Matthew Lischke

Matthew Lischke is a professional poker player from the United States, based in Peachtree Corners, Georgia. He has been active in the tournament poker scene since at least 2010, with a focus on WSOP Circuit events. His total live tournament earnings exceed $42,100, accumulated from 18 cashes and two final tables.

Lischke’s most notable result came in November 2010 at the WSOP Circuit event in Biloxi, Mississippi. In the $550 Six-Handed No-Limit Hold'em event, he finished fourth out of 159 players, earning $4,923. The final table also featured Tom Drivas (winner), "Captain" Tom Franklin, and Mike Wissler.

Since then, Lischke has regularly played WSOP Circuit events at Harrah’s Cherokee in North Carolina. His best results there include:

• November 2025: 131st in Event #6 ($400 6-Max NLH) for $804
• November 2023: 146th in Event #5 ($400 6-Max) for $641
• August 2023: 92nd in a $400 6-Max event for $605
• February 2023: 94th in a $400 NLH event for $611, and later 113th in another event for $1,543
• February 2019: 37th in Event #6 ($365 8-Handed) for $928
• November 2017: 23rd in a $365 NLH event for $1,272
• April 2017: 37th in a $365 NLH event for $822
• April 2016: 55th in a $365 NLH multi-flight event for $2,061

His largest single cash to date is $2,061 from the April 2016 event.

On his LinkedIn profile, Lischke lists himself as a self-employed professional poker player under Lischke Enterprises from February 2010 to October 2023 (13 years 8 months). He has not won a WSOP bracelet or Circuit ring, but has demonstrated consistent performance in multi-table tournaments.

Beyond poker, Lischke is an entrepreneur. In August 2023, he founded YearnFit LLC, a company offering elite athletic training and development programs tailored to specific age groups. He also worked as a sales coordinator for Dickinson Fleet Services and earlier ran D&M Lawn Service during his school years.

Lischke holds a Bachelor of Science in Management Information Systems from the University of Georgia’s Terry College of Business (2006–2009) and an Associate’s degree in Business from the University of West Georgia.

Public information on Lischke’s playing style is limited. Based on his tournament results, he appears to favor no-limit hold’em and has experience in short-handed formats (6-max). His deep runs in large fields suggest a solid, patient approach, though no detailed analysis is available.

While not a household name, Matthew Lischke represents the dedicated professional poker player who builds a career through consistent tournament play and smart bankroll management. His ability to balance poker with entrepreneurship showcases his versatility.