Rebbecca Scales
Las Vegas, NV – June 23, 2025 — After a deep and focused Day 1, the $2,500 Women in Poker High Roller resumes at The Venetian with 39 players remaining. This event has already secured its place in history as the largest High Roller tournament ever held for women, and today, that field plays down to seven final table contenders.
Play begins at noon, with blinds restarting at 2,000/3,000 and a 3,000 big blind ante. Levels now last 60 minutes, and players will compete until the final seven remain. Those finalists will return tomorrow (June 24) for a professionally produced live-streamed final table — a rare spotlight moment in the women’s game.
A Structure Worth Celebrating
One of the most widely praised aspects of this event has been its exceptional structure, standing out compared to typical women’s events:
- Day 1 featured 12 levels of 50 minutes each
- Day 2 now follows with 60-minute levels
- Deep starting stacks and measured blind progression allowed for thoughtful, strategic play
The result: real poker — respected, serious, and long overdue.
As one player noted:
“This is what it feels like when women are given a seat at the real table — not just an afterthought.”
Top of the Counts: Lisa S. Leads a Competitive Field
Lisa S. enters Day 2 with 357,000 chips, followed by Jacqueline B. (273,000) and Jamie Kerstetter (255,000). These women head up a strong field, with Marle C. (242,000), Krisha A., Caitlin C., and Cecile T. also holding powerful positions.
Familiar Faces Still in the Mix
This tournament showcases top talent and community leaders:
- Jamie Kerstetter – Pro, commentator, and inclusion advocate, entering Day 2 with a strong stack.
- Chris Read – former WPA Player of the Year, LIPS Champion, and Founder of Poker Queens — a brand dedicated to showcasing powerful women in the game.
- Ruth Hall – Pro, founding Board Member of Women’s Poker Association. Currently third in the WPA Player of the Year race
- Naomi Pazol – A longtime advocate for women in poker and Development Committee Member for Pocket Queens, Naomi returns with 28,000 chips and her signature resilience at the table.
- Starr Valdez – Published author and songwriter, known for her fearless play and creative leadership in women’s poker.
- Caitlin C., Christine D., Lucia M., and Laurie T. – All poised within striking distance of the final table.
A Defining Moment for Women’s Poker
This High Roller isn’t just another tournament — it’s a model for what women’s poker can be: competitive, visible, and equal. With its record-breaking field, live-streamed final table, and robust structure, it’s a landmark moment that speaks volumes about the potential of serious women’s events.
Where to Follow the Action
Live updates, bust-outs, and chip counts are available all day on Poker Atlas — just search “Venetian Poker Room” or follow the direct link:
The final table streams Tuesday, June 24, at noon PT, live via Venetian Poker Live on YouTube:
Be sure to subscribe to the Venetian Poker Live channel so you don’t miss the action and future women-led highlights.
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