James Collopy

James Collopy, also known as Jim Collopy, is an American poker player who resides in Washington, D.C. Outside of poker, he pursued academic excellence, completing a Master of Advanced Studies in International Political Economy at the University of California San Diego in 2021. This educational background reflects his analytical approach both in life and at the poker table.

Collopy is a three-time World Series of Poker (WSOP) bracelet winner, showcasing his proficiency in multiple poker variants. He captured his first bracelet at the 2013 WSOP Asia-Pacific in Event #2: $1,650 Pot-Limit Omaha, earning A$69,662. Eight years later, in 2021, he won his second bracelet in Event #32: $3,000 H.O.R.S.E., taking home $172,823. Reflecting on that victory, Collopy said, "It always feels cool to win on a big stage, so I’d say that’s what makes it most different. I wanted to see if I still had it, and that was rewarding to me." He added a third bracelet in 2023 by winning Event #17: $1,500 Omaha Hi-Lo 8 or Better for $262,542. In total, he has 34 WSOP final tables and over 279 cashes, with $6,268,622 in WSOP earnings alone.

Beyond the WSOP, Collopy has excelled in high-stakes tournaments around the world. His best live cash came in August 2022 when he finished second in the SHRPO Championship for $614,775. He also placed second in the 2010 WSOP Europe High Roller Heads-Up event for $274,924 and won the WPT $25,000 Gardens Poker High Roller in January 2020 for $245,000. In March 2023, he took first place in the PGT PLO Series $10,000 PLO/PLO8/Big O Mix, earning $206,400. Collopy's largest cash overall is $973,882, and his total live tournament earnings exceed $11.6 million with PokerNews reporting over $12.7 million. He is ranked 130th on the All Time Money List for the United States.

Collopy continues to be a consistent performer in major events. In 2025, he cashed in multiple WSOP events, including a 14th-place finish in the $25,000 High Roller for $89,566 and a 3rd place in the PokerStars NAPT Las Vegas $1,100 Main Event for $70,780. He also reached the final table in the 2026 U.S. Poker Open, finishing 2nd in the PGT Kickoff #3 for $135,775. In 2024, he earned the prestigious Poker Masters Purple Jacket, an award given to the player with the most points across the Poker Masters series. Only eight players have ever won this jacket, highlighting Collopy's elite status in the live poker circuit. His Global Poker Index (GPI) rank has been as high as 105.

Collopy is known for a solid, fundamentals-based game with the flexibility to adjust to opponents and table dynamics. He maintains composure under pressure, particularly at final tables, and exhibits a balanced style that is both conservative and opportunistically aggressive. His success in mixed games like H.O.R.S.E., Omaha Hi-Lo, and Pot-Limit Omaha demonstrates his versatility. Colleagues and observers often describe him as steady, technical, and calculated—a player who prioritizes the game over publicity. His calm demeanor and disciplined approach have earned him respect among peers and a reputation as a formidable opponent in both live and online arenas.

In addition to his three WSOP bracelets, Collopy earned the prestigious Poker Masters Purple Jacket in 2024, an award given to the player with the most points across the Poker Masters series. Only eight players have ever won this jacket, highlighting his elite status in the live poker circuit. He is also recognized as one of the top players in the United States, consistently ranking high on the All Time Money List.

James Collopy's total live tournament earnings exceed $11.6 million, with a best live cash of $973,882. He holds over 279 career cashes and 34 WSOP final tables. His WSOP-specific earnings total $6,268,622 across all events. He is ranked 130th on the United States All Time Money List and has achieved a Global Poker Index (GPI) rank of 105.

Collopy continued to perform at a high level in 2026, highlighted by a 4th-place finish in WSOP Event #32: $3,000 No-Limit Hold'em for $186,161. He also placed 2nd in the PGT Kickoff #3 for $135,775 and 6th in the PokerGO Cup Showcase for $31,000. In 2025, he finished 3rd in the PokerStars NAPT Las Vegas $1,100 Main Event for $70,780 and 14th in the $25,000 High Roller for $89,566. These results demonstrate his sustained competitiveness in both high-stakes and mid-stakes events.