Off the Pace: 10 New Year's resolutions for Delaware Park * The Racing Biz
The casino and racetrack at Delaware Park were sold last year to a Canadian private equity firm and a subsidiary of Rubico Gaming. There were no significant changes to the purse structure, wagering menu or class of racing at the facility during the 2022 meet. Off the Pace offers 10 New Year's resolutions for Delaware.
The casino and racetrack at Delaware Park were sold last year to a Canadian private equity firm and a subsidiary of Rubico Gaming. There were no significant changes to the purse structure, wagering menu or class of racing at the facility during the 2022 meet. Off the Pace suggests 10 New Year's resolutions for Delaware.
Delaware Park should change their racing calendar to run on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.
Delaware Park should increase foot traffic at the facility and introduce weekend holidays, prime racing days and educate newcomers on how to place a bet. The track should also use the best paddock in the region to create a unique experience.
3) Invest in the turf course to enable it to be used more frequently.
Social media can be a cost effective marketing tool when used properly.
New Year's resolutions for Delaware Park include promoting gambling to existing casino and sports players and offering handicapping seminars.
New Year's resolutions for Delaware Park include lower the takeout and find a balance between handle increase and rake reduction.
There are many on-site bettors who wager through ADWs. This is a huge revenue loss for the track.
FanDuel TV will broadcast more races from Delaware Park.
New Year's resolutions for Delaware Park include scheduling and adjusting post times slightly.
10) Schedule events on the track apron during live racing to encourage casino patrons and new customers to come outside and witness a race. Promote The Terrace Restaurant and the free seating by the finish line.
Delaware Park is one of the best racetracks around. It's May, so it's too early to make any new year's resolutions for the business.
