On Saturday night, the Charity Series of Poker (CSOP) “All In For Impact”, which benefitted the Williams-Marshall Cares Leadership Program. The $250 buy-in event took place at Hattie Marie’s Texas BBQ – a new restaurant venue on S. Las Vegas Blvd– and players competed for a $5,000 cash prize pool plus more than $9,000 in donated prizes.
When the dust settled, Ethan “Rampage Poker” Yau was the last player standing and he added a CSOP trophy to his long list of accomplishments.
The charity event was hosted by Brandon Marshall, a former NFL linebacker and Las Vegas native who enjoyed an eight-year career and won Super Bowl 50 with the Denver Broncos.
Other attendees were Actor Peter Mackenzie, actress Katie Morgan, UFC fighters Antonio Trocoli and Mackenzie Dern, Jay Wasley of Ghost Adventures, and tattoo legend Joey Hamilton. Similarly, Joey Ingram, Mike Matusow, and Matt Stout were all in the house.
All net proceeds from the event benefitted Williams-Marshall Cares Leadership Program. The Williams-Marshall Cares Leadership Program envisions a future where youth are empowered to unleash their potential and equipped with the skills and inspiration to become positive role models and community leaders. Their mission is to inspire and prepare youth athletes and future leaders for a lifelong commitment to service, integrity, and community leadership.
Chip in For Autism
On Sunday, Nov. 10 the CSOP Event #75: “Chip In for Autism” will take place at the WorldView at World Market Center in Las Vegas. A silent auction and cocktail hour will take place starting at 4:30 p.m. PT followed by a $300 buy-in charity poker tournament at 6 p.m. There is over $5,000 in cash and $9,000 in donated prizes up for grabs.
The event will support Families for Effective Autism Treatment, Inc. (FEAT) and Sunshine Nevada Camps. Both organizations are dedicated to enriching the lives of children and young adults with autism.
Sunshine Nevada offers free summer camps—Camp I Am, Camp TLC, and Camp Shine—for ages 6-25, creating joyful experiences filled with singing, dancing, and social connections for over 20 years. FEAT, established in 1994, empowers families by advocating for early diagnosis and appropriate services for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in Southern Nevada.
Together, these organizations work towards a brighter, more inclusive future for individuals with autism and their families.
Poker for Patriots
Also taking place on Sunday, Nov. 10 is CSOP Event #74: “Poker for Patriots” at the Fair Barn in Pinehurst, North Carolina. The $300 buy-in tournament will support the Veteran Golfers Association (VGA) and the V Foundation! Both organizations enhance lives through community and support: the VGA fosters camaraderie among veterans and their families by hosting over 1,500 tournaments for its 20,000 members, while the V Foundation has awarded over $353 million in cancer research grants, ensuring 100% of donations go directly to top scientists.
Players will enjoy an open bar and gala dinner! Followed by an exciting turbo Texas Hold’em poker tournament for great prizes including a $10,000 WSOP Main Event Seat, alongside a silent auction supporting VGA & V Foundation!
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