Sunday, May 5th: All Eyes Are On Day 2 Of The $150 No Limit Hold'em ($50,000 GTD), Action Beginning At 1:00PM

ICYMI: With Saturday's schedule offering up the final opportunity for players to enter the $150 No Limit Hold'em ($50,000 GTD), it was no surprise that we saw the largest field sizes of the event.  Flight 1E got underway at 11:00am, and after eight levels of open registration, ended up with a field of (137) entries.  Of that number (which happened to be the largest of the six flights to have been played), a total of (21) players reached the bagging process.  Official counts from Flight 1E are listed below:

Edward Vodvodich - 222,000
Frank Andrews - 185,500
Phillip Stuttman - 180,000
Jeff Silverstein - 171,000
Antonio Albanese - 136,000
Michael Weinberg - 128,500
Olivia Katrych - 124,000
Jason Puzacke - 113,000
Dolline Vance - 109,500
Cesar Fuentes - 107,000
Roman Ojeda - 104,000
Brian Dunn - 103,000
Jesse Hatfield - 83,000
Jordan Shamah - 75,000
Stephen Proux - 72,000
Philip Tuttle - 71,000
Elise Schisler - 57,000
Michael Denker - 50,000
Melanie Hochman - 42,500
Kenneth Arnaez - 40,000
Christopher Buggs - 23,000

Flight 1F started at 6:00pm, just as the afternoon players were getting ready to bag up their chips for Day 2.  At registration's close, the tournament clock would show (109) entries, giving the tournament a combined total of (544) entries (and a prize pool of $62,560).  Of those entries, a total of (12) players bagged chips, with official Flight 1F counts listed below:

Stephen Kowlessar - 401,500
Michael Larkin - 213,000
Louis Chiofulo - 186,000
Barry Sisselman - 167,500
Larry St. Jean - 153,000
Maurice Lightner - 120,000
Fernando Pages - 119,500
Joshua Beckley - 112,500
Michael Garavuso - 85,500
Carlos Vazquez - 69,000
Greg Spinder - 55,000
Brian Alchati - 40,000

There will be a total of (67) players returning at 1:00pm this afternoon, (50) of which will be reaching the money.  First place is scheduled to take home $12,875, with official payouts to be posted shortly (along with Day 2 seating assignments).

Tournaments: Sunday's tournament schedule begins at 11:00am, with an $80 No Limit Hold'em event, that carries a $2,000 guaranteed prize pool.  The tournament is structured with 12,000 unit starting stacks, (20) minute levels, and has registration that is open through Level 8.  At the end of registration, players have the option to take an add, choosing between a single ($20) or double ($40).

As mentioned above, Day 2 of the $150 No Limit Hold'em ($50,000 GTD) resumes at 1:00pm.

The evening time slot (5:00pm) sees the return of the $130 No Limit Hold'em "Turbo Bounty" ($2,000 GTD), which was a Sunday staple for a very long time.  The tournament is structured with 20,000 unit starting stacks, (15) minute levels, and registration that is open through Level 10.

Promotions: The high hands will run from 9:00am-12:00am, with the opportunity to win $400 every (30) minutes.  During that period, the promotion sees tournament players eligible each half-hour for $100 high hands, 2/2 limit hold'em players eligible for $200 high hands, 2/4 limit hold'em players eligible for $300 high hands, and all other raked games (1/2-5/10 NLH, 4/8 Omaha 8B, 6/12 O.E., etc.) eligible for $400 high hands.  

It should also be noted that players are able to win the high hand using only one card in their hand.  The payouts for those that use one card are different than the standard numbers listed above, and can be found (full listing of one-card payouts on flyers in the poker room).

From 12:00am-3:00am, the high hand will be awarded $100 every (60) minutes.

11:00am - $80 No Limit Hold'em ($2,000 GTD)

- Players start with 12,000 in tournament chips

- Late and re-entries for the first (8) levels

- Alternates and late entries will start with a full stack

- Levels will last (20) minutes

- Optional single ($20) or double ($40) add-on at the end of registration

1:00pm - $150 No Limit Hold'em ($50,000 GTD) Day 2

- Players start with 16,000 in tournament chips

- Late and re-entries for the first (8) levels

- Alternates and late entries will start with a full stack

- Levels will last (30) minutes, transitioning to (40) minutes at the final table

5:00pm - $130 No Limit Hold'em "Turbo Bounty" ($2,000 GTD)

- Players start with 20,000 in tournament chips

- Late and re-entries for the first (10) levels

- Alternates and late entries will start with a full stack
- Levels will last (15) minute

Saturday, May 4th: After Another Great Showing For The $150 No Limit Hold'em ($50,000 GTD), Final Pair Of Flights Headline Schedule

ICYMI: After getting off to a strong start on Thursday, the $150 No Limit Hold'em ($50,000 GTD) continued the trend yesterday, with an evening flight that eclipsed the century mark.  All be told, there were a total of (167) entries over the second day of action, of which (18) players bagged up chips for Sunday's Day 2.  

