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MSGC’s clubhouse, stretching 20,000 square feet, has also been significantly updated in recent years, including renovations to the Greenside Grille & Pub and lounge areas. The clubhouse also features a second-floor banquet room, which can be customized for private parties, receptions & group events. | MSGC’s clubhouse, stretching 20,000 square feet, has also been significantly updated in recent years, including renovations to the Greenside Grille & Pub and lounge areas. The clubhouse also features a second-floor banquet room, which can be customized for private parties, receptions & group events. | ||
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+ | == Blueprint Gaming set for fruity affair in Fruitopolis Fortune Play == | ||
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+ | Leading developer Blueprint Gaming has introduced a new fruit-themed slot to its diverse games portfolio, Fruitopolis Fortune Play, which includes the popular four reel set window format to maximize the win potential. | ||
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+ | The classic theme is brought into the modern marketplace through the use of premium graphics and transitions, as well as the option of activating the Fortune Play mode at the cost of x20 bet to allow for play across four sets of reels simultaneously. | ||
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+ | This 20 paylines slot deploys adjacent pays, while any number of mystery Golden Chips in view will reveal any symbol, including the Money Spins symbol which awards the bonus game. | ||
+ | |||
+ | The Money Spins round uses Hold and Win mechanics, during which players have three spins to collect cash prizes, with the appearance of new symbols resetting the free spins counter. | ||
+ | |||
+ | During the Fortune Play mode, any mystery Symbol that lands in view will transfer to any remaining reels, delivering the potential for Money Spins to be triggered on every window. | ||
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+ | The launch of Fruitopolis Fortune Play highlights Blueprint’s continued ability to introduce new experiences to classic themes, providing operators with valuable content that attracts a wide audience of players and encourages strong engagement. | ||
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+ | Jo Purvis, Director of Key Accounts and Marketing UK at Blueprint Gaming, said: “Fruitopolis Fortune Play brings together a popular theme that is proven to resonate with a large section of players, while also incorporating game features to help elevate the overall experience. | ||
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+ | “With a Hold and Win bonus game providing plenty of chances to secure cash prizes, as well as Fortune Play offering a tailored gameplay, Fruitopolis Fortune Play is ideal for capturing the interests of a wide range of players.” [https://www.bsc.news/post/safe-totosite-ranking-top-15-major-safe-playground-2024 토토사이트 모음] | ||
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+ | == Kalamba Games appoints new finance director == | ||
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+ | Kalamba Games appointed Marie Claire Aquilina as Financial Director of Kalamba Games, following an expansion of recruitment to further support the provider’s continued success. | ||
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+ | Aquilina’s employment follows in the wake of rapid commercial growth and expansion for Kalamba Games. The new financial director brings with her a vast array of industry experience, having performed similar roles at tier-one iGaming companies including Relax Gaming where she was the Financial Controller for over a decade. | ||
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+ | “Marie is joining us at a time of unprecedented expansion at Kalamba Games and her experience and knowledge will provide the company with great insight as we further develop our global footprint,” said Andrew Crosby, Chief Commercial Officer at Kalamba Games. “She brings with her a wealth of industry know-how and we’re looking forward to seeing the benefits that will bring.” | ||
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+ | This latest hire will further strengthen Kalamba’s commercial strategy with Aquilina’s responsibilities including the establishment of revenue strategies, leading accounting operations and evolving and improving efficiencies. | ||
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+ | With the provider maintaining a positive trajectory through the release of engaging, player favorite titles and the development of new markets and operator partners, Aquilina’s appointment will be followed by additional new hires to bolster Kalamba’s team during this time of growth. [https://www.bsc.news/post/safe-totosite-ranking-top-15-major-safe-playground-2024 스포츠토토사이트] | ||
