Poker player

James Grogan

Ireland

James Grogan is an American poker player known for his consistent deep runs in WSOP senior events and major tournaments like the WPT Doyle Brunson Classic. Over two decades, he has cashed in multiple WSOP events, with a notable 45th-place finish in the 2015 Super Seniors and a career-best $28,905 payday at the 2007 WPT Bellagio. He continues to compete, recently finishing 10th in the 2025 online poker Tour Birmingham Main Event.

Career earnings: $ 145,134

WSOP Results

James Grogan has participated in several World Series of Poker events, primarily in the Seniors and Super Seniors categories:

2019 WSOP Event #39: $1,000 Super Seniors No-Limit Hold'em – 284th out of 2,650 entries, earning $1,772.
2015 WSOP Event #43: $1,000 Super Seniors No-Limit Hold'em – 45th out of 1,533 entries, earning $5,298.
2005 WSOP Event #34: $1,000 Seniors No-Limit Hold'em – 39th out of 825 entries, earning $2,175.

Notable Tournament Performances

Beyond the WSOP, Grogan has also found success in other major events:

2007 World Poker Tour – $15,000 + 400 Doyle Brunson Classic at Bellagio: 73rd out of 664 entries, earning $28,905. This remains his largest recorded cash.

Recent Activity

In 2025, Grogan traveled to the UK for the online poker Tour Birmingham Main Event. He finished in 10th place out of 343 entries, earning £2,370. He was eliminated when his ace-jack ran into an opponent's ace-jack, which improved to a full house.

Career Summary

Grogan's tournament career spans over 20 years, with consistent cashes in both WSOP senior events and high-buy-in classics. While his results are not headline-grabbing, his longevity and ability to reach the money in large fields demonstrate a solid, disciplined approach to the game.

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