Flight 1C wrapped up registration with a total of (63) entries, with (7) players reaching the flight's bagging process, led by Justin Levy (432,000).  Official Flight 1C chip counts are listed below:

Justin Levy - 432,000
Roberto Alvarado - 177,500
Patrick Capozzielli - 159,000
David Poces - 123,500
Olivia Katrych - 43,000
Andrew Daire - 41,000
Danielle Condorelli - 39,000

The evening flight (Flight 1D) saw a total of (104) entries, which was the largest showing of the event, with (11) players bagging chips for Day 2.  Andres Jara led the group (403,000), with the official counts from the flight listed below:

Andres Jara - 403,000
Jonathan Marcu - 273,500
Dominic Morosini - 241,000
Omar Yates - 225,000
Matthew Parke - 170,500
Myles German - 128,500
John Blevins - 65,500
Shawn Vrenna - 53,000
Michael Mayo - 51,500
John Bilas - 38,000
Chris Arlidiocone - 17,000

With two flights remaining to have been played, the $150 No Limit Hold'em ($50,000 GTD) has a total of (298) entries, and a prize pool of $34,270.  A total of (137) entries are needed to reach the guarantee, with that number likely reached in today's afternoon flight alone.

Tournaments: Floor flights of the $150 No Limit Hold'em ($50,000 GTD) are now in the books, with two more remaining (on today's schedule).  Just like the past two days, there are two flights on tap (Flight 1E at 11:00am, and Flight 1F at 6:00pm), along with a satellite at 3:00pm.  Each of the flights are structured with 16,000 unit starting stacks, (30) minute levels, and registration that is open through Level 8.  Day 1 will play through the conclusion of Level 14, or when the 10% mark is reached (whichever comes first).  It should be noted, that when the tournament reaches it's final table, the levels will transition to (40) minutes.

The $40 No Limit Hold'em Satellite (into the $150 No Limit Hold'em $50,000 GTD) begins at 3:00pm, and carries a three seat guarantee.  The satellite is structured with 10,000 unit starting stacks, (15) minute levels, and registration that is open through Level 8.

Promotions: The high hands will run from 9:00am-12:00am, with the opportunity to win $400 every (30) minutes.  During that period, the promotion sees tournament players eligible each half-hour for $100 high hands, 2/2 limit hold'em players eligible for $200 high hands, 2/4 limit hold'em players eligible for $300 high hands, and all other raked games (1/2-5/10 NLH, 4/8 Omaha 8B, 6/12 O.E., etc.) eligible for $400 high hands.  

It should also be noted that players are able to win the high hand using only one card in their hand.  The payouts for those that use one card are different than the standard numbers listed above, and can be found (full listing of one-card payouts on flyers in the poker room).

There is a "special" promotion that starts this evening, that will also run every Friday and Saturday in April (from 6:00pm-10:00pm).  During the listed four-hour time period, high hands will be worth $500, and will be awarded every (20) minutes.  In order for the qualifying high hand to be awarded the $500 prize, the hand must be made using both hole cards.  Qualifying high hands that are made with one-card, will be awarded a $250 prize.

From 12:00am-9:00am, the high hand will be awarded $100 every (60) minutes.

11:00am - $150 No Limit Hold'em ($50,000 GTD) Flight 1E

- Players start with 16,000 in tournament chips

- Late and re-entries for the first (8) levels

- Alternates and late entries will start with a full stack

- Levels will last (30) minutes, transitioning to (40) minutes at the final table

3:00pm - $40 No Limit Hold'em Satellite Into $150 No Limit Hold'em ($50,000 GTD) 3 Seats GTD

- Players start with 10,000 in tournament chips

- Late and re-entries for the first (8) levels

- Alternates and late entries will start with a full stack

- Levels will last (15) minutes

6:00pm - $150 No Limit Hold'em ($50,000 GTD) Flight 1F

- Players start with 16,000 in tournament chips

- Late and re-entries for the first (8) levels

- Alternates and late entries will start with a full stack

- Levels will last (30) minutes, transitioning to (40) minutes at the final table

Friday, May 3rd: May's First Multi ($150 No Limit Hold'em $50,000 GTD) Heads Into The Weekend, With Big Numbers Expected

ICYMI: Yesterday's tournament schedule hosted the first pair of opening flights for the $150 No Limit Hold'em ($50,000 GTD), with things getting off to a very strong start.  Over the course of the day, there were a total of (131) entries, equating to a total prize pool of $15,065.  While that number is slightly below the pace needed to reach the $50,000 guarantee, the next four flights are going to be much larger in size.  

Flight 1A had a total of (66) entries, with (9) players bagging chips for Day 2, led by Eric Pettitt (195,000).  Official chip counts from the opening flight are listed below:

Eric Pettitt - 195,000
Carlos Handwerker - 182,500
Rebecca Dellagloria - 173,500
Scott Tenenbaum - 124,000
Phillip Consolo - 122,000
Anthony Bennett - 105,500
Nikola Sinishtaj - 61,000
Alexander Perez - 57,500
Ty Akbalsi - 36,500

Flight 1B then follow with (65) total entries, of which (7) players reached the bagging process, led by Juan Barbosa (403,500).  Official chip counts from the tournament's second flight are listed below:

Juan Barbosa - 403,500
Bill Napien - 195,000
Tom Marchese - 134,500
Carlos Ardila - 91,500
Robert Peoples - 84,500
David Oshry - 79,000
Dimitry Agrachov - 59,500

Tournaments: After a great start yesterday, the $150 No Limit Hold'em ($50,000 GTD) headlines today's tournament schedule.  There are two more flights (11:00am and 6:00pm), along with another satellite.  Each of the flights are structured with 16,000 unit starting stacks, (30) minute levels, and registration that is open through Level 8.  Day 1 will play through the conclusion of Level 14, or when the 10% mark is reached (whichever comes first).  It should be noted, that when the tournament reaches it's final table, the levels will transition to (40) minutes.

