This was a milestone for Andrews as the first victory in a tournament with a buy-in over $2,200 Cherish Andrews came out on top in the $25,000 High Roller at the Seminole Hard Rock Poker Showdown after a four-way deal was made at the final table. The tournament drew 70 entries, creating a prize pool
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Key Concepts in Short Deck Betting Patterns
Adapting to wider pre-flop ranges and stronger draw chasing is crucial for success in Short Deck poker Short Deck poker, also known as Six Plus Hold’em, changes the dynamic of traditional Texas Hold’em by removing all cards ranked 2 through 5. That shift may sound small, but it alters the odds and flow of the
The WPT Seminole Hard Rock Poker Showdown Main Event Has Its Finalists
The last six players will have to wait until the end of May to see who will win The final table is officially set for the World Poker Tour Seminole Hard Rock Poker Showdown Main Event, following several intense days of competition in South Florida. The $3,500 No-Limit Hold’em championship drew 1,755 total entries, generating
Ted Danson, Jennifer Tilly Confirmed for One Step Closer Charity Poker Event
The annual charity poker tournament will be held on April 26 at the PokerGO Studio Celebrities from film and television are set to gather in Las Vegas later this month to support a cause close to many hearts. The One Step Closer Foundation is hosting its annual charity poker tournament, All In for CP, on
When To Be Aggressive or Passive in Heads-up Texas Hold’em
Staying flexible is what separates average players from skilled heads-up competitors Knowing when to be aggressive or passive in heads-up Texas Hold’em is one of the keys to winning consistently. With only two players at the table, every hand is a battle, and the dynamics shift compared to full-ring games. Understanding your opponent and adjusting
The Irish Poker Open Adds the Irish Deaf Poker Championship to Lineup
This will be the first year the two poker events are combined The Irish Poker Open is making room for greater inclusivity this year by officially adding the Irish Deaf Poker Championship to its schedule. This marks the first time the deaf poker event will be part of the main Irish Poker Open series, taking
Rick Ziegler Ships the Eastern Poker Open for $10,000
The Massachusetts poker grinder added another big achievement to his growing list Rick Ziegler, a 61-year-old poker enthusiast from Stoughton, Massachusetts, took down the 2025 Eastern Poker Open Championship yesterday, earning a $10,000 top prize. The two-day event brought together regional winners, monthly qualifiers, and wild cards in a 90-player field, all aiming for a
Essential Poker Math for Small Pocket Pairs in Texas Hold’em
Understanding math principles helps turn small pocket pairs into a smart, strategic part of your game Playing small pocket pairs in Texas Hold’em can be profitable, but it takes a solid understanding of the math behind them. These hands—like twos through sixes—often don’t win on their own. Their true value comes from hitting a set,
The 2025 PGT Pot-Limit Omaha Series Has a Champion
Jesse Lonis took the top spot on the PGT PLO leaderboard Jesse Lonis has officially taken the top spot at the 2025 PokerGO Tour Pot-Limit Omaha Series, becoming the overall series champion after a dominant run across multiple events. The Las Vegas-based pro delivered consistent results, cashing in five of the 11 tournaments and collecting
Justin Kuraitis Won’t Let the Mike Postle Cheating Scandal Go Away
The former Stones Gambling Hall manager brought up the scandal in a recent Justin Kuraitis, the former poker manager at Stones Gambling Hall, has re-entered the spotlight with sharp words for those involved in the 2019 class action lawsuit tied to the Mike Postle cheating scandal. In a recent conversation on X Spaces hosted by
Top Tips for Developing a Late-Game PLO Strategy
By staying alert and adapting to the table, you can build a strong late-game presence in PLO Pot-Limit Omaha (PLO) requires a shift in approach when the tournament reaches its final stages. With blinds increasing and pressure mounting, players must make quicker, more calculated moves. A strong late-game strategy in PLO focuses on key elements
Florida Man Arrested for Holding Poker Games Under the Table
The man faces charges of illegal gambling and money laundering A Florida man is in legal trouble after authorities say he operated unlicensed poker games and tried to cover up more than $800,000 in profits. James Patrick Kerr, 39, from Lakeland, was arrested on April 1 and charged with three counts of money laundering involving