Jul 3, 2012 | Gaming, General News, Special Events
Weekend-long event to feature a signing with Troy Landry and Chase Landry of Swamp People™ in addition to other great outdoor fun
Mohegan Sun is calling all outdoors-men to join the fun of Outdoor Adventure Weekend, taking place in The Shops at Mohegan Sun on Saturday, July 21st & Sunday, July 22nd from Noon to 6:00pm. Highlights will include a special appearance and signing on Sunday afternoon by Troy Landry and Chase Landry from the Swamp People™ television series. Also on the slate for the big weekend will be cooking & hunting demos, a rock climbing wall and a special giveaway promotion and plenty more.
Things kick off at Noon on Saturday, July 21st where guests will find The Shops concourse decked out with fly fishing, camping, boating and hunting displays, some of which will offer live demonstrations for guests. There will also be a rock climbing wall set up for guests to try out. Furthermore, a number of retailers like Cabela’s, Bass Pro and Dick’s Sporting Goods will be on-hand showcasing gear and offering expert advice for any outdoor adventure.
And speaking of experts on all things outdoors, Sunday, July 22nd, Troy Landry and Chase Landry of Swamp People™, will be at Mohegan Sun participating in a free Reality Check. Guests can greet and grab autographs from the fearless alligator hunters in the Shops at Mohegan Sun starting at 3:00pm.
The fun doesn’t stop there! Throughout the weekend, guests can enter into a drawing to win a number of great prizes from such retailers as Cabela’s and more. Each prize package is valued at $500 and members must be present to win. Drawings will take place at 6:00pm on July 21st and 22nd.
Free camouflage t-shirts will also be handed out to the first 500 male Player’s Club members at the Riverview Coat Check, beginning at 9:00am on both days.
About Mohegan Sun:
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, is one of the largest, most spectacular entertainment, gaming, dining and shopping destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is home to three unique casinos, a 34-story, 1,200 room luxury hotel, a world-class spa and golf course, over 75 shops, restaurants and bars as well as three award-winning entertainment venues including a 10,000-seat Arena. Mohegan Sun is within easy access of New York, Boston, Hartford and Providence and located 15 minutes from the museums, antique shops and waterfront of Mystic Country. More information is available by calling 1.888.226.7711 or visiting mohegansun.com. Connect with us on facebook.com/mohegansun, follow us on twitter.com/mohegansun and view us on youtube.com/mohegansunvideos.
Jun 1, 2012 | Gaming, General News, Sports
Enjoy the big race inside the Uncas Ballroom on June 9th with top notch food, drinks and special guests
Saturday, June 9th will mark the third and final leg of horse racing’s Big 3 with the 2012 Belmont Stakes and once again, Mohegan Sun will be calling on fans to enjoy the action in the Uncas Ballroom. With the added excitement of a Triple Crown threat in this year’s race, Mohegan Sun’s Belmont Stakes Party will begin at 11:00am. Special guest handicappers Richard Eng and Tom Quigley will also be in attendance.
When doors open, guests can enjoy unique drink specials and get their wagers in. Any guest who makes a $25.00 wager will receive an official Belmont Stakes souvenir and guests who make a $50.00 scores a free pass to the buffet. Advance wagering in the Race Book is also available on Friday, June 8th. Race fans will receive an official Belmont Stakes souvenir gift with any $25.00 advance wager.
The Uncas Ballroom will be equipped with 30 betting terminals and several large screens dedicated to the races. There will be open seating for approximately 1,000 people; seating is solely on a “first-come, first-served” basis. All guests must be 21 years of age or older to participate.
Guests looking to gain professional insight on the race can pick the brains of special guest handicappers Richard Eng and Tom Quigley. Eng is Turf Editor and Top Handicapper for the Las Vegas Review-Journal, Las Vegas Gaming Columnist for the Daily Racing Form and author of Betting on Horse Racing For Dummies. Joining him will be Tom Quigley, Publisher of
The HorsePlayer Magazine.
The last winner of the Triple Crown was in 1978 and on Saturday, June 9th, winner of both the Kentucky Derby and The Preakness Stakes, “I’ll Have Another,” will go for one of the most exciting feats in sports. A win would make “I’ll Have Another” only the 12th horse in history to sweep the Triple Crown.
