Poker challenge attracts players - The Ridge News - 7th August 2008
The countdown has begun for hundreds of ordinary Australians trying to beat the cost of living doom and gloom.
Across the country, people from all walks of life are playing free poker to qualify for the last remaining seats available in the APL Tournament of Champions (TOC) - a three-day poker extravaganza set to take place in Sydney from August 8 to 10.
NSW man Rodney Davidson walked away with a $300,000 first prize last year, after qualifying at a free poker event in Bega.
Before the tournament Rodney had only $20 in the bank and had to borrow the money for his train fare to get to the event.
Hopefuls who have already qualified for this year’s APL TOC range in age from a 78-year-old grandmother to an 18-year-old student.
Some of the 1000 players participating also include company directors, pilots, handymen and single parents.
Lightning Ridge qualifier Brian Adams won his ticket at our regional finals which are held every three months.
You will find Brian playing at Walgett and Lightning Ridge each week. He has been playing poker with the APL during the past 12 months.
Whilst APL players create new and lasting friendships, there are big prizes to play for at the APL TOC, despite none of the entrants paying a cent to enter.
Players who are skillful enough to make it to the final table will battle it out for a share of $600,000.
While most eyes will be on the money up for grabs, APL together with Wild Turkey Bourbon will also be putting on a show for spectators during the four nights.
Visitors to the event at the all new “Cube” in Campbelltown, Sydney will experience a Shannon Noll concert, a celebrity poker tournament (featuring Jeff Fenech, JP from Australia’s next top model and Greg Bird), the Wild Turkey experience area with live bands each night, a learn to play poker area and sit and go tables.
The final evening will also feature an ethnic drum beats and fire show, Zoo girls, a free holiday to be given away and motorbike competition.
Anybody wanting to learn to play poker or test out their skills, can be part of the action with poker games happening at two local venues.
There is the Walgett Sports Club on Monday nights. Registration is 6.30pm for a 7.30pm start. Then there is the Lightning Ridge Bowling Club on Tuesday nights. Registration is 6pm for a 7pm start.
All our events are free and once a month there is a cash game.
For further information call Jane Smith on 0410 040 859.
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