1/5/2009 11:46 PM
Owner of apex sportsbook (SBR rating F) scam building new sportsbook, BetPinoyThe new website, which is part of the
Bet33 operation that was built on the stolen funds of
Apex Sportsbook players, states that it's "
The most trusted sports betting site in the Philippines." BetPinoy is not in the Philippines nor is the incomplete website known by people in the Philippines. The website will likely be used to target specific players on customer lists by phone.
11/15/2008 09:44 PM
New sportsbook CashBox98 from owner of F rated sportsbook, Bet33CashBox98 is a new sportsbook from the owner of
Bet33 (SBR rating F), who previously owned and operated stiff sportsbook,
apex sports (SBR rating F-). All players who inquire with SBR about any of the books on the growing list of Bet33-related sites are told how the company was built on the stolen funds of Apex clients.
apex sportsbook quit an SBR-monitored payment plan in June of 2004. Ownership began booking bets with credit players one month later and established this new operation late in 2005.
11/1/2008 05:09 AM
New post-up sportsbook coming from owner of F rated sportsbook, Bet33999LuckyDay is a newly built sportsbook website from the owner of Bet33, who previously operated stiff sportsbook,
apex sportsbook (SBR rating F). Bet33 ownership routinely argues that they and related books should be rated higher than F since it "has been over four years" since the last known player was stiffed.
Bet33, which was built on these stolen player funds, and its affiliated
sportsbooks will remain blacklisted until ownership continues with payment plans initiated four years ago.
6/13/2008 11:48 PM
New player victim to sportsbook impersonator
Player: After hearing about how good Legendz was and that you gave it an A+ rating I decided to join. I went to LegendsSportsbook.com and sent 250 bucks! It wasnt until 2 week later when i tried to get there from SBRlines did i realize they were two different websites! I checked the rating guide and realised a scammer has my money.
Robbie, formerly of defunct apex sports (SBR rating F) is operating legendsportsbook.com which has attracted bettors looking for the real Legendz (SBR rating A+). SBR has warned players since 2006 of LasPalmasSportsbook.com after readers reported depositing in what they believed to be LasPalmas (SBR rating B-). Bettors should also beware of OceanSportsbook (SBR rating F) and AmericasBookie (SBR rating F). Both are part of this network of scam sites.
4/27/2008 10:51 PM
SCAM ALERT: New online casino, FruitnLoot launched by ownership of closed sportsbook scam
apex sports (SBR rating F-). Stolen Apex player funds were used to start these new casinos and sportsbooks such as
Bet33 (SBR rating F).
2/4/2008 09:42 PM
Scam book owner of apex sportsbook (SBR rating F-) opens new racebook website, Bet33Racebook. Bet33Racebook markets the racing arm of Bet33 (SBR rating F). The company also launched a new casino called FruitInLoot Casino. All sites in the Apex/Bet33 family that are financed with stolen Apex player funds, are on SBR's blacklist.
12/15/2007 11:52 PM
PremierSportsbetting listed at F in the SBR rating guide as part of the Apex Group. The former owner of apex sportsbook (SBR rating F-), now going by the name Zach, is also the owner of such books as Bet33 (SBR rating F) and Totalbets (SBR rating F). Zach repeatedly tells SBR that there have been "zero no-pays in years" but has not been willing to pay Apex victims who he stiffed before beginning his new venture.
10/4/2007 10:44 PM
Beware of BetCasinoSport (SBR rating D-)
The sportsbook is stepping up its email campaign with 40% cash bonus offers up to $5,000. Spreading the word of high bonuses instead of investing in advertising is usually a sign that the sportsbook does not have the funds to make an initial investment and is unlikely to have the financial backing to survive a long winning streak by players, who are already ahead with bonus cash. It is common for these sportsbooks to fail, disappear and attempt to take another shot with a new name and similar bonus offers. SBR has also learned that BetCasinoSport shares the same server IP address as the website WagerParadise.com which is operated by the owner of Bet33 (SBR rating F) and stiff sportsbook, apex sports (SBR rating F).
9/18/2007 10:57 PM
Positive player reviews and newly improved website earn LasPalmas and the rest of Horizon Twenty upgrade from C to C+.
Note: LasPalmas Sportsbook is a scam website impersonating the original LasPalmas. The real Las Palmas uses the website BetLasPalmas.com. LasPalmasSportsbook.com is owned and operated by one of the stiff owners of defunct
apex sportsbook. Players can use the
SBR Rating guide to avoid scam
cybersquatting websites.
4/11/2007 11:09 PM
RealVegasCasino listed at F in the SBR rating guide as part of the Apex Group. The former owner of apex sportsbook (SBR rating F-), now going by the name Zach as the current owner of such books as Bet33 (SBR rating F) and Totalbets (SBR rating F), recently contacted SBR to inquire about a new rating and settling debts to Apex players. There has been no response to balance information provided two weeks ago.
1/5/2007 02:32 PM
Former owner of stiff sportsbook,
apex sportsbook (SBR rating F-) launches new website, Sportsbooks.net, to help promote new book,
Bet33 (SBR rating F). Sportsbooks.net copies SBR reports in an attempt to legitimize its own Rating Guide and Recommended List led by Bet33. View list of Bet33 sister books
here.