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming, shopping and dining destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is within easy access of New York, Boston, Hartford and Providence and located 15 minutes from the museums, antique shops and waterfront of Mystic Country. More information is available by calling 1.888.226.7711 or visiting mohegansun.com. Connect with us on facebook.com/mohegansun, follow us on twitter.com/mohegansun and view us on youtube.com/mohegansunvideos.
May 22, 2012 | Gaming, General News
Bally Technologies and Mohegan Sun team up once again to bring great new slot machines to the gaming floor
Mohegan Sun is thrilled to announce that the Michael Jackson King of Pop themed slot machines are set to be unveiled at Mohegan Sun in mid-June. A total of twelve penny slot machines will be launched, with six in Casino of the Earth and six in Casino of the Sky. Mohegan Sun will be one of the first casinos on the East Coast to have the all-new Michael Jackson King of Pop slot machines.
Michael Jackson King of Pop features one of the most widely beloved and influential artists of all time in an exciting, music-filled game on Bally’s new Pro Series™ V22/32 cabinet with the custom, Pro surround-sound chair. Offering everything from mystery wilds bonuses and free games bonus events and featuring hit songs “Bad”, “Beat It”, “Billie Jean”, “Dirty Diana”, and “Smooth Criminal”, this game is highlighted by a U-Spin™ Platinum Record Bonus and video clips showcasing the performer. Michael Jackson is represented exclusively for licensing by the Bravado International Group.
Guests will be able to find the Michael Jackson King of Pop video slots near Sunglasses USA in Casino of the Sky. In Casino of the Earth, the machines will be located across from Birches Bar & Grill.
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming, shopping and dining destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is within easy access of New York, Boston, Hartford and Providence and located 15 minutes from the museums, antique shops and waterfront of Mystic Country. More information is available by calling 1.888.226.7711 or visiting mohegansun.com.
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May 10, 2012 | Breaking News, Gaming, General News
DeepStacks Poker Tour Mohegan Sun National Championship To Be Held December 1-3, 2012
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DeepStacks Poker Tour, the North American poker series featuring the game’s top pros playing in affordable buy-in tournaments, has partnered with the East Coast’s premier entertainment and gaming destination, Mohegan Sun, to deliver a series of championship poker events.
Under this deal, the DEEPSTACKS POKER TOUR NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP AT MOHEGAN SUN will be held December 1-3, 2012. The $2500 buy-in event features a $500,000 guarantee and has already drawn commitments from DeepStacks Pros and World Series of Poker champions Mike “The Mouth” Matusow and Michael “The Grinder” Mizrachi, as well as WPT Champions Randal “RandAllIn” Flowers and Justin “Boosted J” Smith.
The DeepStacks Poker Tour Mohegan Sun National Championship will be the final tournament of the 11-day series at Mohegan Sun, running from Nov. 23 – Dec. 3, featuring 32 events The final table will be televised regionally, with announcer Joe Stapleton alongside analyst and WSOP bracelet winner Tristan “Cre8ive” Wade.
The winner of each DeepStacks Poker Tour event earns a seat to the DSPT National Championship at Mohegan Sun.
“Having one of the most respected brands in the world as our national casino partner is truly an honor,” said DeepStacks CEO Chris Torina. “Mohegan Sun is one of the world’s premier resort and gaming destinations. We couldn’t be happier to join forces with such a great casino.”
“DeepStacks’ vision to be the industry’s premier poker source aligns perfectly with our established reputation as the premier entertainment and gaming destination,” said Ray Pineault, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer for Mohegan Sun. “This partnership will provide players with the most exciting and challenging poker schedule and tournaments available in the industry. We look forward to hosting our first DeepStacks championship event with some of the premier poker players in the world this fall.”
DSPT returns to Mohegan Sun in early 2013 to kick off Season 2 with another great event and prizepool guarantee.
“Beginning and ending DeepStacks Poker Tour each year at Mohegan Sun ensures a first class experience for the players,” said Torina.
For the full DeepStacks Poker Tour schedule, please visit www.deepstacks.com.