The $40 No Limit Hold'em Satellite (into the $150 No Limit Hold'em $50,000 GTD) begins at 3:00pm, and carries a three seat guarantee.  The satellite is structured with 10,000 unit starting stacks, (15) minute levels, and registration that is open through Level 8.

Promotions: The high hands will run from 9:00am-12:00am, with the opportunity to win $400 every (30) minutes.  During that period, the promotion sees tournament players eligible each half-hour for $100 high hands, 2/2 limit hold'em players eligible for $200 high hands, 2/4 limit hold'em players eligible for $300 high hands, and all other raked games (1/2-5/10 NLH, 4/8 Omaha 8B, 6/12 O.E., etc.) eligible for $400 high hands.  

It should also be noted that players are able to win the high hand using only one card in their hand.  The payouts for those that use one card are different than the standard numbers listed above, and can be found (full listing of one-card payouts on flyers in the poker room).

There is a "special" promotion that starts this evening, that will also run every Friday and Saturday in April (from 6:00pm-10:00pm).  During the listed four-hour time period, high hands will be worth $500, and will be awarded every (20) minutes.  In order for the qualifying high hand to be awarded the $500 prize, the hand must be made using both hole cards.  Qualifying high hands that are made with one-card, will be awarded a $250 prize.

From 12:00am-9:00am, the high hand will be awarded $100 every (60) minutes.

11:00am - $150 No Limit Hold'em ($50,000 GTD) Flight 1C

- Players start with 16,000 in tournament chips

- Late and re-entries for the first (8) levels

- Alternates and late entries will start with a full stack

- Levels will last (30) minutes, transitioning to (40) minutes at the final table

3:00pm - $40 No Limit Hold'em Satellite Into $150 No Limit Hold'em ($50,000 GTD) 3 Seats GTD

- Players start with 10,000 in tournament chips

- Late and re-entries for the first (8) levels

- Alternates and late entries will start with a full stack

- Levels will last (15) minutes

6:00pm - $150 No Limit Hold'em ($50,000 GTD) Flight 1D

- Players start with 16,000 in tournament chips

- Late and re-entries for the first (8) levels

- Alternates and late entries will start with a full stack

- Levels will last (30) minutes, transitioning to (40) minutes at the final table

Thursday, May 2nd: Big Day In The Poker Room, Including The Start Of The $150 NLH ($50,000 GTD), And $250 "Turbo" High Hands

ICYMI: Wednesday's tournament schedule began at 11:00am, with a $130 No Limit Hold'em "Survivor," which guaranteed a $3,000 prize pool.  After eight levels of open registration, the event's field would close with (28) entries, with three players scheduled to walk away with $1,000 prizes.  Those payouts were altered on the money bubble, as players agreed to a four-way deal, with the official results posted below:

1. Francois Gagne (Hillsboro Beach, FL) $1,000
2. Frank Lamaarra (Philadelphia, PA) $1,000
3. Blaine McRae (Ft. Lauderdale, FL) $500
4. Susan Krowitz (Ft. Lauderdale, FL) $500

At 6:00pm, there was a $40 No Limit Hold'em Satellite into this weekend's $150 No Limit Hold'em ($50,000 GTD).  A total of (10) seats were guaranteed into the multi (which begins today), with (39) entries making up the field.  Listed below, are the ten players to win a seat in last night's satellite:

1. Alan Werner ($150 No Limit Hold'em $50,000 GTD Seat Winner)
2. Julia Bindelglass ($150 No Limit Hold'em $50,000 GTD Seat Winner)
3. Paul Price ($150 No Limit Hold'em $50,000 GTD Seat Winner)
4. Elise Schisler ($150 No Limit Hold'em $50,000 GTD Seat Winner)
5. Cathy Miller ($150 No Limit Hold'em $50,000 GTD Seat Winner)
6. Norman Boothe ($150 No Limit Hold'em $50,000 GTD Seat Winner)
7. Marc Cohen ($150 No Limit Hold'em $50,000 GTD Seat Winner)
8. Jerrold Solov ($150 No Limit Hold'em $50,000 GTD Seat Winner)
9. Andrew Daire ($150 No Limit Hold'em $50,000 GTD Seat Winner)
10. Felipe Martinez ($150 No Limit Hold'em $50,000 GTD Seat Winner)

Tournaments: As mentioned above, today we see the beginning of the month's first multi, a $150 No Limit Hold'em ($50,000 GTD).  There are a total of six flights (over the next three days), with Day 2 scheduled for 1:00pm on Sunday.  Each of the flights are structured with 16,000 unit starting stacks, (30) minute levels, and registration that is open through Level 8.  Day 1 will play through the conclusion of Level 14, or when the 10% mark is reached (whichever comes first).  It should be noted, that when the tournament reaches it's final table, the levels will transition to (40) minutes.  Today's first flight begins at 11:00am (Flight 1A), and is followed at 6:00pm by Flight 1B.

There is also a $40 No Limit Hold'em Satellite (into the $150 No Limit Hold'em $50,000 GTD) on today's schedule, beginning at 3:00pm. The satellite guarantees (3) seats into the $50,000 guaranteed event, and is structured with: 10,000 unit starting stacks, (15) minute levels, and registration that is open through Level 8.

Promotions: The high hands will run from 9:00am-12:00am, with the opportunity to win $400 every (30) minutes.  During that period, the promotion sees tournament players eligible each half-hour for $100 high hands, 2/2 limit hold'em players eligible for $200 high hands, 2/4 limit hold'em players eligible for $300 high hands, and all other raked games (1/2-5/10 NLH, 4/8 Omaha 8B, 6/12 O.E., etc.) eligible for $400 high hands.  

