Posted by The Captain | Filed under The Pros Speak
Over the past couple of years, Jared Hamby’s made quite a name for himself. While he started off as an online player, he’s clearly demonstrated that he’s got what it takes to compete on the live tournament circuit as well. Jared’s made respectable showings that include two WSOP and four WPT cash finishes. So far, he’s amassed well over $1.3 million in career tournament earnings, and it looks like he’s just getting started.
Between going to and from the casinos and taking down online tournaments, Jared was good enough to answer a few questions for us. Here’s what he had to say:
What does an “average” day consist of for you?
It all depends on whether or not I’m playing live or online. On a normal day where I’m playing online, I’ll wake up around noon, get something to eat, and just chill around the house. I’ll read online or maybe work out a little before I play. I usually ready to start at about 5PM local time (here in Vegas). If I’m not playing online, which is usually Thursday through Saturday, I like to spend time hanging out with friends and partying on the Strip.
What does “poker lifestyle” mean to you?
To me, it’s the freedom to do whatever you want when you feel like it. There’s a lot of stress we all have to endure as well, like grinding it out or taking bad beats. But this is just a part of the job. Enjoying big scores, traveling, and partying with friends – that’s what the "poker lifestyle” is all about.
Away from poker, what do you do to relax?
I enjoy watching a lot of sports and movies. If I’m not watching sports, I enjoy and playing basketball and running. I round out my day reading and listening to music. I also like to party.
Do you ever find that you want to play poker “just for fun”?
Not at all – I really have a hard time doing things just for fun. I am way too competitive and money is a great thing to compete for.
What’s the best line you’ve ever heard at the table?
I was watching a table at the 2006 WSOP, and I saw a guy make a pretty substantial raise behind a bunch of limpers. Immediately after this, Eric Froehlich shoves and the hero calls. Eric shows a pair of 7s and our man turns up 8d 3d. Keep in mind that this was a BIG pot in the first level with all of their chips in pre-flop. The guy hits his flush and says “I had to call – I was open for the diamonds.” That has to be the “best” line that I’ve heard yet.
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