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The Sporting House Bar & Grill at New York-New York Hotel & Casino kicks off the 2011 NFL and collegiate football seasons this week with a bang!  As teams get ready to march down the field, guests can score with promotions including Thursday Night Bucket Night, Sunday Night Touchdown Table and Monday Night Blitz while enjoying delicious food in a family-friendly atmosphere.

‘For many, the beginning of fall means back-to-school and cool weather, but for sports fans, it’s all about the beginning of football season,’ said Lea Cooper, Marketing Director of New York-New York Hotel & Casino.  ‘The Sporting House provides something for everyone: incredible energy for all football fanatics, a family-friendly environment with an upstairs arcade for the kids and delectable food and beverage options for all.’

Sunday Night Touchdown Table

Sponsored by Corona and Absolut, as guests arrive for the featured game of the night they’ll receive a ‘Touchdown Card’ labeled either ‘Defense,’ ‘Special Teams’ or a designated offensive player’s name.  If the table’s offensive player scores or the defense or special teams completes the action on the card, the table receives a complimentary bucket of beer or a round of cocktails.

Monday Night Blitz

Sponsored by Miller, Corona and Crown Royal, a $25 admission fee will provide guests entry into the ‘Miller Lite Party Pavilion’ located on the second floor of The Sporting House.  Guests will also receive an all-you-can-eat buffet pass (expires at the end of the third quarter) and the opportunity to participate in games including football toss and beer pong.  Game contest winners will receive a food and beverage credit and game card for free arcade play.

Thursday Night Bucket Night

Sponsored by Corona, guests enjoy a bucket of Corona or Corona Light for $30 and a two-pound bucket of delicious buffalo wings for only $19.95.

The Sporting House is open Sunday – Thursday from 11 a.m. – 11 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. – 12 a.m.  Throughout football season, The Sporting House opens at 9 a.m. Saturdays and Sundays.  For more information, call (702) 740-6766.

About The Sporting House Bar & Grill

The ultimate destination for fans, The Sporting House is a 33,000 square foot sports bar and restaurant located on the ground floor of New York-New York Hotel & Casino, Las Vegas. Boasting an unrivaled atmosphere and unbeatable access to each day’s best matchups, The Sporting House has more than 130

HD video monitors throughout the two-story facility, including two 16-foot screens inside The Screening Room.  The menu features a wide variety of dishes, including American classics and unique spins on sports favorites.  There is a game for everyone at The Sporting House Game Center, which features more than 10,000 square feet of interactive and competitive sports-themed attractions.

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Lagasse’s Stadium inside The Palazzo kicked off football season with a bang tonight. While guests enjoyed Emeril Lagasse’s signature dishes, fans were decked out in their favorite Steelers and Packers team colors while catching all the action on one of the 120 flat screen TVs.

A guest commented, “I’ve been all over the world but never been to a place like this where you can bet and have a great time. ” Photo credit: Robyn Preske, IS Photography, ImagesOfVegas.com

Guests dined on popular stadium menu eats such as hand tossed pizzas and stellar seafood dishes, as well as stadium classics like Buffalo Chicken Wings, Creole-Boiled Shrimp Cocktail and Cheesy Beer and Pretzels. Some fans used the pocketcasino mobile devices to bet in the palm of their hands while others enjoyed watching the game from the privacy of their luxury box.

With a nearly sold out crowd, Lagasse’s Stadium welcomed back the football season while continuing their reputation as the ultimate sports book on the Las Vegas Strip.

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Rí Rá Las Vegas inside The Shoppes at Mandalay Place hosts Barclays Premier League viewing parties throughout the soccer season. Opening early for matches, fans are encouraged to enjoy food and drink specials while supporting their favorite teams.

Food and Drink Specials

Wear Your Colors – Guests wearing the colors of their favorite team while their match is being shown will be rewarded with one free pint of Heineken or Newcastle per game.

$3 Pints During Matches – Rí Rá features $3 pints of Heineken and Newcastle during all Barclays Premier League matches.

Save of the Day – Rí Rá serves up several breakfast selections paired with a pint of Heineken or Newcastle during all matches.  Prices vary.

Barclays Premier League Airings at Rí Rá Las Vegas

Liverpool vs. Bolton – Saturday, Aug. 27 – 9:30 a.m.

Tottenham vs. Manchester City – Sunday, Aug. 28 – 5:30 a.m.

Manchester United vs. Arsenal – Sunday, Aug. 28 – 8:00 a.m.

Bolton vs. Manchester United – Saturday, Sept. 10 – 9:30 a.m.

