Sam Trickett

Sam Trickett, a British poker player born on July 2nd, 1986, currently resides in Nottingham, England. Known for his exceptional career in poker, Trickett earned the European Poker Awards Player of the Year title in 2011 and has served as a prominent brand ambassador for PartyPoker. 

He has amassed live earnings of $21,782,557. A defining moment occurred on July 1st, 2012, during the 43rd World Series of Poker (WSOP) in Las Vegas, United States, when he clinched 2nd place in the prestigious $1,000,000 The Big One for One Drop event, earning a staggering $10,112,001 in prize money.

Sam Trickett: Early Life

As a teenager, he pursued a career as a professional football player. However, in 2005, an injury abruptly ended his football aspirations and prompted him to search for a new path. During this time, Trickett discovered poker.

He began honing his skills at local casinos and quickly transitioned to online poker, starting out from humble beginnings in $10 Sit ‘n’ Go tournaments. Using his online alias “Tricky,” Trickett steadily climbed the ranks. His calm and composed demeanor at the poker table earned him a reputation for being difficult to read, which served him well in his poker career.

Sam Trickett: Reflections on Family and Return to Poker

In 2020, Sam Trickett and his wife Meike Dockley welcomed their first child, Bodhi Blu, into the world. The arrival of their son prompted Trickett to reflect on his poker career. Despite achieving the peak of his poker success, he found himself torn between continuing to pursue his career or devoting more time to his newfound role as a parent. Trickett shared the news of Bodhi Blu’s birth with his followers on X, signaling a shift in priorities and perspective.

Fast forward to 2023, the Dusk Till Dawn Poker Club launched its Friday Night Poker show with a special Christmas edition featuring Sam Trickett. Known as a legend in the world of poker, Trickett’s return to the felt sparked high anticipation after a hiatus from actively making waves in the poker scene. His appearance on the show stirred excitement and nostalgia among fans and players alike, showcasing his enduring influence and skill in the game.

Sam Trickett: Poker Achievements

His first recorded tournament occured on May 10th, 2007, during the Great British Poker Tour in Nottingham, England, where he claimed 1st position in the £110 No Limit Hold’em event, winning $7,193.

Subsequently, on June 26th, 2008, at the 39th World Series of Poker (WSOP) in Las Vegas, United States, he secured 4th place in the $5,000 No Limit Hold’em event, taking home $245,927.

Moreover, August 7th, 2008, marked another victory for Trickett during the Grosvenor UK Poker Tour (GUKPT) Luton Leg 6 in Luton, England, where he triumphed in the £1,060 No Limit Hold’em Main Event, earning $215,178.

Career Milestones and Victories

Following that, on June 8th, 2010, he clinched 2nd position in the $5,000 No Limit Hold’em event at the 41st World Series of Poker (WSOP) in Las Vegas, winning $505,725.

Additionally, on January 22nd, 2011, he dominated the A$100,500 No Limit Hold’em event at the 2011 Aussie Millions Poker Championship in Melbourne, Australia, securing 1st place and $1,508,258.

Furthermore, his success continued at the 2013 Aussie Millions Poker Championship on February 1st, 2013, where he emerged victorious in the A$250,000 No Limit Hold’em – $250,000 Challenge event, taking home $2,111,397.

Most recently, on September 6th, 2020, during the WSOP Online 2020 at GGPoker, he finished 27th in the $10,000 No Limit Hold’em – WSOP Super MILLION$ (Event #83), earning $33,973.