Casino Arizona’s sixth annual Arizona State Poker Tournament is slated for August 13-16. This popular event expects to attract 900 men and women to the new state-of-the art poker room at Talking Stick Resort.
 
The action begins Friday, August 13, at 9 a.m. with 300 players per day and continues on through the weekend until the finalists are determined. The championship table starts at 11 a.m., Monday, August 16.
 
This year’s prize pool will be increased from $750,000 to a record $1 million, and Casino Arizona will add $100,000 to the prize pool if the tournament sells out. The new champion will take home $312,500, along with a championship ring and trophy. Second and third places will earn $156,000 and $75,000 respectively, along with a trophy.
 
Players can pay $1,000 to buy-in, along with a $50 service fee, or they can win a seat at the regular satellite and Sunday tournaments. Guests must be at least 21 years old to play. For more information about the Arizona State Poker Tournament and Casino Arizona at Talking Stick’s other tournaments, visit www.casinoarizona.com or call (480) 850-8693.