Norwich City vs. West Bromwich Albion (WBA) – Sunday, Sept. 11 – 5:30 a.m.

Fulham vs. Blackburn – Sunday, Sept. 11 – 8:00 a.m.

Queens Park Rangers (QPR) vs. Newcastle – Monday, Sept. 12 – Noon

Blackburn vs. Arsenal – Saturday, Sept. 17 – 7:45 a.m.

Tottenham vs. Liverpool – Sunday, Sept. 18 – 6:30 a.m.

Manchester United vs. Chelsea – Sunday, Sept. 18 -8:00 a.m.

Manchester City vs. Everton – Saturday, Sept. 24 – 4:45 a.m.

Stoke City vs. Manchester United – Saturday, Sept. 24 – 9:30 a.m.
Queens Park Rangers (QPR) vs. Aston Villa – Sunday, Sept. 25 – 8:00 a.m.

Norwich City vs. Sunderland – Monday, Sept. 26 – Noon

For information on specific matches, contact Rí Rá Las Vegas at 702-632-7771.

About Rí Rá Las Vegas

Crafted in the warm pub style of 19th century Ireland, Rí Rá Las Vegas is inside The Shoppes at Mandalay Place.  The authentic Irish pub features a multitude of artifacts carefully restored in Wicklow, Ireland and shipped to their new home in Las Vegas.  Rí Rá Las Vegas contains an authentic Victorian Shop bar that began its life in Ireland in the 1880s, a whiskey bar adorned with an original glazed jewelry cabinet from 1900, an oak floor from a whiskey distillery and an 8-foot-tall, 500-pound carved plaster statue of St. Patrick dating back to 1850.  The pub hosts live entertainment seven nights a week in a music room constructed with artifacts dating back to 1890 from the Olympia Theater in Dublin, Ireland. On the weekends, guests can kick back at Rí Rá Live, where every Friday and Saturday at 11:30 p.m. the best bands in town will take the pub’s stage.  Born and raised in Dublin, Rí Rá Las Vegas owners David Kelly and Ciaran Sheehan have been close friends since they were 14-years-old. Kelly and Sheehan later partnered with Jay Luther, whom Kelly met while working for Guinness. Rí Rá Las Vegas is the 12th pub the trio has opened in the U.S.

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In a promotional photo, Danika Brace is wearing black and white lingerie and looking fit for the cover of a Victoria’s Secret catalog.  But on a hot August night on the west side of Las Vegas, another side of her is on display.  Running on an outdoor practice field, her blond hair tied back by a camouflage bandana, she becomes a female version of Ray Lewis, the NFL player she most tries to emulate. Read More…

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Dust off your jerseys and foam fingers because Rockhouse Bar & Nightclub is gearing up for some NCAA fun Labor Day Weekend.

The Strip’s only ultra-dive bar is giving college football fans just what they need opening weekend; booze and beer pong.  Revelers can root on their favorite team on any of Rockhouse 27 high definition TVs throughout the bar, while they enjoy two-for-one beers, cocktail and shots during any NCAA game.  Party-goers can close out their Labor Day Weekend in true college form as they partake in Rockhouse’s staple beer pong tournament Sunday night, where the champion team will take home the $500 grand prize.

Day or night, it’s always the right time to party at Rockhouse. Whether people watching on the rowdy Strip-side patio by day, or dancing on the bar with an 80-ounce guitar by night, the ultra-dive bar is one of Vegas‘ best-kept secrets. Rockhouse gives partygoers the ultimate nightlife experience – minus the ‘VIP’ attitude. With a knockout lineup of gorgeous bartenders, bottle service that won’t break the bank, a daiquiri bar and casual dress code, Rockhouse is definite must-visit hotspot for locals and tourists alike.

Blending a local dive bar with the glamour of Sin City’s party scene at a convenient center Strip location, Rockhouse is the top party destination on the Strip. Las Vegas’ only ultra-dive bar features top-notch lighting and sound with the best DJs in Las Vegas blending upbeat rock, hip-hop and dance. With beautiful bartenders pouring drinks from the bar tops, playing in the giant bird cage and dangling from tire swings suspended from the ceiling, Rockhouse is the spot where the party never stops.   Rockhouse is located on Las Vegas Blvd. in front of Imperial Palace, directly across from Caesars Palace in the middle of the Las Vegas Strip.  The daiquiri and main bar open daily at 10 a.m. and the adjacent nightclub is open from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. nightly. For more information visit www.therockhousebar.com, and for bottle and table reservations call 702.731.9683

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Rockhouse, the only ultra-dive bar on the Strip will host a UFC 133 viewing party on Saturday, August 6 starting at 5 p.m.

