UltimateBet's Phil Hellmuth to Host Charity Event in Honor of Fallen Officers
November 16, 2008 -- UltimateBet today announced the sponsorship of a charity Texas Hold'em tournament to benefit the TASER Foundation for Fallen Officers, an organization dedicated to providing financial support to the families of local, state/provincial, and federal law enforcement officials in the US and Canada who were lost in the line of duty.Hold'em for Heroes is a two-day charity event set to get underway on November 21st at Fort McDowell Casino in Arizona. UltimateBet pro and 11-time World Series of Poker bracelet winner Phil Hellmuth is slated to host the event in support of The TASER Foundation for Fallen Officers.
In addition to donating a variety of sought-after poker prizes for the final table players, the online poker site is also sending a few of their top local players to the play in the event for free.
About the TASER Foundation for Fallen Officers: The TASER Foundation for Fallen Officers is a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization. It was established in November 2004 with the mission to honor the service and sacrifice of local, state/provincial, and federal law enforcement officers in the United States and Canada lost in the line of duty by providing financial support to their families. It is the only organization that provides direct financial benefits to families of fallen officers from federal, state/province, county, and local law enforcement organizations in the United States and Canada.
UltimateBet Star Player Finishes Strong in Major WPT Poker Tournament
October 31, 2008 - If you thought the successes of UltimateBet's Star Players team were restricted to the virtual tables, think again. Members of the world's most respected online poker team are cleaning up on the land-based poker circuit, with the most recent win coming out of Las Vegas at the hands of Adam "Roothlus" Levy.
He joined UltimateBet's Star Players team in mid-October. Spots on the team of high-profile online poker players are reserved for those with an undisputed high level of skill, lots of integrity, and great respect from the online poker community.
In addition to Levy, the team of the industry's most revered online players includes Cliff "JohnnyBax" Josephy, James "P0KERPR033" Campbell, Tiffany Michelle, Tracy Scala, and "Hollywood" Dave Stann.
UltimateBet to Give Away Mercedes-Benz ML 350 through Ultimate Auctions Website
October 28, 2008 - Taking a seat at the poker tables has always had its rewards. But parking your chips at UltimateBet may just put you behind the wheel of a luxury SUV. Leading online poker site UltimateBet today added a Mercedes-Benz ML 350 to its Ultimate Auctions website and invited players to turn their UltimatePoints into the finest in German automotive engineering.
The auction site works much like eBay. However, instead of cash, online poker players use the UltimatePoints they accumulate playing online poker to outbid their fellow UB players on some of the most sought-after auction items.
The 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML 350 boasts an array of standard luxury features including: 5-Speed Touch Shift Transmission; Front, Side and Curtain Airbags; Adjustable Steering Column; Anti-Theft System; Keyless Entry System; Anti Lock Brakes (ABS); Electronic Stability Program (ESP); Pro-Safe Integrated Safety Concept; Electronic Sun Roof; Mercedes Benz CD Sound System; Fold Down Rear Seats; and more.
Online poker players who don't yet have enough UltimatePoints to top the current bid don't have to worry. The auction for the Mercedes-Benz ML 350 ends on September 19th, 2009, giving Texas Hold'em fans plenty of time to accumulate enough UltimatePoints.
UltimateBet's P0ker H0 to Host New Online Poker Radio Show
October 27, 2008 - Online poker pro Mark "P0ker H0" Kroon, famous for making waves at UltimateBet's tables, is taking his game to the airwaves. The Online Team UB pro is gearing up to co-host a new weekly radio show.
The Krazy H0 Show, starring P0ker H0 and respected online poker player Krazy Kanuck, is the latest addition to Rounder's Radio's lineup of programming dedicated to poker. However, unlike other poker-themed shows that tend to focus on the bricks-and-mortar games, The Krazy H0 Show will be primarily focused on poker's online scene, including poker tournaments, promotions and more.
UltimateBet is no stranger to being the center of attention in the broadcast world. The poker site has already wrapped up the filming of Best Damn Poker World, an online poker reality series set to air on national television. Though The Krazy H0 Show isn't affiliated with UltimateBet, the online poker site is sure to be a major topic of discussion.
While no official schedule has been announced, several members of Team UB--which includes Phil Hellmuth and Annie Duke--and UltimateBet's Star Players team are scheduled to appear on air with P0ker H0 in the coming weeks.
The Krazy H0 Show airs every Sunday at 8pm ET, just in time to capture the live table action in UltimateBet's signature $200,000 Guaranteed Texas Hold'em tournament, which kicks off at 5:30pm ET.
UltimateBet Strengthens Star Players Team With Addition of Tracy Scala
August 28, 2008 - UltimateBet announced the addition of acclaimed online poker player Tracy Scala to its newly formed Star Players Team.
"With unmatched integrity, consistent wins under his belt and an undisputed high level of skill, Tracy Scala represents everything a Star Player should be," stated Annie Duke, UltimateBet's Cardroom Consultant.
Tracy Scala finished in first place on season one of Best Damn Poker Show, a nationally televised poker reality series starring Phil Hellmuth and Annie Duke. Other major land-based wins include a $32,000 finish at this year's World Series of Poker and a 7th place finish at a recent WPT event worth nearly $200,000.
The online poker pro joins three of the industry's most revered online players— Cliff "JohnnyBax" Josephy, James "P0KERPR033" Campbell and Tiffany Michelle—on UltimateBet's roster of high caliber players. All four players are headed to Aruba this September for the 2008 Aruba Poker Classic.He can be found playing online poker at UltimateBet under the name FATCATS.
