BetRivers is part of the growing list of online Virginia sportsbooks.
BetRivers touts all the features of the main U.S. sportsbooks including an array of different sports to wager on, sign-up bonuses, rewards, daily odds boosts and versatile betting options like parlays, player props and futures.
BetRivers is looking to build its brand recognition and offers competitive promotions, and even though itās still playing catch-up in terms of user experience, its pros outweigh its cons as a sportsbook complete with everything a bettor needs.
Depositing with BetRivers is simple. Sports bettors have the option of depositing funds ($10 minimum deposit) using a debit card, online banking option, PayPal or a BetRivers Play+ branded card. Soon theyāll accept Visa, Mastercard, Discover and Cash-at-Cage options when casinos are built in Virginia.
The process is easy, with the siteās Cashier Page and Help Center answering all questions bettors may have should they have issues with the straightforward process. Thereās also a dropdown menu on each userās profile page with a spot to deposit additional funds after their initial sign-up. Bettors can use responsible gaming tools available on the BetRivers sportsbook app to set daily, weekly or monthly deposit limits should they desire.
Online withdrawals take anywhere from 3-5 days. That process is also easy, with bettors able to withdraw through online banking methods, a check by mail, or their BetRivers Play+ card. Like other major sites, Player Support and chat options are available if users have questions about how to withdraw their money. Funds are able to be withdrawn at any time.
Pick a sport, any sport. There is a betting option for just about everyone at BetRivers Virginia. Yes, there are the major sports such as the NFL and college football, basketball, baseball, hockey, golf and soccer. However, players can also bet on more minor sports such as UFC and MMA, tennis, motorsports and darts. Keep in mind, though, that it is not legal in Virginia to bet on in-state colleges such as Virginia Tech or the University of Virginia, and no prop bets or live betting is allowed on any college sports.
BetRivers also makes it easy for sports bettors to find action by moving up the āmost popularā betting sports at the time on the left rail of the home page. That also includes your bet history, sports that are streaming live, house specials and any sports that have BetRivers bonuses attached to them.
Whether youāre betting on the Washington Commanders, Nationals, Capitals, Wizards or want to spice it up with a wager on a non-core sport, BetRivers online sportsbook has you covered.
As one of the premier U.S. online sports betting sites, BetRivers has all the expected, standard options for betting on games. These include moneylines, point spreads and alternate spreads, totals betting, team and player props, parlays, winning margins, exact scores, teasers and round robins.
But thereās much more to BetRivers Virginia than just that. It offers 20% profit boosts on in-game bets on Tuesdays, a $100,000 Pick āEm contest during the NFL season that hands out both weekly and season-long prizes, and additional parlay perks that offer rewards such as future free bets.
Bettors love options, and sportsbooks have begun to give it to them. Thereās far more to sportsbooks, BetRivers included, than simply placing a single bet before the game with standard -105 to -120 odds. Hereās some of the features BetRivers online sportsbook offers up, including a great odds boost program,
You donāt just place your bet and shut down your BetRivers app. Like many major sports betting sites, live betting (in-play) odds are available. From live moneylines to live point spreads, live over/under totals and prop bets, scores of wagers are available in real time and are a breeze to use.
Feeling confident about your wager but nervous about a backdoor cover that results in a loss? If your bet is tanking and has no real chance of success and you want to minimize the damage, BetRivers offers a cash-out option on select bets at certain times that allows bettors to walk away while a bet is still in play and ācash out.ā It is not always available, however when it is, the cash-out total updates constantly, so bettors will want to pay attention as their games play out.
Like many of the major sportsbooks, BetRivers also provides odds boost on specific games. These include a 20% profit boost on basketball games on Mondays, a 20% profit boost on Tuesdays in the NHL, and other daily odds boosts on select āgames of the week āreferred to as House Specials. These odds boosts can be used on point spreads, moneylines, totals and even parlays, depending on the day. BetRivers also has a Tuesday special that boosts in-game betsā profits by 20%.
One downside to BetRivers is that users cannot create their own same-game parlays like they can on other sites. BetRivers does offer their own specials on same-game parlays, but theyāre offered sparingly.
BetRiversā website has plenty to offer in an easy-to-navigate interface. Its banner includes quick links to current promotions, reward statuses and a profile with all your information in one spot. All sports are listed on the left side of the screen, with BetRivers boosting live sports and sports with promotions and bonuses attached to them up to the top of that rail.
Betslips populate on the right side of the screen, and multiple bets can be chosen to create parlays. Within a specific game, bettors have the ability to see statistics from a matchupās previous five games, a nice touch that provides some context and information before placing a bet.