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+ | “I’m delighted to be joining Kalamba Games and I’m grateful for the opportunity of working with their talented and enthusiastic team, as they continue to propel the business to new heights,” said Marie Claire Aquilina, Financial Director at Kalamba Games. “Joining a business that is expanding as quickly as Kalamba Games currently is, provides a truly exciting challenge and prospects that I’m proud to be a part of and eager to contribute to.” | ||
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+ | == Ekblad, Reinhart, Draisaitl and Bennett were drafted together == | ||
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+ | This seems so fitting. It was 10 years ago this month when Aaron Ekblad, Sam Reinhart, Leon Draisaitl and Sam Bennett were clearly the top four players entering the 2014 NHL Draft, though nobody knew what the order of their selection was going to be. | ||
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+ | They all went through the draft process together. Posed for photos together, some in Philadelphia Phillies jerseys — the draft was in Philly that year — and some in suits. They even dined together a few times. | ||
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+ | And now, they’re going to the Stanley Cup Final together. Game 1 is in Florida on Saturday night. | ||
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+ | For the first time in NHL history, the top four picks from one draft will all be on the ice in the same championship series. Ekblad, Reinhart and Bennett play for the Florida Panthers, Draisaitl plays for the Edmonton Oilers, and 10 years after starting their quests for the Cup together they’re all playing for hockey’s biggest prize. | ||
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+ | “It’s cool,” Reinhart said. “We’ve got a couple of us in this room and Leon, I played a lot against him in junior. He’s obviously transitioned into one of the most dangerous players in the game. It presents a great opportunity for us and a great challenge for us.” | ||
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+ | If nothing else, this final might provide a moment to offer much respect to the people who scouted that 2014 draft. They pretty much got it right. Ekblad went No. 1 to Florida, Reinhart No. 2 to Buffalo, Draisaitl No. 3 to Edmonton and Bennett No. 4 to Calgary. | ||
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+ | Draisaitl, Reinhart and Ekblad rank 1-2-3 in terms of games played from that draft class; Bennett is sixth, with David Pastrnak and Dylan Larkin holding down the No. 4 and No. 5 spots from that list. Draisaitl is a past MVP, Reinhart got more goals this season — including playoffs — than anyone in Florida history, Ekblad has been atop the Panthers’ blueline charts for a decade and Bennett has found, by far, his best game since joining the Panthers in 2021. | ||
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+ | They were expected to be great when they got picked. They’ve delivered. And in his first news conference after getting selected No. 1 overall in that draft, Ekblad lauded the three other players that he’s always going to be linked to because of that night. | ||
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+ | “It’s a great experience,” Ekblad said at that draft. “I’ve got to thank the guys here that were drafted, Sam Reinhart, Sam Bennett, Draisaitl ... but they’re all my great friends and I’m very proud of those guys, as well.” | ||
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+ | Obviously, they’re not all rooting for each other over the next couple weeks. None of them have ever hoisted the Stanley Cup. Florida is in the Cup final for the second straight year after waiting a quarter-century for another shot at the title; Edmonton is playing for the Cup for the first time since 2006, long before Draisaitl arrived in Alberta. | ||
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+ | “Lot of painful years that we’ve gone through,” Draisaitl said of the Oilers. “Lots of learning along the way.” | ||
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+ | Ekblad, Reinhart and Bennett all made the Cup final last year. [https://www.bsc.news/post/safe-totosite-ranking-top-15-major-safe-playground-2024 토토사이트 추천] Draisaitl is obviously in the final for the first time. They’ve come a long way from cheesesteaks and cheesy photos at that Philadelphia draft 10 years ago; a championship is now on the line. | ||
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+ | “It’s pretty freaking cool,” Ekblad said of the Panthers becoming a perennial contender. “It was a long time coming. It wasn’t easy those first few years. There was a lot of learning and growing. ... The fact that we’re at this point now, where the expectation is to challenge for a championship, it’s a really cool thing. It’s a cool feeling and it’s really fun to be a part of.” | ||
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+ | == Mohegan, world-renowned entertainment and gaming brand == | ||
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+ | Mohegan, world-renowned entertainment and gaming brand, is excited to announce that Joffre Wells joins its Executive team as VP of Capital Markets, Investor Relations and Corporate Treasurer. Kelly Leung and Kelly Sullivan, whose time with Mohegan stretches 10+ years, have also been promoted to the Mohegan Leadership Team. | ||
