s17 G4: Ugly Sweater Christmas Holiday Poker Party

 

Ugly Sweaters, Big Hands, and a Night to Remember

Annual Christmas Ugly Sweater Poker Game Recap

Our annual Christmas Ugly Sweater Poker Night once again delivered everything we’ve come to expect from this tradition: questionable fashion choices, big hands, and plenty of league action.Everyone showed up dressed in their absolute worst holiday attire — the uglier, the better — setting the perfect festive (and slightly embarrassing) tone for the night.

Subs & a Monster Hand

Matt Lopresti, who had been subbed out for a few months, made a return appearance. Not only did Matt show up, he made it count, smashing the high hand of the night with quad 9s, ace kicker. Vinny subbed in for Ray C and made the most of his opportunity, putting together a deep run and finishing third place on the night. Vinny thanks for the lottery ticket gift! Another strong showing from a sub that definitely shook up the points conversation.

The lottery winner for the night was Brian Horn, adding a little extra holiday cheer to an already fun evening.

Foster Takes Control of the League

When the cards finally settled, it was Foster standing tall. He battled Samero heads-up and secured his second nightly win of the season, a victory that now gives him a commanding lead in league points. With only so many games left, the rest of the league now has a clear target on Foster’s back.

Ugly Sweaters on Full Display

If you missed the fashion disasters (or just want to relive them), the video of the ugly sweaters can be seen below. 

Remembering Pierre Avedissian

The night also carried a somber note. Former league member Pierre Avedissian has passed away. Pierre will always be remembered for his incredible sense of humor and the unforgettable stories he shared from growing up in Occupied France to moments at the poker table.

Pierre also still holds the league record for most wins in a single season with three, a mark that remains untouched to this day. He will always be part of this league’s history and will be deeply missed by everyone who had the pleasure of playing alongside him.

NEXT GAME: MONDAY JAN 19 - 715PM - Hoagies House

S16 game 4: A Festive First: Ugly Sweater Poker Night! 🎅🃏

This month, we celebrated the holiday season in style with our first-ever Christmas Ugly Sweater Poker Game! The atmosphere was buzzing with festive energy, as the table was surrounded by players donning their most colorful and creative holiday sweaters. The aroma of homemade chili simmering on the stove added to the cozy vibe.

🎄 Check out all the colorful Christmas sweaters from this month’s game in our highlight reel: Ugly Sweater Poker Night Video. 

Only one sub in attendance—Tina’s husband, Dan, unfortunately Dan couldn’t find his footing and made an early exit. In true holiday spirit, Samero played the role of Santa, surprising everyone with lottery tickets as early gifts. 🎁 Joe Shinn stepped up his game after a disappointing Halloween attire showing.

Rick continued his incredible streak, making his fourth consecutive final table this season. Meanwhile, Pierre had his sights set on poker league history, hoping to secure his third win in a row, but the cards didn’t fall in his favor at the final table. Pete L has done a complete 180 this season, but can he hold onto the run and finish strong this year. 

Throughout the night, much of the conversation turned to the ongoing drone situation in New Jersey, adding an unexpected twist to the evening’s chatter.

When the dust settled, it came down to a heated heads-up battle between Hoagie and Matt L. Hoagie emerged victorious, taking home the win and further solidifying his commanding lead in the league standings. Pierre remains a close second, keeping the race exciting as we head into the new year.

The night wasn’t over without some extra luck for Roger, who won the lottery bonus! 🍀 

Don’t Miss the Next Game!
Our next game is on January 6 at 7:15 PM, —our first-ever Big Blind Ante game. 

For anyone looking for the perfect poker-themed Christmas gift for a friend or family member, one of our subs, Frank DiRe one of our league subs, has put together a fantastic list of ideas. Check it out here: The Best Gifts for Poker Players.

Happy Holidays, and see you at the tables in January! 🎅♠️