Tournament Poker Club

Those who would like to play a fun and friendly game of Texas Hold ‘Em for a $5 buy-in with the Tournament Poker Club should make plans for the next Saturday tournament on Feb. 3. Regular tournaments are on the first three Saturdays of every month in the lobby of Clubhouse 6. Registration begins at 10 a.m., along with treats and coffee. Cards are in the air at 10:30. There is no late seating.

The club had a great turnout for the Jan. 13 tournament. As the winners of their original tables, the final table players were: Tony Canfora, first place; Brent Covington, second; Dick Jones, third; Glenn Evenson, fourth; MaryAnne Conte, fifth. About 40 players started the game and at the final table play continued until Covington and Canfora were head’s up. The flop came 7-4-3 and, holding 7-5, Covington went all in and was called by Canfora holding 7-10. The turn was a 10, giving Canfora two pair. The river card was a K, which didn’t change the outcome, giving Canfora the winning hand.

Canfora has lived in Leisure World for eight years and been a member of the poker club seven years. This was his third final table win at regular tournament. In addition to tournament poker, Canfora plays poker in several clubs and also enjoys golf here in Leisure World.

The club congratulates all the winners. For more information, call Debbie Barner at 325-721-0687.

—Deborah Barner