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+ | “We’re so thrilled to have Joffre Wells join our team as his leadership and financial expertise are a perfect fit for our organization, especially as we continue to grow as a premier operator of integrated entertainment resorts,” said Ray Pineault, President & CEO of Mohegan. “Kelly Sullivan and Kelly Leung are also exemplary team members at Mohegan and their respective promotions are well deserved. Our leadership at Mohegan is as strong as ever as we head into 2024 where we’ll meet new challenges and evolve our brand further.” | ||
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+ | As VP of Capital Markets, Investor Relations and Corporate Treasurer, Joffre will help steer Mohegan’s capital planning utilizing his expertise in fixed income, interest rate management and foreign exchange hedging, while further strengthening our investor and banking relationships. The role also allows Joffre to use his knowledge to support strategic projects in accounting, financial planning and analysis and Team Member development. | ||
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+ | Prior to joining Mohegan, Joffre was a Global Macro Trader for Brandywine Global in Philadelphia, PA. Earlier in his career, he also served as Global Rates Trader – Vice President, for BlackRock out of New York, NY. Joffre holds an MBA in Management Information Systems and an MS in Finance from Drexel University, in addition to a BBA in Finance from Temple University. | ||
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+ | Kelly Leung, who now takes on an elevated role for Mohegan as Senior Vice President of International Marketing, has long been a crucial part of the Asian Marketing efforts at Mohegan Sun in Connecticut, which is the flagship property for Mohegan. As Sr. VP of International Marketing, Kelly Leung will remain involved in those key marketing initiatives at Mohegan Sun, while expanding his responsibilities and expertise to Mohegan’s international portfolio which includes Fallsview Casino Resort and Casino Niagara in Niagara Falls, Ontario and now Mohegan INSPIRE Entertainment Resort in Incheon, South Korea. Kelly has more than 27 years of experience in the entertainment & gaming industry, beginning his career as an Executive Host with Foxwoods before serving as an Executive Director at Caesars and Harrah’s properties Las Vegas. Kelly began his career at Mohegan Sun in 2006 as VP of Player Development of Asian Marketing. | ||
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+ | Kelly Leung was born and raised in Hong Kong and prides himself on helping to create memorable experiences for guests. | ||
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+ | Kelly Sullivan also has been a part of the Mohegan family since 2013, first serving as Director of Career and Leadership Development for the Mohegan Tribe where she helped implement programs that support KPIs (key performance indicators) and ensured alignment of offered programs in accordance with strategic business goals for all Mohegan entities. Kelly was hired by Mohegan in 2016 where she took on the title of Director of Global Human Resources and Development. In this position, Kelly sharpened her corporate HR skills and gained valuable experience in overseeing large scale business strategy and operational planning for affiliated sectors both locally and internationally. Kelly was promoted to Director of Global People Operations for Mohegan in 2019, and it was at this time where she also took on an international assignment for Mohegan in spearheading the development and execution of a comprehensive HR strategy for Mohegan INSPIRE while living in South Korea. | ||
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+ | In her role as VP of People Operations, [https://www.bsc.news/post/safe-totosite-ranking-top-15-major-safe-playground-2024 토토사이트] Kelly Sullivan will oversee and lead the Corporate People Operations team for all recruiting, hiring, onboarding, engagement, performance management and other high level internal business operations for Mohegan. | ||
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+ | Corporate People Operations is the newer departmental name previously known as Corporate Human Resources for Mohegan. | ||
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+ | == Pragmatic Play releases Aztec Powernudge == | ||
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+ | Pragmatic Play, a leading content supplier to the iGaming industry, has released its latest pays anywhere slot, Aztec Powernudge, incorporating colossal multipliers and the unique Powernudge feature. | ||
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+ | Set on a 6x5 grid adorned with colorful jewels, eight or more paying symbols must land anywhere on the reels to award a win. Diamond multipliers can randomly award values of up to 100x in the base game. All multipliers are added together and applied to the total win when no more nudges are possible. | ||