The exciting matchup will feature American fighters, Rashad Evans and Tito Ortiz, as they fight to the finish. Phil Davis was originally scheduled to fight, but was injured, permitting former Light Heavyweight Campion, Evans, to face his old rival. Fight packages range from $25 to $80 and patrons can receive bottomless beer choices, an open bar throughout the fight and the opportunity to enjoy the fight shown on Rockhouse’s 28 high-definition television screens throughout the bar.

Day or night, it’s always the right time to party at Rockhouse. Whether people watching on the rowdy Strip-side patio by day, or dancing on the bar with an 80-ounce guitar by night, the ultra-dive bar is one of Vegas’ best-kept secrets. Rockhouse gives partygoers the ultimate nightlife experience – minus the ‘VIP’ attitude. With a knockout lineup of gorgeous bartenders, bottle service that won’t break the bank, a daiquiri bar and casual dress code, Rockhouse is definite must-visit hotspot for locals and tourists alike.

Blending a local dive bar with the glamour of Sin City’s party scene at a convenient center Strip location, Rockhouse is the top party destination on the Strip. Las Vegas’ only ultra-dive bar features top-notch lighting and sound with the best DJs in Las Vegas blending upbeat rock, hip-hop and dance. With beautiful bartenders pouring drinks from the bar tops, playing in the giant bird cage and dangling from tire swings suspended from the ceiling, Rockhouse is the spot where the party never stops.   Rockhouse is located on Las Vegas Blvd. in front of Imperial Palace, directly across from Caesars Palace in the middle of the Las Vegas Strip.  The daiquiri and main bar open daily at 10 a.m. and the adjacent nightclub is open from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. nightly. For more information visit www.therockhousebar.com, and for bottle and table reservations call 702.731.9683

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The Race and Sports Book at Wynn Las Vegas is now accepting wagers on the $10,000 No Limit Texas Hold ‘em Poker Main Event Championship to be held November 5 – 7 in Las Vegas. Wagers can be placed on each of the final nine players to win the event or on the top two finishers (quinella).

New Nevada gambling regulations this year allow casinos to offer wagering opportunities on non-sporting events. On July 15, the Nevada Gaming Control Board provided approval to accept wagers on the $10,000 No Limit Texas Hold ‘em Poker Main Event Championship.

Wynn Las Vegas became the first Las Vegas casino to offer wagers on non-sporting events in early July, when the Race and Sports Book accepted bets on the preliminary rounds of the No Limit Texas Hold ‘em Poker tournament. Lines included whether a woman would finish higher than 40th and whether poker legends Johnny Chan, Allen Cunningham or Erik Seidel would win money in the event.

“This is a great event for wagers,” said Wynn Race and Sports Director Johnny Avello. “Not only will gamblers be betting on other gamblers, but non-gamblers who just have a love of poker and follow this event every year can get in on the action too.”

Wynn Race and Sports Book Director, John Avello, has been providing entertainment odds on the Academy Awards, the Emmys, the Golden Globes, beauty and other popular reality competition shows for more than three years.

About Wynn Las Vegas

Wynn Las Vegas, a luxury hotel and destination casino resort located on the Las Vegas Strip features 2,716 luxurious guest rooms and suites, an approximately 111,000 square foot casino, 22 food and beverage outlets, an on-site 18-hole golf course, approximately 223,000 square feet of meeting space, an on-site Ferrari and Maserati dealership, and approximately 74,000 square feet of retail space.

Encore, an expansion of Wynn Las Vegas, opened on December 22, 2008. Encore is located immediately adjacent to Wynn Las Vegas and features a 2,034 all-suite hotel, approximately 72,000 square foot casino, 12 food and beverage outlets, a night club, a spa and salon, approximately 60,000 square feet of meeting space and approximately 27,000 square feet of upscale retail outlets.

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Sammy Hagar’s rockin’ Las Vegas spot, Cabo Wabo Cantina inside Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino, will host a UFC 133 viewing party on Saturday, August 6. The exciting matchup will feature American fighters, Rashad Evans and Phil Davis, as they fight to the finish.

Patrons will cheer on their fighting favorites as they enjoy killer margaritas and tasty Mexican fare from the Red Rocker inspired menu. Admission to the viewing party is $20 and guests will enjoy the fight shown on multiple high-definition television screens throughout the restaurant and bar, including two digital projector screens.