It should also be noted that players are able to win the high hand using only one card in their hand.  The payouts for those that use one card are different than the standard numbers listed above, and can be found (full listing of one-card payouts on flyers in the poker room).

There is an addition to the day's promotions, with the "Twilight Full House" promo beginning at 6:00pm.  The promotion sees (30) total prize awarded, with the breakdown as such: the first (15) full houses (that are tens full or better) will be awarded $50, while the first (15) quads or better will be awarded $150.  In order for hands to qualify for the promotional prize, they must be made using both hole cards (in Omaha, players must flop the qualifying high hand to be eligible).

You can add another addition to the day's promotions, one that has garnered the interest of players from the moment it was announced.  From 6:00pm-10:00pm, there will be $250 high hands awarded every (15) minutes.  In order for hands to qualify for the promotional prize, they must be made using both hole cards (in Omaha, players must flop the qualifying high hand to be eligible).  If the qualifying high hand is made using one card, the player will be awarded a $125 prize.

From 12:00am-3:00am, the high hand will be awarded $100 every (60) minutes.

11:00am - $150 No Limit Hold'em ($50,000 GTD) Flight 1A

- Players start with 16,000 in tournament chips

- Late and re-entries for the first (8) levels

- Alternates and late entries will start with a full stack

- Levels will last (30) minutes, transitioning to (40) minutes at the final table

3:00pm - $40 No Limit Hold'em Satellite Into $150 No Limit Hold'em ($50,000 GTD) 10 Seats GTD

- Players start with 10,000 in tournament chips

- Late and re-entries for the first (8) levels

- Alternates and late entries will start with a full stack

- Levels will last (15) minutes

6:00pm - $150 No Limit Hold'em ($50,000 GTD) Flight 1B

- Players start with 16,000 in tournament chips

- Late and re-entries for the first (8) levels

- Alternates and late entries will start with a full stack

- Levels will last (30) minutes, transitioning to (40) minutes at the final table

Wednesday, May 1st: New Month Means Big Tournament Action, And New Promos Upcoming

ICYMI: Tuesday's tournament slate started (at 11:00am) with the $150 Omaha 8B Hi/Lo ($2,500 GTD), which has been a Tuesday afternoon staple for months.  The event's field would see registration close with (20) entries, and an official prize pool of $2,500.  Three players were scheduled to reach the money, which didn't end up changing, but the payouts were eventually altered (in a three-way chop).  Official results from the tournament are listed below:

1. Walter Buss (Belgium) $878
2. Cesal Garcia (Miramar, FL) $863
3. Lee Schneider (Pompano Beach, FL) $759

The evening time slot hosted the $130 No Limit Hold'em "Chip Buster," which boasted a $2,000 guaranteed prize pool.  That guarantee would almost be doubled by the time registration closed, as the field ended up with (41) total entries.  Six players were scheduled to reach the money, and after three in-the-money eliminations, a three-way deal was agreed to.  Official results from the evening event are listed below:

1. Celso Leroy (Delray Beach, FL) $1,245
2. Markus Petteway (Jacksonville, FL) $940
3. Jason Batten (Plantation, FL) $837
4. Shawn Friedman (Boca Raton, FL) $398
5. Matthew Vitale (Ft. Lauderdale, FL) $318
6. Gregory Monaldi (Davie, FL) $239

Tournaments: May is packed with great tournament action, with it's first multi-flight event beginning tomorrow afternoon.  Today's recurring tournament schedule begins at 11:00am, with a $130 No Limit Hold'em "Survivor" ($3,000 GTD), one of the more popular events with the players.  The tournament is structured with 16,000 unit starting stacks, (20) minute levels, and has registration open through Level 8.  For every 1 in 10 entries, a $1,000 prize spot will be added to the payouts (with three spots guaranteed).

The evening time slot (6:00pm) hosts the first of three satellites for the $150 No Limit Hold'em ($50,000 GTD), which runs from May 2nd-May 5th.  The satellite guarantees (10) seats into the $50,000 guaranteed event, and is structured with: 10,000 unit starting stacks, (15) minute levels, and registration that is open through Level 8.

Promotions: Outside of the "standard" high hands, the poker opens with the Full House Promotion.  The proceedings begin once the doors of the poker room open, with the first (25) full houses made, earning a $40 prize.  Each jackpot eligible cash game is included in the promotion, with two rules to keep in mind, when thinking about winning the $40.  In order to be eligible, the full  house must be made using two cards, and must be the winning hand.

 The day's "standard" high hand period will last from 9:00am-12:00am, with the opportunity to win $400 every (30) minutes.  During that period, the promotion sees tournament players eligible each half-hour for $100 high hands, 2/2 limit hold'em players eligible for $200 high hands, 2/4 limit hold'em players eligible for $300 high hands, and all other raked games (1/2-5/10 NLH, 4/8 Omaha 8B, 6/12 O.E., etc.) eligible for $400 high hands.  

It should also be noted that players are able to win the high hand using only one card in their hand.  The payouts for those that use one card are different than the standard numbers listed above, and can be found (full listing of one-card payouts on flyers in the poker room).

From 12:00am-3:00am, the high hand will be awarded $100 every (60) minutes.

