Sportech Launches New Internet Wagering Service for Yonkers Raceway

NEW HAVEN, Conn., June 13, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Sportech, Inc., through its subsidiary eBet Technologies, Inc. ("eBet"), is pleased to announce that it has successfully launched an Internet, mobile and telephone advance deposit wagering service for Empire City Casino at Yonkers Raceway ("Empire City"), in partnership with Saratoga Harness Racing, Inc. ("Saratoga Harness").

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Empire City patrons can now use a single-registered account to wager via the EmpireCityBets.com website, mobile and telephone channels with the custom-branded technology platform provided by eBet.  In addition, eBet and Saratoga Harness will together provide Empire City with a turnkey package of services that include live operator telephone wagering, customer service, tech support, customer relationship management and marketing, as well as complete operations, planning and implementation of the interactive wagering service.

Robert J. Galterio, Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at Empire City stated, "The process of bringing our new website, mobile wagering service and telephone wagering service to launch has been seamless and professional, thanks to the combined efforts of Saratoga Harness and eBet.  We are confident that the technologies and services they provide will satisfy every level of EmpireCityBets.com player and will help Empire City capitalize upon the synergies between the online and on track experiences."

Commenting on the Empire City launch, Mark Gregory, Managing Director Sportech Interactive Products and Services, said, "We were enthusiastic to work with Empire City to bring EmpireCityBets.com to life and to offer their fans the convenience of multiple interactive channels.  We are also delighted to be expanding our relationship with Saratoga Harness, itself a long-term, valued customer of Sportech.  An arrangement like this one highlights the flexible nature of the eBet interactive offering and our ability to customize solutions to the specific needs of each licensed operator we serve."

About Sportech, Inc.

Sportech, Inc. – a division of Sportech Plc (LSE: SPO) – is a leading global provider of wagering technology solutions to licensed racetracks, off-track betting networks, Internet wagering operators and casinos.  Sportech's Interactive Products and Services group – which includes eBet Technologies – provides customized Internet, phone and mobile wagering technologies and associated services to licensed gaming operators in the U.S. and Puerto Rico as one of the largest Internet wagering technology providers and operators in the U.S.  Sportech, Inc. also owns and operates Winners, a network of off-track betting and sports bar betting venues and an account wagering service, under an exclusive license to operate pari-mutuel wagering in Connecticut. 

Sportech Plc is one of the world's leading pools and tote gaming organizations focusing on highly regulated markets worldwide. Sportech provides pari-mutuel betting on football (soccer), horseracing and greyhounds, processing over $13 billion in bets annually with a presence in 30 countries. Sportech also has a developing e-Gaming business.   Sportech is headquartered in London, England with operational offices in Liverpool, England, Atlanta, Connecticut, California, New Jersey, Netherlands, Germany and Ireland.  For more information about Sportech Plc, please visit www.sportechplc.com.

About Empire City Casino at Yonkers Raceway

Empire City Casino, one of the largest entertainment and gaming destinations in the country, features 5,300 of the hottest slots, electronic craps, roulette, baccarat and sic bo; year-round harness racing & International simulcasting from North America's leading harness and thoroughbred venues; nightly live entertainment including the bands, dueling pianos, comedy, karaoke & more.  A plethora of dining options will satisfy event the most discerning palate:  enjoy authentic Italian cuisine at Nonno's Trattoria; dine trackside with live betting at Empire Terrace Restaurant; convenient delicious options at the International Food Court or Grab 'n Go.  As part of a new $50 million expansion, Dan Rooney's high-energy sports bar boasts creations by Michelin-starred Chef Christopher Lee; and coming soon, in collaboration with Ducasse Studios, Pinch will not only whet the appetite but also feature 100 New York craft beers with an in-house Master Cicerone; a craft cocktail lounge will round out the entertainment options with retro bowling lanes.  Empire City Casino at Yonkers Raceway is located at 810 Yonkers Avenue (at Central Avenue) in Yonkers, New York, Westchester County (I-87 to Exit 2), open seven days a week from 9:00am to 4:00am.  Connect with us on facebook.com/empirecity, follow us on twitter.com/EmpireCity_C, visit www.empirecitycasino.com or call 914.968.4200 for more information.

Sportech Contact:
Jennifer Conning
[email protected]
+1 (678) 427-3881

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