Poker player

Richard Wright

United States

Richard Wright is an amateur poker player from Northwich, England, who competed in The Nuts Poker League at The Gladstone Club. Over 13 events in 2009-2010, he accumulated 3,714 points with an average score of 286.

Career earnings: $ 99,071

Player Overview

Richard Wright is a pub poker enthusiast from Northwich, England, who participated in The Nuts Poker League (NPL) at The Gladstone Club (Tuesday) venue. His membership number is 694974. He has not added any personal comments to his player profile on the NPL website.

Pub Poker League Career

Wright's recorded activity spans from September 1, 2009 to November 16, 2010, during which he played 13 events at The Gladstone Club in Northwich. The Nuts Poker League is one of the largest pub poker circuits in the UK, offering players a casual yet competitive environment to play Texas Hold'em. Wright's consistent participation over more than a year indicates a steady interest in the game at the local level.

Performance Statistics

According to the league database, Wright's all-time statistics are:

  • Times Played: 13
  • Points Total: 3,714
  • Average Score: 286

His point totals per event varied significantly, ranging from a low of 110 points to a high of 570 points. The points are awarded based on finishing position and number of players, with higher points indicating deeper runs or larger fields.

Venue History at The Gladstone Club (Tuesday)

DatePoints
16/11/2010114
06/04/2010270
23/02/2010450
16/02/2010110
09/02/2010570
02/02/2010450
08/12/2009138
01/12/2009264
20/10/2009310
13/10/2009138
06/10/2009160
29/09/2009310
01/09/2009430

His best performance came on February 9, 2010 with 570 points, suggesting he likely finished near the top of the leaderboard in that event. His worst results were 110 and 114 points, indicating early exits.

Playing Style and Approach

Although specific playing style notes are absent from the profile, the pattern of his results suggests a player capable of occasional deep runs but also prone to variance. The average score of 286 across 13 events points to a player who finishes roughly in the middle of the field on a typical night. Pub poker leagues often emphasize social play, but Wright's persistence and point accumulation show he takes the game seriously enough to return regularly.

Local Impact and Community

Wright is one of many players who contribute to the vibrant pub poker scene in Northwich. The Gladstone Club (Tuesday) event is part of a network that runs throughout the week. By participating consistently, Wright helped maintain the local poker community. The Nuts Poker League has grown into a national brand, and players like Wright form its grassroots foundation.

Legacy

As an amateur player, Richard Wright's legacy is that of a dedicated local competitor. While not a professional or high-stakes player, his recorded history provides a snapshot of pub poker in the UK in the late 2000s. His points total of 3,714 ranks among his venue's regulars, though exact ranking is not publicly available. The profile remains active on The Nuts Poker League website, preserving his achievements for posterity.

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