Wisconsin’s Hub and Spoke Model: A Blueprint for Tribal Sports Betting

Mar 31, 2026
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Interactive Wagering

Wisconsin’s hub and spoke model offers a practical framework for expanding sports betting while respecting tribal control and existing gaming agreements. Built on a regulatory framework supported by multiple tribal operators, the model raises critical questions about governance, regulatory authority, revenue alignment, and operational responsibility. This discussion examines how the structure works in practice, what has enabled cooperation among tribes, and whether Wisconsin’s approach provides a scalable path forward for tribes evaluating statewide or regional sports betting strategies.

Speakers
Jeff Crawford
Jeff Crawford, Attorney General - Forest County Potawatomi
Dominic Ortiz
Dominic Ortiz, CEO - Potawatomi Casinos & Hotels
Johnny Hernandez Jr.
Johnny Hernandez Jr., Councilmember - Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation
Shannon Holsey
Shannon Holsey, President - Stockbridge-Munsee Band of Mohican Indians