Akwesasne – The World Series of Poker held annually in Las Vegas will have two representatives this year from the Akwesasne Mohawk Casino Resort. “Each year this tournament grows stronger and we are just waiting for the next WSOP winner to be from our property”, stated Bryan Garrow, Poker Room Manager.

Each Akwesasne Mohawk Casino Resort Poker qualifier will be flown to Las Vegas for the WSOP tournament, which will be held between July 7 and July 16, 2013.  The prize offered by the Akwesasne Mohawk Casino Resort is valued at $15,000 and will include the entry fee for this exclusive event.

Two dates have been determined to host the qualifiers at the Poker Room inside the Akwesasne Mohawk Casino Resort.  They are March 30 and June 15, 2013 starting at 2 p.m.  The entry for each qualifier is $330 US funds. “It’s truly exciting for the entire property knowing that these qualifiers could ultimately lead to one of locals possibly winning a gold bracelet,” stated Mr. Garrow.