This week the VPL hosted 12 people.
Don't let the low numbers fool you. This week had some of the best poker we've seen in weeks. Despite only having 12 people (with weeks having 17, 16, and 14). You would think this would make for a quick evening........quite the opposite.
This week the tournament did not end until the blinds reached 400-800. This is quite the feat with only 12 people.
Of course we start at the bubble. Week 5 had some very strategic play on the bubble. The four people were: Clay, Bill, TC and Michelle.
It seemed like blinds were being traded back and forth. Chips were being passed back and forth. Michelle can milk a shortstack like no other.
I personally tried to take her out twice only to double her up both times. But finally in the end, it was Michelle who left the final table in 4th place.
Then it was I who had to make my exit from week #5 in 3rd place with a $30 win.
Heads up: Bill and Clay (they both have previously qualified).
Finally with the blinds at 400-800, it was time to finish the tournament. Clay was the last man standing this week. For his 1st place finish he took home $102 and Bill's 2nd place finish helped him get $51.
The points have now been updated through week 5. Check the right hand side.
After week 5, there are 9 people qualified for the TOC.
Good luck everyone and we'll see you next week.
***If you would like to have your name added to the reserved seating contact TC****
Wednesday, August 13, 2008
Saturday, August 9, 2008
Season 14 Week 4
August 5, 2008
The die hard poker players are found here at the Valley Poker League.
This week mother nature wasn't the nicest. It was a downpour on tuesday night, including some small hail.
But this didn't stop people to come and put their skills to the test to win this weeks championship.
After mother nature through some of her wettest weather, 16 people made it to play poker.
This marks the halfway point for season 14. Here are the highlights.
On the bubble were: Vicky, Scott, Bill and Todd.
Scott was the one who pulled the needle out and popped the bubble going out in 4th
The next to make their exit from the felt was Todd with a 3rd place finish and a $40 win.
Heads up and two new qualifiers: Vicky and Bill
Vicky went into the battle with more ammunition that Bill. Bill made some very strategic moves. Some curious folds and bold raises.
With his strong plays, he was the one who ended up the victor.
Vicky played a very impressive game which handed her a 2nd place finish and
$68.
Bill's victory earned him the chip as well as $136.
Both Bill and Vicky and qualified for the TOC.
Congratulations to everyone. Check the points to the right.
Good luck to everyone next week.
The die hard poker players are found here at the Valley Poker League.
This week mother nature wasn't the nicest. It was a downpour on tuesday night, including some small hail.
But this didn't stop people to come and put their skills to the test to win this weeks championship.
After mother nature through some of her wettest weather, 16 people made it to play poker.
This marks the halfway point for season 14. Here are the highlights.
On the bubble were: Vicky, Scott, Bill and Todd.
Scott was the one who pulled the needle out and popped the bubble going out in 4th
The next to make their exit from the felt was Todd with a 3rd place finish and a $40 win.
Heads up and two new qualifiers: Vicky and Bill
Vicky went into the battle with more ammunition that Bill. Bill made some very strategic moves. Some curious folds and bold raises.
With his strong plays, he was the one who ended up the victor.
Vicky played a very impressive game which handed her a 2nd place finish and
$68.
Bill's victory earned him the chip as well as $136.
Both Bill and Vicky and qualified for the TOC.
Congratulations to everyone. Check the points to the right.
Good luck to everyone next week.
Monday, August 4, 2008
Season 14 Week 3
sorry folks, no video this week.
This week at the VPL 14 people got together to see who could take it down.
2 tables, 14 people but only one will be the last man standing.
bubble time came down to TC, Jason, James and Alan.
It was James who popped the bubble this week with the 4th place finish.
TC was next to leave in 3rd place with a $35 win.
Jason took $60 for his 2nd place finish. It was Alan, once again, on top. His 1st place finish earned him $119 and the chip.
Also, Alan won last week as well. This puts Alan in the drivers seat in the points.
The points have been updated to the right.
Good luck everyone to everyone.
This week at the VPL 14 people got together to see who could take it down.
2 tables, 14 people but only one will be the last man standing.
bubble time came down to TC, Jason, James and Alan.
It was James who popped the bubble this week with the 4th place finish.
TC was next to leave in 3rd place with a $35 win.
Jason took $60 for his 2nd place finish. It was Alan, once again, on top. His 1st place finish earned him $119 and the chip.
Also, Alan won last week as well. This puts Alan in the drivers seat in the points.
The points have been updated to the right.
Good luck everyone to everyone.
Wednesday, July 23, 2008
Friday, July 18, 2008
Thursday, July 10, 2008
Season 13 Tournament of Champions
We had 14 people qualify for TOC for Season 13. However, Jason did not come and opted to sell his seat to the next person in line which was James.
14 people did play in this seasons TOC. There were returning bracelet winners. TC, Bill, James
First to tip their hat and leave was Brandon during the first level of 10-20.
Next to exit the felt was Stand at 15-30.
After the break two more people fell to the fate of the cards. Those people were Bill and Tim at 25-50.
