Poker News

Women poker players to enjoy more coverage

2007-08-09 11:52:44

Ladies International Poker Series (Lips) and Card Player Media have teamed up in order to bring poker coverage to female poker players across the US.

The coverage includes a poker section for women, featuring female tournament reporting, profiles, schedules and articles.

Among the featured writers are the likes of Jan Fisher, Pam Brunson, Linda Johnson, Lisa Wheeler, Cecelia Reyes and, of course, Annie Duke.

Lupe Soto, founder of Lips, said: "Being able to provide women poker players these new services and opportunities is a huge progression in women's poker.

"This will help us expand our reach to women who play women's only events and secure a ranking for them."

As part of the deal, Card Player Media will introduce new programs aimed specifically at women, including a worldwide women's player ranking system and a forum section.

Last month, two women won Everest Poker's Japan Cup qualifying events.

In a statement, the gambling firm said: "We were aware that the popularity of poker among Japanese women was growing, but having two of the winners so far be female is a testament to their skill."