PRINCESS ANNE, MD- An Eastern Shore resident became the first person to claim the $100,000 top prize on the $10 oversized Maryland Riches scratch-off game. Gregory Cottman, 68, was at Thirsty’s, a lottery retailer in Princess Anne, when he noticed the large Maryland Riches scratch-off and decided to buy one.
“The ticket was huge,” Gregory said. “That’s what got me to play, and now it’s my go-to game.”
After scratching the ticket in the store, Gregory was shocked to find out he had won $100,000. He shared the news with everyone in the store, including his brother who was with him at the time.
Gregory, who has won smaller amounts in the past, plans to use the money to pay off bills. Thirsty’s at 12020 Somerset Avenue in Princess Anne will receive a $1,000 bonus for selling the winning ticket.
The Maryland Riches scratch-off game went on sale on March 20, 2023. There are nine top prizes remaining, along with other prizes ranging from $10 to $10,000.