Todd (Shortcake) Cruises Through Field of 19

League-leader Hank was the first to exit when he pushed all-in with a flush draw and was called by eventual second-place finisher Lance. As a recent e-mail signature indicates ("Hank....Fucking Holdem....Rohrs"), hold'em is not Hank's best game. Still, until a point system gets worked out he's atop the leader board in total cash at $290. The field of 19 was large enough, and had enough re-buys, that Todd’s win ranks fourth in payout after just one tournament.

At our last tournament, Lance (Piaza) won $2,200…playing on-line. His showing in the live tournament suffered, but he didn’t care much on that particular day. This week, he wanted to finished strong before relocating to Vegas (Baby), and did so with a second place finish. The final table enjoyed the services of a full-time dealer (thanks Tim!) who kept the game moving, and thoroughly enjoyed the heads-up battle between Todd and Lance.






The final table enjoyed the services of a full-time dealer (thanks Tim!) who kept the game moving, and thoroughly enjoyed the heads-up battle between Todd and Lance. Todd played a re-buy the way you’re supposed to when you think you’re one of the better players – re-buy as much as you have to and keep the action going. With 19 entries, 21 re-buys, and 18 add-on the total prize pool paid out $385:

Todd (Shortcake), 1st, $30 in buy-ins, $165 cash and the coveted Champion’s shirt
Lance (Piaza), 2nd, $20 in buy-ins, $100 cash and a Jimmy hat
Sean, $15 in buy-ins, $60 cash
Steve (Baklava), $15 in buy-ins, $40 cash
Candy (Wrapped in a Sweater), $15 in buy-ins, $20 cash

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