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+ | The popular Powernudge feature sees all reels with winning symbols nudge down a spot to reveal new symbols on top, while wins and multipliers are collected in meters. If four, five, six, seven or eight scatters are collected in the same nudge sequence, 15, 20, 25, 30 or 35 free spins are awarded respectively. | ||
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+ | During the bonus game, the multiplier can randomly carry values of 250x, 500x or 1,000x, while landing a further three scatters in a spin awards five additional free spins. | ||
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+ | Aztec Powernudge is the latest pays anywhere Slot in Pragmatic Play’s portfolio, joining recent hits such as Fire Portals and Sugar Rush 1000. | ||
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+ | Irina Cornides, Chief Operating Officer at Pragmatic Play, said: [https://www.bsc.news/post/safe-totosite-ranking-top-15-major-safe-playground-2024 토토사이트 추천]“Aztec Powernudge showcases Pragmatic Play’s continued commitment to delivering immersive experiences. This exciting addition to our growing portfolio of pays anywhere Slots features the popular Powernudge mechanic with massive multipliers.” | ||
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+ | == Boldplay receives gaming license in Gibraltar == | ||
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+ | Boldplay announced yesterday that it successfully acquired a Gibraltar gaming license earlier this month. All Boldplay titles are officially certified for release at regulated casino sites in the country. | ||
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+ | Being a Gibraltar-based business, it can now offer its collection of 80+ slot, table games, bingo, keno and virtual scratch card titles with new players on some of the industry’s biggest platforms. | ||
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+ | Boldplay already gained certification to distribute its games in the U.K., Portugal, Malta and the Isle of Man. The acquisition of its first fully-fledged market license will enable it to pursue further partnerships in the region while also introducing its unique features and jackpots to new audiences. | ||
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+ | “Having signed a number of significant partnership deals over the past few months, we’re delighted to keep up Boldplay’s strong recent momentum this year with another good news story for the company and the acquisition of a Gibraltar gaming license,” said found and CEO, Valli Fragoso. [https://www.bsc.news/post/2024-best-casinosite-evolution-major-baccaratsite-top15 카지노사이트 모음] “With Gibraltar effectively being Boldplay’s ‘home’ territory, we’re very excited to be able to showcase our brand on all GLA-regulated casino platforms in the market and are confident that the new license will unlock further growth opportunities for the company as we continue to expand throughout 2023.” |
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Contents
- 1 Games Global launches custom slot game with Caesars Digital
- 2 Push Gaming partners with MrQ in the UK
- 3 Mohegan Sun Golf Club opens for the new season
- 4 Blueprint Gaming set for fruity affair in Fruitopolis Fortune Play
- 5 Kalamba Games appoints new finance director
- 6 Ekblad, Reinhart, Draisaitl and Bennett were drafted together
- 7 Mohegan, world-renowned entertainment and gaming brand
- 8 Pragmatic Play releases Aztec Powernudge
- 9 Boldplay receives gaming license in Gibraltar
Games Global launches custom slot game with Caesars Digital
Games Global announced the exclusive launch of Caesars Palace Frenzy, a Caesars-branded slot title that marks the first bespoke game launch on behalf of Games Global’s partnership with premier gaming operator Caesars Digital. Caesars Palace Frenzy is now exclusively live on Caesars Palace Online Casino in New Jersey with plans to expand to Michigan and Pennsylvania, offering players another highly engaging, operator-specific gaming experience with iconic Caesars Palace branding.
Caesars Palace Frenzy combines the excitement of the Las Vegas strip’s iconic casino with innovative gaming dynamics crafted by Games Global. Designed exclusively for Caesars Digital online casino players, this game delivers an online slot experience with engaging gameplay, sophisticated graphics, and dynamic features like Scatter Pays, Multiplied Free Spins selected by a concentric wheel, and a 7-tier Jackpot lineup.
This launch demonstrates Games Global’s continued emphasis on partnering with top iGaming operators to deliver exclusive and custom gaming products to players.
“Working closely with Caesars Digital to create Caesars Palace Frenzy has been an exciting journey,” said Walter Bugno, Chief Executive Officer at Games Global. “This game is more than just an online slot experience, it is an adventure that mirrors the thrill and grandeur of one of the world’s most iconic destinations. 슬롯사이트 순위We’re thrilled to see it come to life and deliver a unique blend of entertainment and gaming.”
