PokerStars has strengthened its pro team by bringing on board two well-known American players, Jason Koon and Caitlin Comeskey.
Koon and Comeskey Join PokerStars to Enhance North American Reach
This move aims to grow its reach in North America and other regions. The company shared this news at a press event in Las Vegas, which happened at the same time as the North American Poker Tour (NAPT) event at Resorts World.
Jason Koon, a big name in poker, holds the fourth spot on the list of all-time tournament earnings, with over $58 million in career winnings. His steady success in high-stakes tournaments and cash games has made him one of the toughest players worldwide. Looking back on his career, Koon said:
“I started my poker journey playing at PokerStars and it has always had a special place in my heart. I am looking forward to bringing the PokerStars experience to players here in the US and across the world.”
Caitlin Comeskey, a key figure in poker media, joins PokerStars after gaining recognition for her unique mix of humor and insight. Comeskey, who took home the Best Short Form Content Creator award at the 2023 Global Poker Awards, co-hosts the AceHoles podcast and has built a reputation for her witty, entertaining takes on poker culture. Comeskey emphasized her belief that fun plays a crucial role in keeping the poker community alive and expressed her enthusiasm to add to PokerStars’ goal of creating engaging poker content.
PokerStars Leads the Charge with Bold Partnerships and Engaging Content
Steve Preiss, who heads PokerStars’ operations in North America, highlighted the company’s continuous work to boost its image by partnering with relatable strong personalities. He pointed out that Koon and Comeskey do not just bring know-how and trustworthiness, but also add a touch of enjoyment and genuineness. This approach lines up with PokerStars’ aim to breathe new life into its worldwide appeal and cement its position as a top player in poker entertainment.
The recent signings highlight a time of expansion and fresh activity in the US online poker world. The NAPT‘s comeback to Las Vegas adds to this trend, with Resorts World acting as a center for big-name tournaments and the shooting of PokerStars’ next season of The Big Game on Tour. The show, which showcases a roster of famous and expert players including Phil Hellmuth, Jennifer Tilly, and sports stars like Rob Gronkowski, tries to bring more eyes to the brand.
With Koon’s impressive record and Comeskey’s growing popularity in content creation, PokerStars bolsters its ambassador lineup. The pair joins other American team members adding variety to the platform’s group of representatives and broadening its reach across poker circuits. These changes happen alongside other significant shifts in the online poker scene.
Companies like BetMGM Poker and BetRivers are growing shared player pools, and the World Poker Tour is getting ready to launch ClubWPT Gold hoping to draw in fans from states without regulated online poker.
