FANTASY SPORTS
RULES IN WASHINGTON
Every challenge on PickemSports.club is free to enter and awards no cash or prizes, so members in Washington can create and join challenges like anyone else. A membership from $1.99/mo unlocks how many sports you play.
Background: fantasy sports law in Washington
Context only — it applies to operators that charge entry fees and pay prizes, which PickemSports does not.
- ·Washington State Gambling Commission has taken enforcement action against operators.
- ·Free-to-play contests are permitted.
What lawmakers are watching in Washington
- ·Legislative change to RCW 9.46 to carve out fantasy contests.
- ·Multiple bills (HB 1638, SB 5772) have been introduced but did not pass.
RANK THE TOP 5 WITH YOUR CREW.
Pick which five players will score the most this slate, in order, then talk trash in the challenge chat while live NFL box scores settle it. Free to enter, no cash prizes — a membership from $1.99/mo unlocks the sports you play.
WASHINGTON FANTASY FAQ
Can I play PickemSports.club from Washington?
Yes. Every challenge on PickemSports.club is free to enter and awards no cash or prizes, so there is nothing at stake and nothing to restrict — members in Washington can create and join challenges like anyone else. A membership from $1.99/mo unlocks how many sports you can play.
How old do you have to be to play in Washington?
You must be 18 or older to hold an account, in Washington and everywhere else. We ask for your date of birth once when you sign up.
Is this daily fantasy sports betting?
No. There is no entry fee, no prize pool and no payout of any kind — you play invite-only skills challenges against your own friends for the top spot on the board and bragging rights. Washington considers paid DFS a form of illegal gambling under RCW 9.46.
How are challenges scored?
Real NFL box scores. You rank the five players you think will score the most at a position, and the live board updates through the games until the final top five is settled automatically.