“We're committed to collaborating with top gaming providers to launch custom online casino experiences for our players that can’t be found anywhere else,” said Matt Sunderland, Senior Vice President and Chief iGaming Officer at Caesars Digital. “Caesars Palace Frenzy delivers on that commitment by providing an elevated gaming experience that we’re certain our players will enjoy.”
Push Gaming partners with MrQ in the UK
B2B gaming supplier Push Gaming has secured a new partnership with leading operator MrQ.
Push Gaming’s highly innovative slot vertical will now become available to MrQ’s customers including the recently released Space Stacks and Deadly 5 along with ever-popular titles such as Razor Shark and Fat Rabbit.
This latest agreement will see Push Gaming extend its footprint in the regulated UK market and begin to offer its titles to more players than ever.
The UK represents the largest iGaming market in Europe and this agreement with MrQ follows a string of other successful deals in recent months by the provider in both new and existing regulated territories, as Push Gaming continues its growth momentum around the world.
Fiona Hickey, Director of New Business and Markets at Push Gaming said: “We are pleased to be working with MrQ having secured this latest partnership.
“Our fan favourite titles continue to be extremely popular with players within the UK and the wider European marketplace and we are thrilled to continue gaining momentum in this important jurisdiction.”
Commenting on the deal, MrQ said: “Push Gaming’s high-quality titles have a long history of being slot enthusiast go-to for both entertainment and engagement. 온라인 슬롯
“We are excited to be welcoming the provider onto our platform, they will be delivering recent hits like Retro Tapes and popular titles such as Jammin' Jars to our players and in turn bolstering our slot offering.”
Mohegan Sun Golf Club opens for the new season
Mohegan Sun Golf Club (MSGC), located at 7 Dows Lane in Baltic, CT, is officially open for the 2024 season for all resort and public play, In addition to enjoying one of the top golf destinations New England has to offer, golfers can indulge in a variety of food and drink options at Greenside Grille & Pub, formerly known as Pautipaug Pub & Grille. Guests can also enjoy a spacious and well-appointed clubhouse, a well-stocked and revamped pro shop, a fitness room, the “Triple Tee Snack Bar” that greets players halfway through their round, top-notch practice areas, a training facility and a complimentary driving range for all players.
This season, guests can enjoy the newly refreshed Greenside Grille & Pub. Formerly known as the Pautipaug Pub, the Greenside Grille & Pub offers an abundance of mouthwatering menu options including, but not limited to, House Recipe Chicken Wings, a Blueberry Harvest Salad, The Hangover Burger, a Chicken Parmesan Sandwich, and Shrimp Scampi. “Daily Chef’s Specials” and a full-service bar with a wide selection of signature cocktails and craft beer are also available. Golfers can enjoy indoor entertainment on a big screen television or the spectacular beauty of the outdoors on the patio. Greenside Grille & Pub is open daily from 7:30am – 7:00pm.
Led by PGA Master Professional and VP & General Manager, Philip Krick Jr., MSGC kicks off the 2024 season with a public rate of $150 Monday through Thursday ($105 after 2:00pm). Weekend rates before 2:00pm are priced at $170, ($140 after 2:00pm). MSGC does offer military discounts, and reduced rates are also offered for guests staying at Mohegan Sun and groups of 13 or more. Golf carts are included in all of the above rates.
Mohegan Sun’s Momentum members also experience exclusive opportunities such as complimentary rounds of golf, preferred golf guest rates, lessons and discounts at The Golf Shop at Mohegan Sun Golf Club. Signing up for Momentum, Mohegan Sun’s loyalty rewards program, is free and guests age 21 and older can visit any Player's Club booth at Mohegan Sun for more information.
MSGC is home to a state-of-the-art Golf Academy, where guests can save strokes on their scorecards by improving their gameplay at a comprehensive training facility, equipped with the latest in-video and shot tracking technologies. Head Golf Professional Joe Mentz will also provide outdoor training, with a coaching model that is based on asking the right questions, actively listening and empowering students with focused, fact-based feedback. Guests can book lessons at mohegansun.com/golf or by calling the Golf Shop at 860.862.9235.