About DeepStacks Poker Tour:
DeepStacks Poker Tour is a domestic and international tournament circuit focused on increasing player fields and prize pools through pro player participation and quality television programming. Integrated with the industry’s premier poker brand, the Tour is designed to reach a mainstream demographic, utilizing its strong casino partnerships and comprehensive marketing campaigns to fuel the growth of its tournaments. For more information visit www.DeepStacks.com.
About Mohegan Sun:
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, is one of the largest, most spectacular entertainment, gaming, dining and shopping destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is home to three unique casinos, a 34-story, 1,200 room luxury hotel, a world-class spa and golf course, over 75 shops, restaurants and bars as well as three award-winning entertainment venues including a 10,000-seat Arena. Mohegan Sun is within easy access of New York, Boston, Hartford and Providence and located 15 minutes from the museums, antique shops and waterfront of Mystic Country. More information is available by calling 1.888.226.7711 or visiting mohegansun.com. Connect with us on facebook.com/mohegansun, follow us on twitter.com/mohegansun and view us on youtube.com/mohegansunvideos.
MEDIA CONTACTS:
DeepStacks Poker Tour: Justin Simon, [email protected]
Mohegan Sun: Cathy Soper, [email protected]
Apr 26, 2012 | Breaking News, Gaming, General News
New Bally Technology, Inc. IVIEW™ installed on nearly 6,000 slot machines
UNCASVILLE, CT – This May, Mohegan Sun is getting ready to unveil one of the largest changeovers to an existing casino floor in the history of the gaming industry. Memorial Day weekend, the Northeast’s premier entertainment and gaming destination will roll out Mohegan Sun’s PowerPlay Bonusing – a collaboration with Bally Technologies, Inc. featuring their new iVIEW™ and iVIEW Display Manager™ (DM) with Elite Bonusing Suite™.
This new programming, with preview days beginning May 5th, will be installed on nearly 6,000 machines property-wide and provides a one-of-a-kind gaming environment with real-time, point-of-play rewards and promotions. Easy-to-play progressives, slot tournaments, virtual racing and wheel promotions provide more ways for guests to win instantly as they play their favorite slot machines, while at the same time having instant access to property information, entertainment, restaurants and retailers, as well as Player’s Club point balances.
“It became clear to us that the best way to grow in this increasingly competitive market is to have the most innovative tools available and provide the best gaming experience for our guests,” said Mohegan Sun’s President and Chief Executive Officer Jeff Hartmann. “Not only is Mohegan Sun part of an elite group of casinos worldwide offering this technology, but it is the only casino in the Northeast and the largest in the country to offer this unique bonusing product for our guests.”
Part of the new bonusing program is Mohegan Sun’s Virtual Racing Circuit. Slot players will have the opportunity to participate in a free bonusing event where they can pick one of eight horses such as ShineMaker and Sky High. If their horse wins, they automatically get rewarded.
“Mohegan Sun’s PowerPlay Bonusing provides unique and special bonusing features otherwise not available on a casino floor,” said Mohegan Sun’s Vice President of Slot Operations, Frank Neborsky.
Neborsky added, “With the second largest slot floor in the United States housing three casinos and nearly 6,000 slot machines, it was a tremendous effort coordinated by a number of departments to accomplish this project on an incredibly aggressive timeline.
The iVIEW network is an interactive communication tool used by players to access such information as their Player’s Club points and property information such as concerts, restaurants, retailers and more right while they’re playing. Customized offers and bonus rewards are also offered. Bally’s Elite Bonusing Suite adds dramatic new levels of excitement and anticipation to the slot play experience. The Elite Bonusing Suite applications deliver floor-wide, personalized promotions, second-chance-to-win events, and the ability for players to earn valuable rewards − all without interrupting their play experience.
These interactive solutions enable players to do things such as spin wheels, select and root for their favorite horse and participate in floor-wide slot tournaments and instant bonusing or powerplays.
From installation to operation, the conversion project spanned five months. Over 25,000 man hours went in to this conversion from the slot team alone and over 5 ½ miles of fiber-optic wire were run for the project, which is equivalent to around 44 city blocks or 11,000 steps.
