Photo Release -- HPT Family to Celebrate Landmark 200th Episode
July 20 2012 - 8:00AM
Heartland Poker Tour, the nationally-syndicated poker show produced
out of Fargo, North Dakota, is set to film its 200th episode on
Monday, July 30 at
Route 66 Casino in
Albuquerque, NM. A $250,000 prize pool guarantee in the
Main Event will ensure the landmark episode is action-packed. Poker
pro Greg "Fossilman" Raymer will lend some star power to the event.
A photo accompanying this release is available at
http://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/prs/?pkgid=13707
"Our event in New Mexico is especially meaningful for all of us
in the HPT family," said Jen Mastrud, newly promoted HPT Director
of Operations. "The HPT team has dedicated several years to
producing and perfecting the very best poker tour and TV program.
Our 200th episode is more exciting than ever."
The highly experienced HPT team led by Mastrud includes
commentator Fred Bevill, promoted to Director of Media Productions
and Executive Producer; his original on-air partner Chris Hanson,
long-time Tour Manager Dave Quenette; and On-Air Floor Director
Jaymz Larson. Additionally, the entire HPT technical crew continues
to crisscross the country together to capture the action for
broadcast.
"We have 104 televised events under our belts," said Bevill,
"we're looking forward to crowning at least 104 more champions."
Founded in 2005, HPT carved a niche in the industry by offering
casual players a shot at life-changing money with the glory of
national TV. To date, HPT has awarded more than $35
million.
Pinnacle Entertainment, Inc. recently acquired Federated Sports
& Gaming and Federated Heartland – parent companies of the
Heartland Poker Tour. "We are excited to welcome the skilled HPT
team to the Pinnacle family and lend our support to enhancing an
already popular and established brand," said Ginny Shanks,
Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer for Pinnacle
Entertainment.
Raymer, a fan favorite, will be in Albuquerque to play the
landmark event at Route 66. In 2004, the patent attorney made a
name for himself in poker when he won the World Series of Poker
Main Event. The following year, Raymer finished 25th in the WSOP
Main Event, securing his status as a poker legend. His
two-year accomplishment ranks as one of most impressive
performances in WSOP history.
Qualifying events are underway at Route 66 Casino for as little
as $65. The two-day Main Event, with a $250,000 prize pool
guarantee, will kick off on Friday, July 27. Play will
continue until a champion is crowned on camera Monday, July 30.
During filming of the 200th episode, seats are available in the
live audience on a first-come, first-served basis. For tournament
information, please visit HPTpoker.com.
For station and broadcast information, visit
HPTpoker.com.
About HPT
Founded in 2005, HPT is built on a grass-roots philosophy of
"Real People, Unreal Money". HPT is currently filming Season 8
and is available in over 100 million homes throughout the
United States each week. For more information and a complete
schedule of upcoming events, visit
www.HPTPoker.com.
The Heartland Poker Tour logo is available at
http://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/prs/?pkgid=13706
This photo is also available via AP PhotoExpress.
CONTACT: For further information or to schedule a media interview
Jennifer Mastrud
Director of Operations
HPT - Heartland Poker Tour
Mobile: (701) 793-0380
Email: jen@HPTpoker.com
Twitter: http://twitter.com/HPTJen
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