Mohegan Sun Golf Club is a 72-par course and was recently recognized as one of the “Top 50 Casino Golf Courses” by Golfweek. 온라인 슬롯 The 156-acre course is kept in pristine playing condition by a dedicated grounds team, and upgrades to various holes have been made since Mohegan Sun took ownership in 2007. Those renovations continue 17 years later, as a three-year, multi-phase renovation is underway, implementing various redesigns and improvements across the course to improve both pace-of-play and the overall golfing experience for all levels of play. Mohegan Sun Golf Club has also become known for hosting high-profile tournaments and events, some of which that have brought the likes of Michael Jordan, Aaron Rodgers, Charles Barkley, Chris Paul, Joe Pesci, Ahmad Rashad, Larry Fitzgerald and Ray Allen to the championship course.
MSGC’s clubhouse, stretching 20,000 square feet, has also been significantly updated in recent years, including renovations to the Greenside Grille & Pub and lounge areas. The clubhouse also features a second-floor banquet room, which can be customized for private parties, receptions & group events.
Blueprint Gaming set for fruity affair in Fruitopolis Fortune Play
Leading developer Blueprint Gaming has introduced a new fruit-themed slot to its diverse games portfolio, Fruitopolis Fortune Play, which includes the popular four reel set window format to maximize the win potential.
The classic theme is brought into the modern marketplace through the use of premium graphics and transitions, as well as the option of activating the Fortune Play mode at the cost of x20 bet to allow for play across four sets of reels simultaneously.
This 20 paylines slot deploys adjacent pays, while any number of mystery Golden Chips in view will reveal any symbol, including the Money Spins symbol which awards the bonus game.
The Money Spins round uses Hold and Win mechanics, during which players have three spins to collect cash prizes, with the appearance of new symbols resetting the free spins counter.
During the Fortune Play mode, any mystery Symbol that lands in view will transfer to any remaining reels, delivering the potential for Money Spins to be triggered on every window.
The launch of Fruitopolis Fortune Play highlights Blueprint’s continued ability to introduce new experiences to classic themes, providing operators with valuable content that attracts a wide audience of players and encourages strong engagement.
Jo Purvis, Director of Key Accounts and Marketing UK at Blueprint Gaming, said: “Fruitopolis Fortune Play brings together a popular theme that is proven to resonate with a large section of players, while also incorporating game features to help elevate the overall experience.
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Kalamba Games appoints new finance director
Kalamba Games appointed Marie Claire Aquilina as Financial Director of Kalamba Games, following an expansion of recruitment to further support the provider’s continued success.
Aquilina’s employment follows in the wake of rapid commercial growth and expansion for Kalamba Games. The new financial director brings with her a vast array of industry experience, having performed similar roles at tier-one iGaming companies including Relax Gaming where she was the Financial Controller for over a decade.
“Marie is joining us at a time of unprecedented expansion at Kalamba Games and her experience and knowledge will provide the company with great insight as we further develop our global footprint,” said Andrew Crosby, Chief Commercial Officer at Kalamba Games. “She brings with her a wealth of industry know-how and we’re looking forward to seeing the benefits that will bring.”
This latest hire will further strengthen Kalamba’s commercial strategy with Aquilina’s responsibilities including the establishment of revenue strategies, leading accounting operations and evolving and improving efficiencies.
With the provider maintaining a positive trajectory through the release of engaging, player favorite titles and the development of new markets and operator partners, Aquilina’s appointment will be followed by additional new hires to bolster Kalamba’s team during this time of growth. 스포츠토토사이트
“I’m delighted to be joining Kalamba Games and I’m grateful for the opportunity of working with their talented and enthusiastic team, as they continue to propel the business to new heights,” said Marie Claire Aquilina, Financial Director at Kalamba Games. “Joining a business that is expanding as quickly as Kalamba Games currently is, provides a truly exciting challenge and prospects that I’m proud to be a part of and eager to contribute to.”