11:00am - $130 No Limit Hold'em "Survivor" ($3,000 GTD)

- Players start with 16,000 in tournament chips

- Late and re-entries for the first (8) levels

- Alternates and late entries will start with a full stack

- Levels will last (20) minutes

6:00pm - $40 No Limit Hold'em Satellite Into $150 No Limit Hold'em ($50,000 GTD) 10 Seats GTD

- Players start with 10,000 in tournament chips

- Late and re-entries for the first (8) levels

- Alternates and late entries will start with a full stack

- Levels will last (15) minutes

Tuesday, April 30th: Ready To Turn The Calendar Page, But Not Before A Tuesday Full Of Poker Action

ICYMI: Monday's schedule of events began at 11:00am, with the $130 No Limit Hold'em ($2,500 GTD).  Registration for the tournament would close with (13) total entries in the field, with two players scheduled to walk away with their respective share of the $2,500 prize pool.  A deal would be agreed to long before the money, as the final six players agreed to the following chop:

1. Devin Brodman (Coconut Creek, FL) $775
2. Zaki Lichaa (Pompano Beach, FL) $631
3. Marc Cohen (Boca Raton, FL) $493
4. Myrna Albert (Boca Raton, FL) $307
5. Walter Buss (Belgium) $150
6. Robert Gelin (Boynton Beach, FL) $144

At 6:00pm, the $90 No Limit Hold'em event got underway, which boasted a $1,500 guaranteed prize pool.  The field would be made up of (17) entries, with two players scheduled to reach the money.  A deal was agreed to on the money bubble, with the official results posted below:

1. Brian Dunn (Ft. Lauderdale, FL) $640
2. Luis Abedrabbo (Boca Raton, FL) $560
3. Roberto Desogos (Ft. Lauderdale, FL) $300

Tournaments: Tuesday's schedule begins at 11:00am, with a little mixed-game action, and the $150 Limit Omaha 8B Hi/Lo ($2,500 GTD) event.  The tournament is structured with 15,000 unit starting stacks, (20) minute levels, and registration that is open through Level 8.  The mixed-game players show up strong each week, so you can count on a sizable prize pool for this tournament, well above the posted guarantee.

The 6:00pm event has quickly become a favorite of the recurring tournament players.  The $130 No Limit Hold'em "Chip Buster" has a $2,000 guaranteed prize pool, which is sure to be surpassed, by the time registration closes.  The tournament is structured with 50,000 unit starting stacks, (20) minute levels, and has registration that is open through Level 8 (and the break that follows).                                                                                                                      

Promotions: Outside of the "standard" high hands, the poker opens with the "new" Full House Promotion.  The proceedings begin once the doors of the poker room open, with the first (25) full houses made, earning a $40 prize.  Each jackpot eligible cash game is included in the promotion, with two rules to keep in mind, when thinking about winning the $40.  In order to be eligible, the full  house must be made using two cards, and must be the winning hand.

 The day's "standard" high hand period will last from 9:00am-12:00am, with the opportunity to win $400 every (30) minutes.  During that period, the promotion sees tournament players eligible each half-hour for $100 high hands, 2/2 limit hold'em players eligible for $200 high hands, 2/4 limit hold'em players eligible for $300 high hands, and all other raked games (1/2-5/10 NLH, 4/8 Omaha 8B, 6/12 O.E., etc.) eligible for $400 high hands.  

It should also be noted that players are able to win the high hand using only one card in their hand.  The payouts for those that use one card are different than the standard numbers listed above, and can be found (full listing of one-card payouts on flyers in the poker room).

From 12:00am-3:00am, the high hand will be awarded $100 every (60) minutes.

11:00am - $150 Omaha 8B Hi/Lo ($2,500 GTD)

- Players start with 15,000 in tournament chips

- Late and re-entries for the first (8) levels

- Alternates and late entries will start with a full stack

- Levels will last (20) minutes

6:00pm - $130 No Limit Hold'em "Chip Buster" ($2,000 GTD)

- Players start with 50,000 in tournament chips

- Late and re-entries for the first (8) levels

- Alternates and late entries will start with a full stack

- Levels will last (20) minutes

Monday, April 29th: Putting A Bow On The Month Of April, Monday Headlined By "Twilight Full House"

ICYMI: Sunday's tournament recurring tournament schedule started at 11:00am, with an $80 No Limit Hold'em event, that had a $2,000 guaranteed prize pool.  At registration's close, the tournament clock would show (21) entries in the field, and an official prize pool of $2,000.  Three spots were scheduled too get paid, with action playing down to an outright winner.  Official results from the tournament are listed below:

1. Rahamim Ezra (Hallandale Beach, FL) $1,000
2. Daniel Wayson (Annapolis, MD) $600
3. Lesley Cutler (Dania Beach, FL) $400

The evening time slot (6:00pm) hosted the $130 No Limit Hold'em "Turbo Bounty," which boasted a second $2,000 guaranteed prize pool.  The event would end up with exactly the same amount of entries as it's afternoon partner (21 entries), and a prize pool of $1,512 (not including bounties).  Official results from the tournament are listed below:

1. Charles Bury (Ft. Lauderdale, FL) $756
2. Angel Rivera (West Palm Beach, FL) $454
3. Celso Leroy (Delray Beach, FL) $302

Tournaments: This week of recurring tournaments begins at 11:00am, with a $130 No Limit Hold'em event, that carries at $2,500 guarantee. Players in the event will sit down to starting stacks of 16,000 units, with levels that last (20) minutes, and registration that is open through Level 8.

