16 players enjoyed a new 3 table setup last night, complete with 2 octagon suited speed-cloth tables that were a big hit and marked the beginning of the end of the "dealing from across the table" era at Pepper Street.
Tables started 6 and 5 handed, so there was a lot more poker for people to play (though the blinds did come around quicker).
One of the top players in year long points was the first out, Gabor V., who was drawn out on twice - one was a particularly brutal 3 outer his opponent hit on the river.
A final table was reached before the third break. Nine bodies squeezed around the table which was made for eight - and it was actually quite a while before one player finally did drop.
The bubble burst shortly after 11pm - Tony G. took it in stride, and took home a fabulous bubble prize, a "Jaws" anniversary DVD, courtesy of the house fund and Costco's amazingly low prices.
Tom S. had perhaps the most improbable run of the night. Twice, he was down to literally less than one big blind, and both times he doubled up and then doubled up again to get himself right back into things. When the dust finally cleared, he cashed for $40!
Yours truly finished in third for $60, my brother David M. finished second for $120 and Dan I. took down his first tournament with $175 in his pocket.
It was a great final table, but especially amazing was the final battle of the top three. Below you'll see how it all ended - on a single hand! The stack sizes are approximate, and the suits are probably not accurate (it didn't play in the hand). Also, for some reason it shows David M. and myself "checking" after all the chips are in. Just ignore that part.
Amazing!
A special thanks to Robert A. and Marissa C. who stayed and helped shuffle and also to Marc F. who graciously handled the dealing duties once the bubble burst.
Mark your calenders! The next tournament is Saturday, May 16 at 7pm.
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