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Cole Rush is a freelance writer, crossword constructor, and creative tinkerer with more than 10 years of experience writing about anything and everything. Cole’s primary area of expertise is the gambling industry, covering the expansion of sportsbooks and online casinos alongside emerging spaces like sweepstakes casinos and prediction markets. Before taking the freelance leap, Cole worked for 6 years in marketing and communications at a major casino and lottery supplier.
Cole’s claim to fame is an appearance on Jimmy Fallon’s Password in 2022, where he played with Jimmy and Heidi Klum to take home a $16,000 payday.
Three days a week, Cole sits at his desk and toils away at the keyboard, writing articles and in-depth reviews of casinos, prediction markets platforms, AI, and more. The other two days, he spends at home with his daughter, living the part-time stay-at-home dad dream.
Experience
- Casino
- Sports Betting
- Lifestyle
Articles by Cole Rush
Ultimate Sports Trip: Catching a Cubs Game at Wrigley Field
Historic ballpark, rooftop views, neighborhood bars, and one of baseball's best atmospheres. Here's how to experience Wrigley Field like a Chicago local.

By Cole Rush
Will Sports Bars Survive if Gen Z Stops Drinking?
The traditional sports bar relies on booze, but Gen Z is drinking less. How can sports bars adapt?

By Cole Rush
British Gambling Terms We Should Start Using ASAP
Spice up your gambling vocabulary by adopting delightful British terms like 'flutter' (a little gamble) and 'punter' (a bettor). These phrases are a fun addition to the American betting lexicon.

By Cole Rush
The 5 Most Cursed Teams in Sports History
Some teams lose. Others turn losing into a generational tradition.

By Cole Rush
Why You're Probably Playing Scratch-Offs Wrong
Learn the essential tips and tricks for scratch-off lottery tickets: understanding odds, checking prizes, redeeming wins, and finding enjoyment in the scratch.

By Cole Rush
The New Luxury Flex Is Experiences, Not Stuff
Luxury status now favors experiences—fine dining, travel, wellness resorts—over material possessions like cars and watches.

By Cole Rush