Next level 50-100 saw many people meet their fate: Michelle, Clay, Steve, Randy, Alex.
One more level brought the end to Frank’s TOC at 75-150.
Money time: Todd, Alan, James and TC.
After two levels of hard fighting all four competitors were battling on the felt.
It was after the color-up that brought the next victim. The blinds at 200-400 was the level that TC had to say good-bye. He left the table in 4th place with a win of $61.
Third place belonged to James at the same level. 3rd place payout tonight was $92.
Heads up battle between Alan and Todd. They were fighting for the championship.
Alan came into the heads-up match the chip leader. After some shifting play on Todd’s part it was he who stood on top of the chip pile with a victory.
Alan’s 2nd place finish grossed him $153.
Todd’s 1st place finish grossed him $306 plus the coveted bracelet. He now joins a few others in the TOC hall of fame. This was his first bracelet.
Thanks to everyone who participated in season 13.
14 people did play in this seasons TOC. There were returning bracelet winners. TC, Bill, James
First to tip their hat and leave was Brandon during the first level of 10-20.
Next to exit the felt was Stand at 15-30.
After the break two more people fell to the fate of the cards. Those people were Bill and Tim at 25-50.
Next level 50-100 saw many people meet their fate: Michelle, Clay, Steve, Randy, Alex.
One more level brought the end to Frank’s TOC at 75-150.
Money time: Todd, Alan, James and TC.
After two levels of hard fighting all four competitors were battling on the felt.
It was after the color-up that brought the next victim. The blinds at 200-400 was the level that TC had to say good-bye. He left the table in 4th place with a win of $61.
Third place belonged to James at the same level. 3rd place payout tonight was $92.
Heads up battle between Alan and Todd. They were fighting for the championship.
Alan came into the heads-up match the chip leader. After some shifting play on Todd’s part it was he who stood on top of the chip pile with a victory.
Alan’s 2nd place finish grossed him $153.
Todd’s 1st place finish grossed him $306 plus the coveted bracelet. He now joins a few others in the TOC hall of fame. This was his first bracelet.
Thanks to everyone who participated in season 13.
Wednesday, July 2, 2008
Season 13 Week 8
There was 13 people battling to win and to qualify this week at the VPL.
The story this season comes down to three people and the win for the points race. Coming into the race, Clay is leading with 77 but right behind him are Alan 74 and TC 74.
One casualty came at the final table. TC moved all-in and Alex called. TC showed pocket 9's and Alex had pocket 5's. Looking good until Alex flopped a 5. His set held up and TC was out in 8th place (and out of the race for the points.)
Of course every week there is the bubble. This week was no exception. This week the people dangling for the money were Alan, Alex, Clay and Steve.
This is where is gets good. Because Clay and Alan are fighting for the money. Clay is leading by 3 points.
Who had the needle this week..........well it was Clay. With his 4th place finish he received 11 points giving him a total of 88 points. Now 3rd will get 13pts and
2nd will get 15pts and 1st will get 17pts. That means that in order for Alan to win the points he cannot take anything less than 2nd place.
Money time:
It was quite the battle. Chips going back and forth. Someone would have to take third place........and that someone was Alan. He received 13 pts and $34 for his effort. This left him standing with a total of 87pts. 1 point short of Clay.
Congratulations to Clay for winning the points race. This season the points paid $221.
Heads-up was fierce. Alex and Steve are great competitors but with all competitions there can only be one winner. The winner tonight was Steve. Alex took 2nd place and $55 and Steve took the champion chip along with $110 for his efforts.
Congratulation to Steve.
They both are new qualifiers for next weeks TOC. There are 14 players qualified for the TOC.
Good luck to everyone.
The story this season comes down to three people and the win for the points race. Coming into the race, Clay is leading with 77 but right behind him are Alan 74 and TC 74.
One casualty came at the final table. TC moved all-in and Alex called. TC showed pocket 9's and Alex had pocket 5's. Looking good until Alex flopped a 5. His set held up and TC was out in 8th place (and out of the race for the points.)
Of course every week there is the bubble. This week was no exception. This week the people dangling for the money were Alan, Alex, Clay and Steve.
This is where is gets good. Because Clay and Alan are fighting for the money. Clay is leading by 3 points.
Who had the needle this week..........well it was Clay. With his 4th place finish he received 11 points giving him a total of 88 points. Now 3rd will get 13pts and
2nd will get 15pts and 1st will get 17pts. That means that in order for Alan to win the points he cannot take anything less than 2nd place.
Money time:
It was quite the battle. Chips going back and forth. Someone would have to take third place........and that someone was Alan. He received 13 pts and $34 for his effort. This left him standing with a total of 87pts. 1 point short of Clay.
Congratulations to Clay for winning the points race. This season the points paid $221.
Heads-up was fierce. Alex and Steve are great competitors but with all competitions there can only be one winner. The winner tonight was Steve. Alex took 2nd place and $55 and Steve took the champion chip along with $110 for his efforts.
Congratulation to Steve.
They both are new qualifiers for next weeks TOC. There are 14 players qualified for the TOC.
Good luck to everyone.
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