The evening time slot (6:00pm) hosts an $80 No Limit Hold'em tournament, which has a $1,500 guarantee.  The event is structured with 15,000 unit starting stacks, (20) minute levels, and registration that is open through Level 8.  Prior to the player's first hand, they have the option to get an add-on for $10.    

Promotions: The high hands will run from 9:00am-12:00am, with the opportunity to win $400 every (30) minutes.  During that period, the promotion sees tournament players eligible each half-hour for $100 high hands, 2/2 limit hold'em players eligible for $200 high hands, 2/4 limit hold'em players eligible for $300 high hands, and all other raked games (1/2-5/10 NLH, 4/8 Omaha 8B, 6/12 O.E., etc.) eligible for $400 high hands.  

It should also be noted that players are able to win the high hand using only one card in their hand.  The payouts for those that use one card are different than the standard numbers listed above, and can be found (full listing of one-card payouts on flyers in the poker room).

There is an addition to the day's promotions, with the "Twilight Full House" promo beginning at 6:00pm.  The promotion sees (30) total prize awarded, with the breakdown as such: the first (15) full houses (that are tens full or better) will be awarded $50, while the first (15) quads or better will be awarded $150.  In order for hands to qualify for the promotional prize, they must be made using both hole cards (in Omaha, players must flop the qualifying high hand to be eligible).

From 12:00am-3:00am, the high hand will be awarded $100 every (60) minutes.

11:00am - $130 No Limit Hold'em ($2,500 GTD)

- Players start with 20,000 in tournament chips

- Late and re-entries for the first (8) levels

- Alternates and late entries will start with a full stack

- Levels will last (20) minutes

6:00pm - $90 No Limit Hold'em ($1,500 GTD)

- Players start with 15,000 in tournament chips

- Late and re-entries for the first (8) levels

- Alternates and late entries will start with a full stack

- Levels will last (20) minutes

Sunday, April 28th: Another Week Of Poker Action Wrapping Up, As We Look Forward Busy Month Of May

ICYMI: Saturday's tournament slate began at 11:00am, with a $130 No Limit Hold'em "Seniors" event, which ran without a posted guarantee.  Registration would be open for eight levels, and once the break after Level 8 concluded, the tournament clock showed (14) total entries (and an official prize pool of $1,358).  Two players were scheduled to walk away with money, and while we normally see chops in this particular event, the action played down to an outright winner.  Norman Boothe bested Steven Dietz during heads-up play, with the official results listed below:

1. Norman Boothe (Oakland Park, FL) $883
2. Steven Dietz (Delray Beach, FL) $475

The evening time slot (6:00pm) hosted the $130 No Limit Hold'em "Chip Buster," which boasted a $2,500 guaranteed prize pool.  That number would be eclipsed by almost $1,000, as the field closed with (35) total entries.  The $3,395 prize pool was scheduled to be spread across four pay-spots, but players ended up agreeing to a six-way deal (short of the official money).  Results from the tournament are listed below:

1. David Maddox (Boynton Beach, FL) $812
2. Anthony Vulpis (Pompano Beach, FL) $627
3. Susan Krowitz (Ft. Lauderdale, FL) $594
4. Rytis Griharavicius (Lithuania) $531
5. Bruce Warren (Ft. Lauderdale, FL) $504
6. Barry Sisselman (Deerfield Beach, FL) $327

Tournaments: The first of Sunday's two tournaments begins at 11:00am, and is an $80 No Limit Hold'em event, with a $2,000 guaranteed prize pool.  The tournament is structured with 12,000 unit starting stacks, (20) minute levels, and has registration that is open through Level 8.  At the end of registration, players have the option to take an add, choosing between a single ($20) or double ($40).

The evening time slot (5:00pm) sees the return of the $130 No Limit Hold'em "Turbo Bounty" ($2,000 GTD), which was a Sunday staple for a very long time.  The tournament is structured with 20,000 unit starting stacks, (15) minute levels, and registration that is open through Level 10.

Promotions: The high hands will run from 9:00am-12:00am, with the opportunity to win $400 every (30) minutes.  During that period, the promotion sees tournament players eligible each half-hour for $100 high hands, 2/2 limit hold'em players eligible for $200 high hands, 2/4 limit hold'em players eligible for $300 high hands, and all other raked games (1/2-5/10 NLH, 4/8 Omaha 8B, 6/12 O.E., etc.) eligible for $400 high hands.  

It should also be noted that players are able to win the high hand using only one card in their hand.  The payouts for those that use one card are different than the standard numbers listed above, and can be found (full listing of one-card payouts on flyers in the poker room).

From 12:00am-3:00am, the high hand will be awarded $100 every (60) minutes.

11:00am - $80 No Limit Hold'em ($2,000 GTD)

- Players start with 12,000 in tournament chips

- Late and re-entries for the first (8) levels

- Alternates and late entries will start with a full stack

- Levels will last (20) minutes

- Optional single ($20) or double ($40) add-on at the end of registration

5:00pm - $130 No Limit Hold'em "Turbo Bounty" ($2,000 GTD)

- Players start with 20,000 in tournament chips

- Late and re-entries for the first (10) levels

- Alternates and late entries will start with a full stack
- Levels will last (15) minute

Saturday, April 27th: "Staple" Saturday Tournament Schedule, With The Return Of $500 High Hands (6:00PM-10:00PM)

