ARIZONA -- As reported by the Arizona Central: "Casino Arizona named a new State Poker Champion Aug. 19at the culmination of the third annual Arizona State Poker event. After two days of intense play, Andreas Foulias of Gilbert took home the title of State Champion. As the new champion, Foulias wins a pot of $250,000 cash as well as a championship ring and trophy.
"...Foulias, 53, who considers poker to be his profession, earned his new identity as State Champion by competing among more than 450 players of all skill levels, at the No Limit Texas Hold 'Em Tournament.
"...'The Casino Arizona State Championship was a huge success and has, in just three years, become a favorite event for poker lovers,' said Kent Odekirk, poker director for Casino Arizona..."