Introducing “The Rocket”

I kicked off my poker career nine years ago when I started as a technologist at SIG. I’m originally from Bangalore, India, and now call the Philly area home. I enjoy trying new things outside of the office; anything from woodworking to Sumo wrestling. I’d say my poker style is...

Introducing “The Rookie”

I’ve been working at SIG as a Business Analyst for just a few months, and I’m excited to take on my first tournament! I grew up playing poker after Sunday dinners at my grandmother’s house, but didn’t learn Hold’em until college. My style is fairly reserved, but I’m willing to...

Final Table: The Chameleon

Our final post from this year’s tournament comes from The Chameleon, a Trader who learned to play poker with his family as soon as he was old enough to be dealt in. Our Chameleon describes his poker style as “able to blend into the style of the game, but standout...

Final Table: The Ace

I had a bad feeling about the semi-final table, and my hands confirmed it as soon as I sat down. I was never able to get into the action and every time I bought a cheap flop, nothing good came up. My stack was short and it would have gotten...