3/20/2006 01:04 PM
SCAM ALERT: TotalBets operated by Robbie McPhail of the
apex sportsbook scam. This is a sister sportsbook of
Bet33(SBR rating F). Totalbets is not to be confused with UK sportsbook, TotalBet.
3/16/2006 11:52 PM
SBR Bill Dozer reports: Bet33(SBR rating F) player waiting over 2 weeks for $500 withdrawal. This is the first payout complaint from Bet33 users. The sportsbook is owned by Robbie McPhail who owned stiff sportsbook,
apex sports (SBR rating F-). Robbie is now using the alias "Zach".
3/20/2006 (11:37:57 AM) Update: Player paid in full via Western Union.
10/11/2005 05:05 PM
SBR Bill Dozer reports: SBRforum
poster AK reports that
Bet33 (SBR rating F) is a new venture from known sportsbook stiff, Robbie Mcphail. SBR has confirmed this to be true. Robbie,
formerly the owner of apex sportsbook (SBR rating F-), is introducing himself as the General Manager of Bet33 and is now using the name Zach. Players should steer clear of any sportsbook that is using the services of this scam artist.
8/12/2005 12:54 PM
SBR Bill Dozer reports BetOnline (SBR rating D+) using stiff bookmaker Robbie Mcphail and old apex sportsbook customer list to solicit new players. Multiple players have complained that Robbie is again dialing for deposits; this time, on behalf of the relatively unknown BetOnline.com. The operation is about one year old and is starting its first marketing campaign. Players should be weary of a sportsbook that chooses to use an individual with a soiled reputation to launch its brand.
12/11/2004 06:47 PM
Robbie McPhail, who stiffed players as the owner of the defunct apex sportsbook, is using the Apex website to promote his sportsbook affiliates. apex sportsbook.com features ads for Pinnacle Sports, Hollywood107, Sportingbet, SBGglobal, Cybersportsbook and Mybookie. SBR is asking these sportsbooks to withhold any commission payment to Robbie or to work out an arrangement where the stiffed players can begin to receive payment. SBR will be able to provide a list of players owed. Robbie’s new sportsbook,
PlatinumSportsbets (SBR rating F) is also promoted on this site as well as his other sites which include Askthebookie.com.
9/6/2004 12:24 PM
SBR Bill Dozer reports: It is confirmed that ownership of the
defunct apex sportsbook is managing
Platinum SportBets (SBR rating F+). The main figure in the Apex disaster, Robbie McPhail, is introducing himself as Platinum SB’s customer service manager. SBR cautions players of this new site,
www.4platinumsportsbook.com, and its excessive promotional offers.
6/29/2004 05:08 PM
SBR Bill Dozer reports: PlatinumSB (SBR rating D-) employs former owners of now defunct
apex sportsbook to run internet marketing department. PlatinumSB.com is planning to open to all post up players in mid July dealing -105 lines. They vow to pay all players who were granted an Apex bailout but only after 30 day hold and 3x roll over. SBR expresses concern over post up inexperience and the employment of Apex stiffs.
6/23/2004 03:09 PM
SBR Bill Dozer reports: apex sportsbook (SBR rating F-) closing its doors. Robbie, the owner, is moving “square" players to PlatinumSB.com where he has a commission loss sheet. He is also applying a rollover to their funds. Robbie also states that he has access to player funds but is using it for other sportsbook marketing endeavors. Larger players will likely not see their funds past any bailout possibilities. Robbie calls this "a career choice" and admits he would not be doing this if players could physically reach him.
6/23/2004 10:51 AM
SBR Bill Dozer reports: apex sportsbook (SBR rating F-) fails to make 2nd payments on installment plans. Amounts past due range from $250 to $400.
6/23/2004 10:40 AM
apex sportsbook downgraded from F+ to F-
6/8/2004 01:20 AM
SBR Bill Dozer reports: Players request that SBR monitor
apex sportsbook (SBR rating F+) payment plan. SBR contacts Apex who agreed to provide disclosure of balances and payment plans to SBR for all players that request that SBR monitor payment plan. If you are owed money by Apex and would like SBR to monitor your payout plan write to Bill Dozer at
assistance@sportbookreview.com.
6/4/2004 08:58 PM
SBR rates apex sportsbook: - Robbie from
apex sportsbook
(SBR Rating F+) has presented documentation with the figures of his total turnover and percentages of hold. SBR believes this is a book that has been encouraging sharp action as of late and it seems obvious they do not have the ability to handle this type of action. The latest marketing moves are aimed to amend this severe leak of revenue. As of today, Robbie form Apex has stated his operation owes $100,000 to a group of 20-25 sharp players. He has further stated that all these outstanding balances will be paid out in 2 weeks. SBR to re-evaluate Apex situation in 2 weeks.
6/4/2004 02:04 PM
apex sportsbook.com lowered form D to F+ and Betonsportsonline.com, SBR Rating coverage initiated at F+
4/27/2004 11:38 AM
OklahomaSports lowered from D to D-,
apex sports coverage initiated SBR rating D