in the U.S. It is New Hampshire’s only online sportsbook and has been operational there since Dec. 30, 2019. It has an easy-to-use app with frequent odds boosts based around New England teams like the Boston Red Sox, Boston Bruins, Boston Celtics and New England Patriots.
Legal Sports Betting Age
New Hampshire is one of the few states in America where the legal gambling age is 18, not 21. That’s been the case since the state legalized sports betting.
There are some other limitations around sports betting in New Hampshire. You can’t bet on college games taking place in the state, and you also can’t bet on teams from New Hampshire regardless of where they’re playing.
Betting on high school sports is also prohibited.
Professional Sports Teams in New Hampshire
There are no professional sports teams in New Hampshire. The New Hampshire Fisher Cats are the state’s only minor-league team. They’re the Double-A affiliate of the Toronto Blue Jays and play in the Eastern League.
New Hampshire is surrounded by professional sports teams, however, as the Boston Red Sox, Boston Bruins, Boston Celtics, New England Patriots and New England Revolution all play in nearby Massachusetts.
College Teams in New Hampshire
New Hampshire does have several college teams to root for, although betting on them is prohibited.
Dartmouth has a record 21 Ivy League championships in football along with 11 College Football Hall of Fame inductees. The Big Green are one of the oldest football programs in the country, playing their first season in 1881. They claimed the National Championship in 1925.
Dartmouth has struggled on the court, however, and hasn’t had a winning record since 1998-99. The Big Green haven’t made the NCAA Tournament since 1959, which is the longest active drought in the sport and the second longest ever.
The Wildcats first fielded a football team in 1893 and compete at the FCS level. They’ve sent over 20 players to the NFL and former coach Bill Bowles was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 2016.
The Wildcats haven’t had much success on the hardwood, as they’ve yet to play in the NCAA Tournament or NIT. None of their former players have made the NBA, although they do have the longest continuous non-Ivy League basketball rivalry with the Maine Black Bears.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Can I use a sports betting app in New Hampshire?
Yes, so long as it’s DraftKings. DraftKings is the only legal sports betting app in the state.
Is DraftKings legal in New Hampshire?
Yes, DraftKings has been legal in New Hampshire since the state launched sports betting. It’s the only legal sportsbook in the state.
Is FanDuel legal in New Hampshire?
No, FanDuel isn’t legal in New Hampshire.
How old do I have to be to gamble in New Hampshire?
You only need to be 18 years old to sports gamble in New Hampshire compared to 21 in nearly all other sports betting states, with the latter legal age supported by sports betting addiction statistics showing that teens are more susceptible to problem gambling. If you’re under 18 and try to sign up for DraftKings, you won’t be allowed to create an account.
How many online sportsbooks are in New Hampshire?
DraftKings is the only legal online sportsbook in New Hampshire.
Do you have to live in New Hampshire to bet online?
No, you don’t have to live in New Hampshire to bet online there. You just have to be physically located within the state’s borders and over the age of 18.
When did New Hampshire legalize online sports betting?
New Hampshire legalized online sports betting in 2019.