BetRiversā overall user experience does take some getting used to. At times, the website can feel loud and overwhelming. With sports on the left, scrolling user victories and streaks on the right, and live and upcoming games in the middle, thereās a lot going on. It certainly takes more time getting used to than some of its competitors. Some users have experienced some glitching and slow loading times, which can be important when placing a bet right before a game begins or when trying to place an in-game wager. However, we did not encounter those issues when reviewing the site.
The BetRivers sportsbook app is available for both IOS and Android. Users will need to have a Geolocator app installed for proof of location in order to activate their account and make wagers. The BetRivers app has its strengths and weaknesses, and overall has led to mixed reviews. Though itās easy to navigate when working properly, users have reported some issues with lag, making it tougher to bet on live events. Like the website, the appās interface can feel busy at times, but it presents all the same betting options as the website.
Itās easy for new players to join BetRivers in VA.
All real money wagers (non-bonuses or rewards) will earn you Loyalty Level Points and Bonus Store Points called iRush Rewards. The more money wagered, the more Loyalty Level Points bettors can earn. There are 10 tiers to the iRush Rewards, with each tier unlocking more access with more perks. Users can also easily see how much money they have in their Bonus Bank, which is located directly in their profile under their account balance.
BetRivers takes a serious stance on responsible gambling. In addition to multiple spots on the home page supporting such gambling and a āResponsible Gamingā tab on each profileās dropdown menu, BetRivers also have seven different links on the Help Center page, including email and chat support as well as a phone number for those in need of help with a potential gambling problem. Other links include steps for users to take to check and set their gaming limits, including enabling a ācooldownā period that can restrict access for 3 to 30 days. Live chat support is available daily from 9:30 a.m. to 2 a.m. ET.
BetRivers has just about everything bettors in Virginia could ask for. From the Super Bowl to darts, thereās something for everyone 365 days a year. The sign-up bonus offer is one of the best weāve come across, and though daily specials arenāt as strong as other competitors, theyāre still widely available. Statistics from previous matchups is a nice addition that not all sportsbooks provide, helping users make more informed decisions when placing their bets, and the odds boosts are terrific, too.
BetRivers is not difficult to use, but the user interface is busier than other sportsbooks and the mobile app still has some kinks to work out. Itās glitchy at times, which can be difficult for bettors to use when placing live, in-game bets. As mentioned, there arenāt as many daily specials as some of their competitors as well. Still, thereās something for everyone and the sportsbook isnāt missing anything when it comes to the necessities for users to have a complete gambling experience.
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Yes, you can use BetRivers in Virginia. Yes, BetRivers was one of the first legal online sportsbooks to accept bets in Virginia, starting in January 2021. BetRivers is a national operator, taking bets in 14 states but has plans to expand as more states approve online sports betting.
You can access your BetRivers sportsbook app anywhere in the country, but you can only bet with it in states where BetRivers operates. As of early 2023 those are: Arizona, Colorado, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Louisiana, Maryland, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Virginia and West Virginia. It operates as PlaySugarHouse in Connecticut.
BetRivers has an easy-to-use Help Center that includes multiple ways to contact them. They have a daily chat open from 9:30 a.m.-2 a.m.ET and email support. BetRivers also has added customer support through Twitter via DMs. You can send your concern @BetRivers.
As with all sports betting sites in Virginia bettors must be 21 or older to place bets on BetRivers. Users will need to provide sufficient information for proof of age upon signing up, including a Social Security number and valid ID.
Yes, all gambling winnings ā no matter the amount ā are considered taxable income and must be reported, according to the IRS. Visit the BetVirginia.com tax calculator page to get more information and what is and is not taxable, as well as a projection of what you will need to pay.
Yes, you can bet on college sports using BetRivers in Virginia, but with some exceptions. There are no bets allowed on Virginia-based college teams such as the University of Virginia, Virginia Tech, or Richmond. There are also no player props or in-game bets allowed for any college games.
Author
Mark Strotman is a veteran sports journalist who has covered the Chicago Bulls and the NBA for NBC Sports Chicago for about 8 years. His work has also appeared on ESPN.com, FoxSports.com, The Chicago Tribune, Yahoo Sports and NBC Sports. He covered the NBA Playoffs in 2013, 2014, 2015 and 2017 as well as Team USA Basketball in 2014 and 2016. He has also covered high school football and was nominated for a Midwest Emmy in 2016 for his work on a documentary featuring local Chicago product and NFL prospect Miles Boykin.
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