To learn more about the Bally technology launching at Mohegan Sun this May, visit http://ballytech.com/Videos/elite-bonusing-suite-9/iview-messaging.html
About Mohegan Sun:
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, is one of the largest, most spectacular entertainment, gaming, dining and shopping destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is home to three unique casinos, a 34-story, 1,200 room luxury hotel, a world-class spa and golf course, over 75 shops, restaurants and bars as well as three award-winning entertainment venues including a 10,000-seat Arena. Mohegan Sun is within easy access of New York, Boston, Hartford and Providence and located 15 minutes from the museums, antique shops and waterfront of Mystic Country. More information is available by calling 1.888.226.7711 or visiting mohegansun.com. Connect with us on facebook.com/mohegansun, follow us on twitter.com/mohegansun and view us on youtube.com/mohegansunvideos.
About Bally Technologies, Inc.:
With a history dating back to 1932, Las Vegas-based Bally Technologies designs, manufactures, operates and distributes advanced gaming devices, systems and technology solutions worldwide. Bally’s product line includes reel-spinning slot machines, video slots, wide-area progressives, mobile applications, and Class II, lottery and central determination games and platforms. As the world’s No. 1 gaming-systems company, Bally also offers an array of casino management, slot accounting, bonusing, cashless and table management solutions. For more information, please contact Laura Olson-Reyes, Director of Corporate Communications, at 702-584-7742, or visit http://www.ballytech.com.
Apr 9, 2012 | Gaming
Mohegan Sun is geared up once again for the annual Kentucky Derby party held in the Uncas Ballroom
On Saturday, May 5th, this year’s “Run for the Roses” will be celebrated in full at Mohegan Sun with the annual Kentucky Derby Party held in the Uncas Ballroom. Doors for the special party will open to the public at 10:00am.
As always, the Derby’s signature cocktail, Mint Julep, will be available as well as additional drink specials and food options at the derby festival buffet. Guests joining the fun will also be able to take advantage of thirty betting terminals to go along with nine large screens. There will be open seating for approximately 1,000 people; seating is on a “first-come, first-served” basis. All guests must be 21 years of age or older to participate.
Special guests offering key advice for this year’s event will be Joanna Jones, race analyst and host for HRTV and Linda Rice, the renowned trainer and first woman to hold a training title in New York.
After grabbing some pointers, all that’s left to do is make your picks. Guests who make a $25.00 wager will receive a commemorative Mohegan Sun Derby souvenir and any $50.00 wager will allow guests to pass through the Derby Festival Buffet.
Advance wagering will also be available on Friday, May 4th and guests choosing to place such wagers will receive a commemorative souvenir designed especially for the Mohegan Sun Race Book.
Joanne Jones is a TV host for HRTV’s daily show, Race Day America, which features a preview of the racing day, along with topical issues in the racing world and interviews with prominent guests. She also has been on the network’s weekly show, The Edge and in the past, the Magna 5 preview show. Her tenure with HRTV has taken her to numerous venues across the country, including the Kentucky Derby in 2007, the Preakness in 2004 and 2011 and the Belmont Stakes in 2005. A well-known and well respected personality in the industry, Jones was introduced to horse racing by her father, Professor Gordon Jones. He was the columnist/handicapper for the Los Angeles Herald Examiner, so Jones learned plenty over the years, working alongside her father on the weekends while in high school.
Linda Rice, who made history at Saratoga in 2009 when she became the first woman to win a NYRA training title, reached another personal milestone in June of 2011 at Belmont Park when she saddled her 1,000th winner as a trainer. Rice finished the Belmont spring/summer meet, tied with Todd Pletcher, atop the trainer standings with 25 wins. This is the third meet title for Rice.
She joins an elite group of female trainers to top the 1,000 win mark, which includes Stephanie Beattie, Christine Janks, Barbara McBride and Kathleen O’Connell.
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming, shopping and dining destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is within easy access of New York, Boston, Hartford and Providence and located 15 minutes from the museums, antique shops and waterfront of Mystic Country. More information is available by calling 1.888.226.7711 or visiting mohegansun.com.
