Jim Douglas
United States
James Douglas is an American poker player best known for his deep runs in WSOP Limit Omaha Hi-Lo events, including a runner-up finish for $68,425 in 1995. He has accumulated over $132,000 in lifetime WSOP earnings with three final tables.
Overview
James Douglas is an American poker player who has been competing in World Series of Poker (WSOP) events since the early 1990s. His career has been defined by consistent success in limit Omaha Hi-Lo and mixed game tournaments, earning him three WSOP final tables and over $132,000 in recorded WSOP prize money.
WSOP Results
Douglas's most notable performance came in 1995 when he finished runner-up in Event #13: $2,500 Limit Omaha Hi-Lo for $68,425, his largest single cash. Other deep runs include:
- 1993: 3rd place in Event #3: $2,500 Limit Omaha Hi-Lo ($28,200)
- 1994: 4th place in Event #14: $1,500 Limit Omaha Hi-Lo ($21,938)
- 2000: 18th place in Event #7: $1,500 Limit Omaha Hi-Lo ($3,480)
- 2016: 47th place in Event #53: $1,500 Mixed PLO/8; Omaha/8; and Big O ($3,362)
- 2017: 75th place in Event #4: $1,500 Omaha Hi-Lo 8 or Better ($2,815) and 101st in Event #14: $1,500 H.O.R.S.E. ($2,247)
- 2018: 113th place in Event #4: $1,500 Omaha Hi-Lo 8 or Better ($2,317)
Playing Style
Based on his consistent appearances in limit Omaha Hi-Lo events, Douglas is likely a disciplined player with strong fundamentals in split-pot and mixed games. His longevity in the tournament scene suggests a patient, grinding approach focused on maximizing edge in smaller field events.
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