Ekblad, Reinhart, Draisaitl and Bennett were drafted together
This seems so fitting. It was 10 years ago this month when Aaron Ekblad, Sam Reinhart, Leon Draisaitl and Sam Bennett were clearly the top four players entering the 2014 NHL Draft, though nobody knew what the order of their selection was going to be.
They all went through the draft process together. Posed for photos together, some in Philadelphia Phillies jerseys — the draft was in Philly that year — and some in suits. They even dined together a few times.
And now, they’re going to the Stanley Cup Final together. Game 1 is in Florida on Saturday night.
For the first time in NHL history, the top four picks from one draft will all be on the ice in the same championship series. Ekblad, Reinhart and Bennett play for the Florida Panthers, Draisaitl plays for the Edmonton Oilers, and 10 years after starting their quests for the Cup together they’re all playing for hockey’s biggest prize.
“It’s cool,” Reinhart said. “We’ve got a couple of us in this room and Leon, I played a lot against him in junior. He’s obviously transitioned into one of the most dangerous players in the game. It presents a great opportunity for us and a great challenge for us.”
If nothing else, this final might provide a moment to offer much respect to the people who scouted that 2014 draft. They pretty much got it right. Ekblad went No. 1 to Florida, Reinhart No. 2 to Buffalo, Draisaitl No. 3 to Edmonton and Bennett No. 4 to Calgary.
Draisaitl, Reinhart and Ekblad rank 1-2-3 in terms of games played from that draft class; Bennett is sixth, with David Pastrnak and Dylan Larkin holding down the No. 4 and No. 5 spots from that list. Draisaitl is a past MVP, Reinhart got more goals this season — including playoffs — than anyone in Florida history, Ekblad has been atop the Panthers’ blueline charts for a decade and Bennett has found, by far, his best game since joining the Panthers in 2021.
They were expected to be great when they got picked. They’ve delivered. And in his first news conference after getting selected No. 1 overall in that draft, Ekblad lauded the three other players that he’s always going to be linked to because of that night.
“It’s a great experience,” Ekblad said at that draft. “I’ve got to thank the guys here that were drafted, Sam Reinhart, Sam Bennett, Draisaitl ... but they’re all my great friends and I’m very proud of those guys, as well.”
Obviously, they’re not all rooting for each other over the next couple weeks. None of them have ever hoisted the Stanley Cup. Florida is in the Cup final for the second straight year after waiting a quarter-century for another shot at the title; Edmonton is playing for the Cup for the first time since 2006, long before Draisaitl arrived in Alberta.
“Lot of painful years that we’ve gone through,” Draisaitl said of the Oilers. “Lots of learning along the way.”
Ekblad, Reinhart and Bennett all made the Cup final last year. 토토사이트 추천 Draisaitl is obviously in the final for the first time. They’ve come a long way from cheesesteaks and cheesy photos at that Philadelphia draft 10 years ago; a championship is now on the line.
“It’s pretty freaking cool,” Ekblad said of the Panthers becoming a perennial contender. “It was a long time coming. It wasn’t easy those first few years. There was a lot of learning and growing. ... The fact that we’re at this point now, where the expectation is to challenge for a championship, it’s a really cool thing. It’s a cool feeling and it’s really fun to be a part of.”
Mohegan, world-renowned entertainment and gaming brand
Mohegan, world-renowned entertainment and gaming brand, is excited to announce that Joffre Wells joins its Executive team as VP of Capital Markets, Investor Relations and Corporate Treasurer. Kelly Leung and Kelly Sullivan, whose time with Mohegan stretches 10+ years, have also been promoted to the Mohegan Leadership Team.
“We’re so thrilled to have Joffre Wells join our team as his leadership and financial expertise are a perfect fit for our organization, especially as we continue to grow as a premier operator of integrated entertainment resorts,” said Ray Pineault, President & CEO of Mohegan. “Kelly Sullivan and Kelly Leung are also exemplary team members at Mohegan and their respective promotions are well deserved. Our leadership at Mohegan is as strong as ever as we head into 2024 where we’ll meet new challenges and evolve our brand further.”
