The 78-year-old had been a regular fixture at poker events at Maryland Live! and MGM National Harbor Jane Hitchcock, a respected poker player and bestselling mystery author, has died at the age of 78. Friends confirmed her passing in the poker community, though the cause of death has not been made public. Hitchcock was best
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Mucking After the Flop in Texas Hold’em: Key Indicators for Folding
Post-flop folding isn’t a weakness; it’s a disciplined move that allows you to preserve your stack and wait for better spots Knowing when to fold after the flop in Texas Hold’em can save players from bleeding chips unnecessarily. While it’s tempting to stay in a hand with hope for a miracle turn or river, experienced
Anti-Discrimination Laws Can’t Keep Man From Playing in WSOP Ladies Event
A satellite tournament win led to an automatic seat at the WSOP Ladies Championship’ A man named Albert Ng has stirred debate in the poker world by qualifying for the World Series of Poker (WSOP) Ladies Championship in Las Vegas, a tournament traditionally seen as a space for women in the game. Ng won his
Jonathan Tamayo Flips His Way to WSOP Main Event Seat
The “All-In Flipament” has proven to be lucky for the Texas-based poker pro Jonathan Tamayo, the defending World Series of Poker (WSOP) Main Event champion, has locked up his seat in this year’s $10,000 tournament in unconventional fashion. Instead of buying in directly, Tamayo secured his spot through a $160 online satellite event known as
The Art of the Check-Raise in Texas Hold’em Heads-up Play
The check-raise in heads-up play isn’t just a flashy trick—it’s a tool for disrupting rhythm and gaining control In Texas Hold’em heads-up play, mastering the check-raise can turn a balanced match into a one-sided affair. While it’s a move that comes with risk, using it well forces opponents to think twice about every bet they
Hall of Famer Brian Rast Wind 7th WSOP Bracelet
Rast took home $306,644 after a marathon heads-up battle against Andrew Yeh Brian Rast has added another highlight to an already legendary poker career. The Poker Hall of Famer clinched his seventh World Series of Poker (WSOP) bracelet by winning Event #50: $10,000 Razz Championship at the 2025 WSOP. The tournament featured a tough field
Incorporating 3-Bets and 4-Bets Into Your PLO Strategy
Incorporating 3-bets and 4-bets into your game means taking control of the pot before the flop In Pot-Limit Omaha (PLO), learning how to use 3-bets and 4-bets is a major step toward building a solid and aggressive strategy. These preflop raises allow you to isolate opponents, build bigger pots when you’re ahead, and force tougher
Houston Poker Club Gets Rowdy With Fight Involving Former NFL Player
Former NFL player Adrian Peterson got into a fight with another player after a hand A poker night at a Houston social club turned chaotic when former NFL star Adrian Peterson got into a physical altercation over a disputed hand. The incident took place on May 27 at JokerStars, a private club popular among local
Joey Couden Earns Second WSOP Bracelet Through $500 Salute to Warriors Event
The tourney also raised over $155,000 for veterans’ charities, including the USO Joey Couden has claimed his second World Series of Poker (WSOP) bracelet after winning the 2025 $500 Salute to Warriors event, outlasting a massive field of 3,937 entries. The Ohio native walked away with $187,937 for the win, but the tournament meant more
Starting Hand Selection: What To Play in Early Stages of Texas Hold’em Tourneys
Surviving the early game with a solid stack and minimal risk is often the best setup for later success In the early stages of a Texas Hold’em tournament, smart starting hand selection can set the tone for your entire run. With deep stacks and relatively low blinds, there’s no need to take unnecessary risks. Instead,
Ten Finalists for 2025 Poker Hall of Fame Announced
Most poker fans will recognize all the names on this year’s list The World Series of Poker (WSOP) has revealed the ten finalists for the 2025 Poker Hall of Fame, setting the stage for one individual to be honored with one of poker’s most prestigious accolades. The existing Hall will make the final selection of
Jason Daly Denies Hellmuth on His Way To Second WSOP Bracelet
The title breaks a WSOP bracelet dry spell that has lingered since 2022 Jason Daly claimed his second World Series of Poker (WSOP) bracelet after a dominant run in Event #47: $2,500 Mixed Omaha Hi-Lo 8 or Better / Seven Card Stud Hi-Lo 8 or Better. The tournament drew a tough field to Horseshoe and