ICYMI: Friday's tournament schedule kicked off with the $75 No Limit Hold'em "Survivor," which had a $1,500 guarantee (increased from it's normal $1,000 guarantee).  The event's field would end up seeing a total of (18) entries at registration's end, and an official prize pool that fell directly on the posted number. Three spots were scheduled to earn $500 paydays, but when players reached the money bubble, a chop was agreed to (with results listed below):

1. Luis Aberdabbo (Boca Raton, FL) $500
2. Lee Schneider (Pompano Beach, FL) $334
3. Arnold Cohen (West Palm Beach, FL) $333
4. Salvatore Accardi (Pompano Beach, FL) $333

The evening time slot (6:00pm) hosted an $80 No Limit Hold'em event, that boasted a guaranteed prize pool of $2,000.  That number would be eclipsed with ease, as the field closed with (40) total entries, which equated to $2,740.  The payouts were scheduled to be spread across five spots, and while that number didn't change, the actual prizes were altered in a deal:

1. Jan Sayfie (Ft. Lauderdale, FL) $715
2. Jerrold Solov (Pompano Beach, FL) $551
3. Anthony Vulkis (Pompano Beach, FL) $529
4. Paul Mabel (Coral Springs, FL) $488
5. Jacque Doucette (Lake Worth, FL) $457

Tournaments: Saturday's recurring tournament schedule begins at 11:00am, with a $130 No Limit Hold'em "Seniors 50+" event, which boasts a $1,500 guaranteed prize pool.  The tournament has a very player-friendly structure, with 15,000 unit starting stacks, and (25) minute levels.  Registration for the tournament is open through Level 8, and the ten minute break that follows. 

The 6:00pm event is open to players of all ages, and has quickly become a favorite of the players.  The $130 No Limit Hold'em "Chip Buster" has a $2,500 guaranteed prize pool, which is sure to be surpassed, by the time registration closes.  The tournament is structured with 50,000 unit starting stacks, (20) minute levels, and has registration that is open through Level 8 (and the break that follows). 

Promotions: The high hands will run from 9:00am-12:00am, with the opportunity to win $400 every (30) minutes.  During that period, the promotion sees tournament players eligible each half-hour for $100 high hands, 2/2 limit hold'em players eligible for $200 high hands, 2/4 limit hold'em players eligible for $300 high hands, and all other raked games (1/2-5/10 NLH, 4/8 Omaha 8B, 6/12 O.E., etc.) eligible for $400 high hands.  

It should also be noted that players are able to win the high hand using only one card in their hand.  The payouts for those that use one card are different than the standard numbers listed above, and can be found (full listing of one-card payouts on flyers in the poker room).

There is a "special" promotion that starts this evening, that will also run every Friday and Saturday in April (from 6:00pm-10:00pm).  During the listed four-hour time period, high hands will be worth $500, and will be awarded every (20) minutes.  In order for the qualifying high hand to be awarded the $500 prize, the hand must be made using both hole cards.  Qualifying high hands that are made with one-card, will be awarded a $250 prize.

From 12:00am-9:00am, the high hand will be awarded $100 every (60) minutes.

11:00am - $130 No Limit Hold'em "Seniors 50+" ($1,500 GTD)

- Players start with 15,000 in tournament chips

- Late and re-entries for the first (8) levels

- Alternates and late entries will start with a full stack

- Levels will last (25) minutes

6:00pm - $130 No Limit Hold'em "Chip Buster" ($2,500 GTD)

- Players start with 50,000 in tournament chips

- Late and re-entries for the first (8) levels

- Alternates and late entries will start with a full stack

- Levels will last (20) minutes

Friday, April 26th: It's Friday, Which Means The Return Of $500 High Hands (6:00PM-10:00PM)

ICYMI: Thursday's tournament action began at 11:00am, with the $130 No Limit Hold'em "Monster Stack," which had a $1,500 guaranteed prize pool.  Yesterday's installment of the tournament saw a very "intimate" field,  with (10) entries at the end of registration.  Of those entries, two players were scheduled to reach the money, but a three-way deal was agreed to on the money bubble.  Official details of the even chop are listed below:

1. Lee Schneider (Pompano Beach, FL) $500
2. Stephen Ekin (Vero Beach, FL) $500
3. Kevin Wright (Coconut Creek, FL) $500

The "Monster Stack" was followed by a $150 No Limit Hold'em "Bounty" event, which had a $2,000 guaranteed prize pool.  After eight levels of open registration, the field would close with a total of (18) entries (and a prize pool of $1,656, not including bounties).  Official results of the tournament are listed below:

1. Roberto Desogos (Ft. Lauderdale, FL) $828
2. Stephen Ekin (Vero Beach, FL) $497
3. David Coughlin (Lighthouse Point, FL) $331

Tournaments: Friday's tournament action kicks off at 11:00am, with a $75 No Limit Hold'em "Survivor" ($1,000 GTD), which will see every 1 in 10 entries earn a $500 pay spot.  The tournament is structured with 14,000 unit starting stacks, (20) minute levels, and registration that is open through Level 8.  This event should is very popular with players, as it is a small investment...with a large return.

The evening tournament (6:00pm) is an $80 No Limit Hold'em event, which carries a $3,000 guarantee.  The tournament is structured with 12,000 unit starting stacks, (20) minute levels, and registration that is open through Level 8.  At the end of registration, players have the option to add-on, choosing between a single ($20) or double ($40).