Doors open at 5 p.m. and guests are invited to view all matches leading up to the main event. For more information or to reserve a seat, guests may contact Cabo Wabo Cantina at 702.385.2226

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Cabo Wabo Cantina at Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino will host a UFC Live: Marquardt vs. Story viewing party on Sunday, June 26. The highly anticipated bout will feature American fighters, Nate Marquardt and Rick Story, as they fight it out live from Pittsburgh.

Admission is free and includes access inside Cabo Wabo’s viewing party where UFC enthusiasts will witness the main fight along with all other Main Card fights. Shown on 10 high definition screens throughout the restaurant, guests can watch the fights from the best seats on the Strip while enjoying killer margaritas and tasty Mexican fare.

Doors open at 5 p.m. to view the event live, and also includes all bouts leading up to the main event. For more information or to reserve a seat, guests may contact Cabo Wabo Cantina at 702.385.2226 or visit www.cabowabocantina.com.

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Rí Rá Las Vegas inside the Shoppes at Mandalay Place is the go-to destination for fans looking to catch the action of the 2011 Women’s Soccer World Cup.

The popular Irish pub will broadcast World Cup games live from Germany in their entirety. The U.S. Women’s National Team is looking to return home with soccer’s greatest prize for the first time since their dramatic victory in 1999. Since then, the world’s top-ranked women’s team has finished in third place at the past two World Cup championships.

A full schedule of the 2011 Women’s Soccer World Cup games airing at Rí Rá Las Vegas can be seen below
Group A:

Sunday, June 26 – Germany vs. Canada at 9 a.m.

Thursday, June 30 – Canada vs. France at 9 a.m.

Thursday, June 30 – Germany vs. Nigeria at 11:45 a.m.

Tuesday, July 5 – France vs. Germany at 11:45 a.m.

Tuesday July, 5 – Canada vs. Nigeria at 11:45 a.m.

Group B

Monday, June 27 – Mexico vs. England at 9 a.m.

Friday, July 1 – New Zealand vs. England at 9:15 a.m.

Tuesday, July 5 – England vs. Japan at 9:15 a.m.

Tuesday, July 5 – New Zealand vs. Mexico at 9:15 a.m.

Group C

Tuesday, June 28 – U.S.A. vs.  Korea DPR at 9:15 a.m.

Saturday, July 2 – U.S.A. vs. Colombia at 9 a.m.

Wednesday, July 6 – Sweden vs.  U.S.A. at 11:45 a.m.

Wednesday, July 6 – Korea DPR vs. Colombia at 11:45 a.m.

Group D

Wednesday, June 29 – Brazil vs. Australia at 9:15 a.m.

Sunday, July 3 – Brazil vs. Norway at 9:15 a.m.

Wednesday, July 6 – Eq. Guinea vs. Brazil at 9 a.m.

Wednesday, July 6 – Australia vs. Norway at 9 a.m.

Quarterfinals:

Saturday, July 9 – Quarterfinal 1 1B vs. 2A at 9 a.m.

Saturday, July 9 – Quarterfinal 2 1A vs. 2B at 11:45 a.m.

Sunday, July 10 – Quarterfinal 4 1D vs. 2C at 8:30 a.m.

Semifinals:

Wednesday, July 13 – Semifinal 1 at 9 a.m.

Wednesday, July 13 – Semifinal 2 at 11:45 a.m.

Medal Rounds:

Saturday, July 16 – Third Place Match at 8:30 a.m.

Sunday, July 17 – World Cup Final at 11:45 a.m.

About Rí Rá Las Vegas

Crafted in the warm pub style of 19th century Ireland, Rí Rá Las Vegas is inside The Shoppes at Mandalay Place.  The authentic Irish pub features a multitude of artifacts carefully restored in Wicklow, Ireland and shipped to their new home in Las Vegas.  Rí Rá Las Vegas contains an authentic Victorian Shop bar that began its life in Ireland in the 1880s, a whiskey bar adorned with an original glazed jewelry cabinet from 1900, an oak floor from a whiskey distillery and an 8-foot-tall, 500-pound carved plaster statue of St. Patrick dating back to 1850.  The pub hosts live entertainment seven nights a week in a music room constructed with artifacts dating back to 1890 from the Olympia Theater in Dublin, Ireland. On the weekends, guests can kick back at Rí Rá Live, where every Friday and Saturday at 11:30 p.m. the best bands in town will take the pub’s stage.  Born and raised in Dublin, Rí Rá Las Vegas owners David Kelly and Ciaran Sheehan have been close friends since they were 14-years-old. Kelly and Sheehan later partnered with Jay Luther, whom Kelly met while working for Guinness. Rí Rá Las Vegas is the 12th pub the trio has opened in the U.S.

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