Brian Hastings

Brian Hastings is an American poker player who has won an impressive six WSOP bracelets. He has over $5,372,000 in live tournament earnings. Known for his track record, Brian also shares his expertise as a poker coach at RunItOnce which is an online training site. He is a professional poker player who often participates in both live and online cash tournaments. Brian Hastings has also made numerous appearances on Poker After Dark.

Brian Hastings: Early Life

Brian Hastings grew up in a family where higher education and traditional careers were the norm, with his father as an engineer and his mother as a college professor. He was introduced to poker during the 2003 Moneymaker boom, starting off casually but quickly catching the competitive bug. His sharp mind and drive to improve helped him navigate the ups and downs of poker, turning him from a break-even player into a skilled winner.

Brian joined CardRunners early on, but his connection with the site was more than just business; he built lasting friendships with Caby and Wiggins, who were key mentors in his poker journey. By 2022, at 33, Brian celebrated a major milestone by winning his sixth World Series of Poker bracelet in the $10,000 deuce-to-seven triple draw lowball event, further solidifying his impressive poker career.

Brian Hastings: Poker Journey on Poker After Dark

Brian debuted on April 13th, 2011, in PAD Season 7 Episode. He dropped a staggering $10,900 after sitting down with Phil Ivey, Patrik Antonius, and others. They played a $300/600 +$500BBA No Limit Hold ’em game.

He then returned to the tables on April 14th, 2011, for PAD Season 7 Episode 4. Brian played in another $300/600 +$500BBA No Limit Hold ’em game alongside Tom Dwan, and others. He accrued his best live cash of $16,000.

He then incurred his biggest loss on April 18th, 2011, in PAD Season 7 Episode 6. Brain was seated with Jared Bleznick, Brandon Adams, and others. They played another $300/600 +$500BBA No Limit Hold ’em game where he lost $17,900.

Brian’s most recent appearance was on April 22nd. 201, during PAD Season 7 Episode 10. He competed in a $300/600 +$500BBA No Limit Hold ’em game against Phil Galford, and others. He ended the night down $5,400.

Brian Hastings: Live Tournament Participation

Brian Hastings recorded his first live cash in September 2008. He participated in a $ 300 + 40 No Limit Hold’em at the 2008 Mid-South Poker Open, Robinsonville. He finished in 3rd place and pocketed $2,689.

In June 2012, Brian achieved his best live cash at the 43rd World Series of Poker, Las Vegas. He took part in a WSOP $ 10,000 No Limit Hold’em – Heads-Up, where he finished in 1st place and won a massive $371,498

His most recent live tournament participation was in July 2024. He competed in a WSOP  $ 1,500 No Limit Hold’em – The Closer at the 55th World Series of Poker, Las Vegas. Brian finished in 232nd place and took home $3,520.

Conclusion

Brian Hastings’ remarkable poker career, marked by six WSOP bracelets and over $5.3 million in live tournament earnings, underscores his exceptional skill and dedication. Beyond his tournament success, he shares his deep knowledge as a coach at RunItOnce, helping others elevate their game. Regularly participating in both live and online cash games, Hastings remains a prominent and influential figure in the poker world.