James Schaaf

James Schaaf

  • Name: James Schaaf
  • Current Residence: Torrance, Calif.

A software engineer by day and tournament player by night, James Schaaf had his share of ups and downs before dominating the 803-player field at the 2008 $1,500 H.O.R.S.E. event.

Early in Day 1, the Torrance, Calif., resident knocked Todd Brunson out of the event, only to see his stack diminished to 200 chips later in the day. He rebounded and rebuilt his stack despite going all-in several times, but the critical juncture in his tournament...

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Trivia

  • Won the $1,500 H.O.R.S.E. tournament at the 2008 WSOP for $250k
  • Had never cashed in a WSOP event prior to his bracelet win
  • Plays regularly at the Hustler Casino in Gardena, Calif.
  • Works for Alpine Electronics, which specializes in the design and manufacturing of automobile navigation systems

Recent Tournament Placings

Tournament Place Winnings
2008 WSOP, Event 51, H.O.R.S.E. 1st $256,412

Player Statistics

Cashes1
Total Winnings$256,412
First Place Finishes1
WSOP Bracelets1

James Schaaf Videos

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Smyth and Shaaf Champs - 2008 WSOP
Smyth and Shaaf Champs - 2008 WSOP

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James Schaaf

James Schaaf