Marie St. Michael
United States
Marie St. Michael is an American poker player who achieved multiple cashes in World Series of Poker events during the late 1980s and 1990s. She is best known for her fourth-place finish in the 1999 WSOP Ladies Limit Seven Card Stud event, where she was noted for her outgoing table presence. Her WSOP earnings total $9,075 across three final-table appearances.
Overview
Marie St. Michael is an American poker player who competed in World Series of Poker (WSOP) events in the late 1980s and 1990s. She recorded three WSOP cashes, all at final tables, and is recognized as one of the early female players to make an impact in the predominantly male poker landscape of that era.
WSOP Achievements
St. Michael's WSOP results span three different events:
- 1999 WSOP Event #16: $1,000 Ladies Limit Seven Card Stud – 4th place ($5,950)
- 1989 WSOP Event #10: $500 Ladies Limit Seven Card Stud – 8th place ($1,395)
- 1986 WSOP Event #8: $1,000 Limit A-5 Draw Lowball – 13th place ($1,730)
According to her WSOP.com profile, she has two final tables and total WSOP earnings of $9,075.
Notable Tournament Moments
During the 1999 WSOP Ladies event, St. Michael was described as the most outgoing player at the final table. In a reported exchange, she challenged eventual champion Christina Pie, who told her to "play like a boy," to which St. Michael retorted, "Likewise, toots." Her spirited demeanor and willingness to re-raise were noted as highlights of the event.
Legacy
Though not among the most prolific winners of her time, Marie St. Michael is remembered as a resilient competitor who held her own in WSOP ladies events and an open event. Her results serve as a testament to the growing participation of women in tournament poker during the 1980s and 1990s.
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