Gulf Coast Poker Tour Championship: Everything You Need to Know

The Gulf Coast Poker Tour Championship is the crown jewel of Gulf Coast poker, bringing together the region’s most accomplished players for an exclusive, high-stakes event. This year's championship takes place at the Milly In Philly Tournament Series at Pearl River Resort on March 19, 2025. With a $50,000 guaranteed prize pool, deep stacks, and fierce competition, this is a must-play event for every serious poker player.

Tournament Details

• 📅 Date: Wednesday, March 19, 2025
• 💰 Guaranteed Prize Pool: $50,000
• 💵 Buy-in: $500
• 🃏 Starting Stack: 30,000 chips
• ⏳ Blind Levels: 45 minutes

This invitation-only tournament features a field of qualifiers who have earned their seat by performing exceptionally well in GCP Tour events and GCP-covered tournaments, including the Beau Rivage Heater and MGM National Harbor’s Potomac Poker Open.

How to Qualify

Players earn a seat in the GCP Tour Championship by finishing in the top ten of a preliminary event or top twenty in a Main Event at a GCP-sanctioned event. However, there’s a key rule—you must have made the money to qualify. If only nine players were paid, finishing 10th wasn’t enough!

Who’s Who: The Championship Contenders

This tournament is a who’s who of Gulf Coast poker talent. The following players have not only qualified but have also dominated throughout the year:

🔥 Top Money Winner: Levi Carden leads all players in GCP Tour event earnings, securing the prestigious GCP Tour Player of the Year title.

💰 Other High Earners: Dustin Murphy, Preston McEwen, Steven McKuin, David Chocheles, Christopher George, Christopher Carey, Stephen Bierman, and Mihail Karasoulis all finished in the top ten in money won while qualifying.

🎖️ Most Times Qualified: Jerry Giroir holds the record for seven qualifications, making him the most frequent player in the championship field. Will this be the year he takes home the title?

📈 Top Performers from GCP-Covered Events: William Oertling, Justin Liberto, Jordan Meltzer, Chalom Elharar, and Cody Stanford top the earnings list for covered events, while Logan Forbes leads the way with three qualifications.

Why the GCP Tour Championship Matters

Winning this championship is about more than just the prize money—it’s about prestige. Only the best grinders, tournament warriors, and elite poker minds make it to this stage. A victory in this event cements a player's reputation as one of the top competitors on the Gulf Coast.

Are You Ready to Take Your Shot?

With deep stacks, a long structure, and a stacked field, this championship will test even the most seasoned players. The Milly In Philly Tournament Series is where Gulf Coast legends are made, and the GCP Tour Championship is the ultimate proving ground.

If you’ve qualified, it’s time to take your seat and compete for glory.

🏆 March 19 - Pearl River Resort - GCP Tour Championship 🏆

Who will claim the title this year?