Battle for WWE Unforgiven Prize Package Heats Up at UltimateBet.net
August 8, 2008 - If the online poker tables at UltimateBet seem a little more intense this month, you're not imagining things. UltimateBet.net today announced the launch of free WWE Unforgiven online qualifiers where Texas Hold'em fans can battle their way to WWE Unforgiven this September by winning a series of online poker tournaments.
Players are invited to sign up for a free UltimateBet.net account and enter a free qualifier, running daily for residents of Canada, to make their way to the final event.
As the official sponsor of WWE Unforgiven in Canada, UltimateBet.net is continuing its strong history of awarding players with trips to WWE events. On March 2nd, the online poker site gave away an all-inclusive trip for two to WWE Wrestlemania XXIV in Orlando through a similar online poker contest.
Qualifiers are now live at UltimateBet.net and run until Saturday, August 23rd. The WWE Unforgiven promotion is only open to residents of Canada, excluding Quebec, who are 18 years of age and older. WWE Unforgiven takes place on September 7, 2008. Full details on UltimateBet.net's free WWE Unforgiven qualifiers are available at UltimateBet.net.
The strongest online poker community is about to get CEREUS
July 26, 2008- UltimateBet is introducing an enhanced gaming experience for all our players. We're joining one of the industry's biggest and most exciting poker networks, CEREUS which will offer more of what players want - new features, more action, and ultimate rewards.
CEREUS is the result of more than 12 months innovation and development. What does it mean for UB players? As part of the network, UltimateBet will retain all the unique assets that create the ultimate poker experience, but we will share more players, more action, more tournaments, and add incredible new features.
Look for more details coming soon. We're about to get bigger and better.
UltimateBet's Star Players Team Turns to Hollywood for Newest Recruit
July 29, 2008 - UltimateBet is adding some Hollywood star power to its already impressive lineup of poker pros. The online poker room today announced the addition of actress-turned-poker player Tiffany Michelle to its Star Players Team.
"From Hollywood to Vegas, Tiffany Michelle is a rising star in so many extraordinary ways," stated Annie Duke, UltimateBet's Cardroom Consultant. "We're thrilled to be able to bring such a talented force on board."
This 24-year-old actress and singer/songwriter has quickly become one of poker's most recognizable female pros - and it's no wonder why. The cameras were rolling at this year's World Series of Poker when Tiffany Michelle, the last female player left standing in the Main Event, outperformed her way to an impressive 17th place finish, beating the largest field to date by a woman. The Hollywood actress walked away with $334,534 in cash and was sporting UltimateBet gear as part of the online poker site's much-talked-about UB Army program. Tiffany has worked with some of the biggest names in Hollywood, appearing in a variety of popular films and several celebrated American television series including ER and Nip/Tuck. Tiffany turned to the game of poker to supplement her acting income between film and television projects and began playing poker tournaments online at UltimateBet to hone her game, quickly discovering additional success at land-based tournaments and in cash games. In virtually no time at all, Tiffany went from gaining roles on the audition circuit to gaining respect at the poker tables.
Tiffany Michelle joins two of poker's most revered online players: Cliff "JohnnyBax" Josephy and James "POKERPRO33" Campbell on UltimateBet's roster of high caliber players. She can be found playing online poker at UltimateBet under the name Tiffany M and will be featured in a variety of future promotions on the site. Online poker players can employ UltimateBet's free UltimateBuddy software to discover where Tiffany M is seated and instantly join her at the tables.
Poker Rocks: Anthrax guitarist Scott Ian joins Online Team UB
Scott Ian is trading his guitar chips for poker chips. UltimateBet.net is thrilled to welcome Ian as its newest member of Online Team UB.The anthrax guitarist's poker career began - and took off - after he won VH1's Rock Stars of Poker tournament and secured a trip to Aruba to play in the 2007 Aruba Poker Classic, UltimateBet.net's signature land-based poker tournament.
It was while spending a week with 11-time World Series of Poker bracelet winner Phil Hellmuth and world poker champion Annie Duke in Aruba that Ian was able to elevate his skill to a professional level.
According to Ian, he's received the equivalent of 10 years of poker lessons from UltimateBet.net's online pros in less than a year. Today, he joins the likes of P0ker H0, Debo34, and Shawn Rice as an UltimateBet.net online poker professional.
Look for Scott Ian at UltimateBet.net's free poker tables.
Phil Hellmuth Calls on Mobile Users for Heads-Up Online Poker Match on UltimateBet.net
Miami, FL (PRWeb) June 27, 2008 - Using your mobile phone could land you a $2,500 windfall. UltimateBet.net pro Phil Hellmuth today announced a new promotion where online poker fans can win thousands in cash plus a chance to play heads-up against the 11-time WSOP* bracelet winner.To participate in the contest, poker fans are invited to download Texas Hold'em with Phil Hellmuth to their mobile phones and play poker against other fans of the game. Participants in the contest will receive one sweepstakes entry for registering and an additional entry for every virtual dollar earned on the leaderboard competition.
At the end of the contest period, a name will be drawn at random. That player will be awarded $2,500 and will secure a spot at an UltimateBet.net table to play heads-up poker against Phil Hellmuth.
Texas Hold'em with Phil Hellmuth is a best selling mobile poker game designed exclusively for mobile phones. The latest version of the game by Oasys Mobile brings to the table realistic 3D graphics and a feature that allows Texas Hold'em players to create their own custom avatars. Fans of the game can also search for their friends and chat with players at a table, bringing the game even closer to a real world experience.
Phil Hellmuth's popular mobile poker software game is available on AT&T, Verizon, Alltel, Sprint, T-Mobile, Midwest Wireless, Western Wireless, Bell Mobility, Telus Mobility, Telstra and nTelos networks.
