About
Doug Bonjour is a seasoned sports journalist with more than 15 years of experience in the field. A 2008 graduate of Hofstra University with a degree in sports journalism, he has covered major events including three NCAA Final Fours, the WNBA Finals and a wide range of stories across the NFL, NHL and more.
Before joining RG, Doug served as the UConn women’s basketball beat reporter for Hearst Connecticut Media from 2018 to 2021, chronicling the journey of the 12-time NCAA champion Huskies through multiple Final Four appearances. He later transitioned into an editorial role at Point Spreads, where he spent three years shaping coverage of the rapidly evolving sports betting industry.
Throughout his career, Doug has built a reputation for reporting with accuracy, integrity and clarity — principles that continue to guide his work today.
📍 Based in: North Carolina, USA
🌐 Languages: English, Spanish
News by Doug Bonjour
Ohio's Sports Betting Tax Could be Ticketed for Another Increase
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine has proposed hiking the state's sports betting tax for the second time in two years, this time from 20% to 40%.


“People Come To Us In Their Darkest Hours”: Arizona Official Warns As Betting Problems Surge Nationwide
Arizona’s Elise Mikkelsen highlights rising gambling addictions as sports betting grows, stressing the need for stronger federal support


“We Definitely Plan to Continue Expanding”: Sportsbooks Expand NCAA Women’s Markets Ahead of Final Four
Betting interest in NCAA women’s basketball is surging. Sportsbooks are racing to keep up with demand ahead of the Final Four


Underperforming ESPN BET Faces Uncertain Future Following $2B Deal
ESPN BET's $2 billion deal with Penn Entertainment could be in trouble as the sportsbook continues to lag behind several top competitors


Oklahoma Governor Calls for 'Fair Deal' for Sports Betting
Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt has renewed the push for legalized sports betting in the Sooner State despite resistance from tribal gaming leaders.