As VP of Capital Markets, Investor Relations and Corporate Treasurer, Joffre will help steer Mohegan’s capital planning utilizing his expertise in fixed income, interest rate management and foreign exchange hedging, while further strengthening our investor and banking relationships. The role also allows Joffre to use his knowledge to support strategic projects in accounting, financial planning and analysis and Team Member development.
Prior to joining Mohegan, Joffre was a Global Macro Trader for Brandywine Global in Philadelphia, PA. Earlier in his career, he also served as Global Rates Trader – Vice President, for BlackRock out of New York, NY. Joffre holds an MBA in Management Information Systems and an MS in Finance from Drexel University, in addition to a BBA in Finance from Temple University.
Kelly Leung, who now takes on an elevated role for Mohegan as Senior Vice President of International Marketing, has long been a crucial part of the Asian Marketing efforts at Mohegan Sun in Connecticut, which is the flagship property for Mohegan. As Sr. VP of International Marketing, Kelly Leung will remain involved in those key marketing initiatives at Mohegan Sun, while expanding his responsibilities and expertise to Mohegan’s international portfolio which includes Fallsview Casino Resort and Casino Niagara in Niagara Falls, Ontario and now Mohegan INSPIRE Entertainment Resort in Incheon, South Korea. Kelly has more than 27 years of experience in the entertainment & gaming industry, beginning his career as an Executive Host with Foxwoods before serving as an Executive Director at Caesars and Harrah’s properties Las Vegas. Kelly began his career at Mohegan Sun in 2006 as VP of Player Development of Asian Marketing.
Kelly Leung was born and raised in Hong Kong and prides himself on helping to create memorable experiences for guests.
Kelly Sullivan also has been a part of the Mohegan family since 2013, first serving as Director of Career and Leadership Development for the Mohegan Tribe where she helped implement programs that support KPIs (key performance indicators) and ensured alignment of offered programs in accordance with strategic business goals for all Mohegan entities. Kelly was hired by Mohegan in 2016 where she took on the title of Director of Global Human Resources and Development. In this position, Kelly sharpened her corporate HR skills and gained valuable experience in overseeing large scale business strategy and operational planning for affiliated sectors both locally and internationally. Kelly was promoted to Director of Global People Operations for Mohegan in 2019, and it was at this time where she also took on an international assignment for Mohegan in spearheading the development and execution of a comprehensive HR strategy for Mohegan INSPIRE while living in South Korea.
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Corporate People Operations is the newer departmental name previously known as Corporate Human Resources for Mohegan.
Pragmatic Play releases Aztec Powernudge
Pragmatic Play, a leading content supplier to the iGaming industry, has released its latest pays anywhere slot, Aztec Powernudge, incorporating colossal multipliers and the unique Powernudge feature.
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The popular Powernudge feature sees all reels with winning symbols nudge down a spot to reveal new symbols on top, while wins and multipliers are collected in meters. If four, five, six, seven or eight scatters are collected in the same nudge sequence, 15, 20, 25, 30 or 35 free spins are awarded respectively.
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Boldplay receives gaming license in Gibraltar
Boldplay announced yesterday that it successfully acquired a Gibraltar gaming license earlier this month. All Boldplay titles are officially certified for release at regulated casino sites in the country.
Being a Gibraltar-based business, it can now offer its collection of 80+ slot, table games, bingo, keno and virtual scratch card titles with new players on some of the industry’s biggest platforms.
Boldplay already gained certification to distribute its games in the U.K., Portugal, Malta and the Isle of Man. The acquisition of its first fully-fledged market license will enable it to pursue further partnerships in the region while also introducing its unique features and jackpots to new audiences.
“Having signed a number of significant partnership deals over the past few months, we’re delighted to keep up Boldplay’s strong recent momentum this year with another good news story for the company and the acquisition of a Gibraltar gaming license,” said found and CEO, Valli Fragoso. 카지노사이트 모음 “With Gibraltar effectively being Boldplay’s ‘home’ territory, we’re very excited to be able to showcase our brand on all GLA-regulated casino platforms in the market and are confident that the new license will unlock further growth opportunities for the company as we continue to expand throughout 2023.”