Promotions: The high hands will run from 9:00am-12:00am, with the opportunity to win $400 every (30) minutes.  During that period, the promotion sees tournament players eligible each half-hour for $100 high hands, 2/2 limit hold'em players eligible for $200 high hands, 2/4 limit hold'em players eligible for $300 high hands, and all other raked games (1/2-5/10 NLH, 4/8 Omaha 8B, 6/12 O.E., etc.) eligible for $400 high hands.  

It should also be noted that players are able to win the high hand using only one card in their hand.  The payouts for those that use one card are different than the standard numbers listed above, and can be found (full listing of one-card payouts on flyers in the poker room).

There is a "special" promotion that starts this evening, that will also run every Friday and Saturday in April (from 6:00pm-10:00pm).  During the listed four-hour time period, high hands will be worth $500, and will be awarded every (20) minutes.  In order for the qualifying high hand to be awarded the $500 prize, the hand must be made using both hole cards.  Qualifying high hands that are made with one-card, will be awarded a $250 prize.

From 12:00am-9:00am, the high hand will be awarded $100 every (60) minutes.

11:00am - $75 No Limit Hold'em "Survivor" ($1,000 GTD)

- Players start with 14,000 in tournament chips

- Late and re-entries for the first (8) levels

- Alternates and late entries will start with a full stack

- Levels will last (20) minutes

- 1 in 10 entries win $500

6:00pm - $80 No Limit Hold'em ($3,000 GTD)

- Players start with 12,000 in tournament chips

- Late and re-entries for the first (8) levels

- Alternates and late entries will start with a full stack

- Levels will last (20) minutes

Thursday, April 25th: Lichaa And Coughlin Top Tournament Chops, As "Twilight Full House" Headlines Promo Schedule

ICYMI: Wednesday's schedule began at 11:00am, with the $130 No Limit Hold'em "Survivor" ($3,000 GTD), which has become one of the most popular tournaments on the schedule.  After eight levels of open registration, the field would close with (28) entries, meaning three players would be scheduled to walk away with $1,000 prizes.  As play got close to the money bubble, a deal was agreed to, with five players walking away with a piece of the prize pool.  Official results from the event are listed below:

1. Zaki Lichaa (Pompano Beach, FL) $794
2. Anthony Broderick (Parkland, FL) $757
3. Pedro Palacio (Coconut Creek, FL) $626
4. Arnold Cohen (West Palm Beach, FL) $513
5. Salvatore Accardi (Pompano Beach, FL) $310

The evening time slot hosted an $80 No Limit Hold'em event, which boasted a guaranteed prize pool of $1,500.  That number would end up being eclipsed. as (23) entries made up the field, at the end of registration.  The $1,585 prize pool was scheduled to be spread across three pay spots, and while those numbers stayed strong, the actual payouts were altered in a three-way deal.  Official results from the tournament are listed below:

1. David Coughlin (Lighthouse Point, FL) $530
2. Danny Blackburn (Deerfield Beach, FL) $530
3. Charles Zusag (Plantation, FL) $525

Tournaments: Thursday's tournament schedule sees the return of a "staple," along with the introduction of a new event.  The day's action begins at 11:00an, with the $130 No Limit Hold'em "Monster Stack" ($1,500 GTD).  The player-friendly event is structured with 25,000 unit starting stacks, (20) minute levels, and registration that is open through Level 8.  This tournament has a history of attracted nice sized fields, with today's installment expected nothing less.

The "Monster Stack" is followed at 6:00pm, by a $130 No Limit Hold'em "Progressive Bounty" ($2,000 GTD) event.  It should be noted, that this tournament is not the "turbo bounty" that runs on Sunday's, as players get extended levels of (20) minutes (along with the 15,000 unit starting stacks).  Registration is also open through Level 8, not the ten levels that the turbo allows.  The "progressive bounty" aspect of the tournament, will see all bounties earned over the course of the evening, awarded to the player that scores an elimination.  For example, if Player A has collected four bounties, and is eliminated by Player B in Level 13, Player B will be awarded Player A's four bounties.

Promotions: The high hands will run from 9:00am-12:00am, with the opportunity to win $400 every (30) minutes.  During that period, the promotion sees tournament players eligible each half-hour for $100 high hands, 2/2 limit hold'em players eligible for $200 high hands, 2/4 limit hold'em players eligible for $300 high hands, and all other raked games (1/2-5/10 NLH, 4/8 Omaha 8B, 6/12 O.E., etc.) eligible for $400 high hands.  

It should also be noted that players are able to win the high hand using only one card in their hand.  The payouts for those that use one card are different than the standard numbers listed above, and can be found (full listing of one-card payouts on flyers in the poker room).

There is an addition to the day's promotions, with the "Twilight Full House" promo beginning at 6:00pm.  The promotion sees (30) total prize awarded, with the breakdown as such: the first (15) full houses (that are tens full or better) will be awarded $50, while the first (15) quads or better will be awarded $150.  In order for hands to qualify for the promotional prize, they must be made using both hole cards (in Omaha, players must flop the qualifying high hand to be eligible).

From 12:00am-3:00am, the high hand will be awarded $100 every (60) minutes.

11:00am - $130 No Limit Hold'em "Monster Stack" ($1,500 GTD)

- Players start with 25,000 in tournament chips

- Late and re-entries for the first (8) levels

- Alternates and late entries will start with a full stack

- Levels will last (20) minutes

6:00pm - $150 No Limit Hold'em "Progressive Bounty" ($2,000 GTD)

- Players start with 15,000 in tournament chips

- Late and re-entries for the first (8) levels

- Alternates and late entries will start with a full stack

- Levels will last (20) minutes