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Talking Stick Resort will host the 15th annual Arizona State Poker Championship Friday, Aug. 9 through Aug. 13. The Valley’s largest tournament of the year is expected to draw more than 1,000 participants, ranging from novice to professional, each playing for the estimated $1.5 million prize pool.

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“Not only is The ARENA Poker Room the largest poker room in the Valley, it is also one of the busiest. We maintain a full roster of games and tournaments, but by far the Arizona State Poker Championship is the most exciting,” said Tom Young, director of poker at Talking Stick Resort. “The sheer number of players and the energy they bring to the room is unlike any other tournament we host.”

The highly anticipated five-day tournament will kick off at 9 a.m. each day in The ARENA Poker Room with the semi-finals on Monday, Aug. 12. To enter the tournament, players will pay a $1,100 buy-in giving them $16,000 in tournament chips to start. However, those who wish start with more will have the opportunity to purchase an additional $10,000 in bonus chips for $30. Players who make it to day five will return at 10 a.m. and play until a new champion is crowned taking home the 2019 Arizona State Poker Champion title.

The winner will take home $159,500, Rolex and a trophy, while second and third place will receive trophies and $119,350 and $88,000, respectively. Large prize pools draw large crowds so for the first time, Talking Stick Resort has partnered with Bravo Poker Live, to make registering for the event faster, secure and easier than ever before. Bravo Poker Live is the world’s most convenient and secure poker event registration portal on the web, and for the first time, players can utilize this tool to get in on the competition. The newly online registration process is available now by going to BravoPokerLive.com, or guests may register by signing up at the cashier in The ARENA Poker Room.

Further, players in the championship who would like to enhance their tournament experience can reserve a room at Talking Stick Resort for the special tournament rate of $89 plus a $25 service fee. For more details about the 15th annual Arizona State Poker Championship, visit www.TalkingStickResort.com or call (480) 850-7734.

All participants must submit their buy-in during the signup process. Must be 21 or older to participate.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

TALKING STICK RESORT TO OFFER SPECIAL FALL RATES THROUGHOUT OCTOBER

SALT RIVER PIMA-MARICOPA INDIAN COMMUNITY, Ariz. (Sept. 28, 2020) – Dazzling slot machines, scrumptious bites, blissful amenities and cozy hotel accommodations all for one special price with Talking Stick Resort’s Fall In Style rates. Beginning Oct. 1, guests can celebrate the arrival of cooler temps with unheard of fall rates. From Sunday through Thursday rates start at $139 and $169 on Fridays and Saturdays, guest must mention “Fall In Style” to take advantage of the special.

While on property, guests can relax, recharge and have fun. Starting at the casino, guests can play the endless slots, keno and poker on the hotel gaming floor. All the action is certain to build up an appetite and Talking Stick Resort has three restaurants open to satiate guest cravings, including Black Fig and Ocean Trail for grab and go and Blue Coyote Café, which recently reopened at limited capacity. Afterward, guests can lounge by one of the resort’s three pools.

Guests taking advantage of Talking Stick Resort’s fall rates will have peace of mind knowing the resort has implemented a number of health and safety measures. Masks are currently required on property, plexiglass dividers have been installed throughout the gaming floor and poker room and the resort has been reconfigured to allow for social distancing.

For more information on the fall rates and a comprehensive list of safety measures, please visit talkingstickresort.com.

What:

Fall In Style Hotel Package

When:

Oct. 1 - Oct. 31, 2020

Fall in Style:

Hotel Rates from $139 Sun-Thu, $169 Fri-Sat

Poker

No resort fee with AZ ID

Must Mention “Fall In Style” at the time of reservation

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Talking Stick Resort (TSR) is a AAA Four Diamond Rated Resort and a central landmark within the emerging Talking Stick Cultural and Entertainment Destination (TSCED). Located in Scottsdale, Ariz., just east of the Loop 101 on Talking Stick Way, TSR is locally owned and caringly operated by the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community. The property offers culturally rich experiences and luxury accommodations throughout its 496 deluxe rooms, nearly 300,000 sq. ft. casino, 11 restaurants and lounges, world-class spa, 650-seat showroom, 25,000 sq. ft. grand ballroom, thriving cultural center and more than 113,000 sq. ft. of indoor and outdoor meeting space.

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