Ashley Adams - Poker Player

Biography

Ashley Adams is a veteran poker player, author, and radio host. With over 50 years of poker experience, he has played in all 50 U.S. states. He has authored several poker strategy books and hosted the long-running House of Cards radio show.

Background

Ashley Adams was born in the early 1950s. When he was 13, he learned poker from his grandfather. He was a union organiser/negotiator, representing broadcasters, healthcare workers, and teachers.

Ashley Adams' Poker Career

Ashley started playing serious casino poker in 1993 at Foxwoods Resort Casino. He played 7-Card Stud and No‑Limit Hold’em and won tournaments in Connecticut, Massachusetts, California, and Nevada.

The 50‑State Poker Quest

In 2005, Adams had already played in over half of the U.S. states and embarked on a quest to play poker in all 50 states. He travelled to states with legal card rooms. He even found games in states where gambling is heavily restricted or illegal, like Hawaii, Idaho, B&B attached casinos in Alaska, and even a Quonset-hut games in rural Alabama.

He finished his poker quest in 2015, where he played in Oregon’s Wildhorse Resort & Casino. He lost $30; however, the achievement was priceless.

Author & Educator

Ashley Adams has penned over 1,000 articles for top poker outlets, such as  Card Player, Poker Player, and Live Action Poker. He has published several books, including Winning 7‑Card Stud, Winning No‑Limit Hold’em, and Winning Poker in 30 Minutes a Day.

He also hosted the poker radio show House of Cards since 2017, one of the longest-running radio shows. He also coaches via private lessons and group lectures to share strategic insights.

Ashley Adams Net Worth

Ashley Adams has a total live earnnings of $6,125.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many bracelets has Ashley Adams won?

Ashley Adams has not won a World Series of Poker (WSOP) bracelet.