Auckland Aces Poker: Player of the Year

2012 – Rhian Yates; 2013 – Robert Cairns; 2014 – Tony Walton; 2015 – Francis Nglam; 2016 – Rhian Yates; 2017 – Ben Clifford; 2018 – Michael Heuberger; 2019 – Michael Heuberger; 2020 – Chris Blum; 2021 – Chris Blum; 2022 – Michael Heuberger.

Photo of Tony Walton with Michael Heuberger in 2019.

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NZSL story – Taonga source: Keethan Sundar, Tony Walton

How Keethan Mastered Poker: Wins, Losses & Lessons

Keethan shares how he got drawn into poker after watching the Auckland Aces play at the old Auckland Deaf Society clubroom on Balmoral Road. From learning the game through his flatmate and an app to competing in both Deaf and hearing tournaments, he’s had his fair share of highs and lows. With multiple appearances at the final table, his poker journey is filled with wins, losses, and valuable lessons!

Ben Clifford