East Durham Poker Card Room

April 2025 Membership Draw

Local Poker Ace Wayne Jones Strikes Gold Again at East Durham Poker

For the second time in 2025, local poker enthusiast Wayne Jones has triumphed in the East Durham Poker monthly members` draw. The lucky win for April sees Jones scoop the coveted random prize: an entire month of rake-free cash game play at the popular East Durham venue.

Jones, a regular face at the Surtees Road club, was ecstatic upon hearing the news. The timing of his win couldn`t be better, as it coincides perfectly with the lead-up to the East Durham Poker Cash League Final, scheduled for Thursday, April 24th, 2025.

"It`s brilliant!" exclaimed a delighted Jones. "Winning the no-rake for April is fantastic in itself, but knowing it comes just before the Cash League Final gives me a real incentive to get some extra hands in. Hopefully, this will give me the edge I need to qualify."

The East Durham Poker Cash League has been running throughout the first season of 2025, with players accumulating points based on their cash game attendance. Players with 30+ points will battle it out in the final for the accumulated prize pool.

According to recent news from East Durham Poker, Wayne Jones has also qualified for the highly anticipated Tournament League Final, which is now scheduled for Monday, April 28th, 2025. He secured his spot due to a greater number of first-place finishes throughout the season against Kevin Jones.

This stroke of luck with the monthly draw provides Jones with a golden opportunity to hone his skills and build his bankroll without the usual deductions. Whether this rake-free period will translate into a seat at the Cash League Final remains to be seen, but one thing is for sure: Wayne Jones will be heading to the tables in April with a renewed sense of optimism and a distinct advantage.

The East Durham Poker Card Room continues to be a thriving hub for poker players in the region, offering cash games and regular tournaments, including the popular monthly members` draw.

With Season 2 is set to kick off in May 2025, offering another chance for local players to compete for glory.