Frank Kassela biography
Frank Kassela was born on 26 February 1968 in Chicago Heights, Illinois. A small business owner and Army Reserve veteran, he lived in Germantown, Tennessee, before moving to Las Vegas.
He made his first World Series of Poker final table in 2005. In 2010 he had a breakthrough summer, winning the $10,000 Seven Card Stud Hi-Lo Championship for $447,446 and the $2,500 Razz for $214,085, and finishing 3rd in the $25,000 Six-Handed No-Limit Hold'em for $556,053. He was named 2010 WSOP Player of the Year. In 2017 he won a third bracelet in the $1,500 2-7 Lowball Draw.
Kassela has 10 WSOP final tables and more than $3 million in live tournament earnings.
Career summary
Frank Kassela won two stud bracelets and the WSOP Player of the Year title in 2010 and added a third bracelet in 2017.
Frank Kassela poker winnings
| Year | Event | Place | Prize |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | WSOP $1,500 2-7 Lowball Draw | 1st | $89,151 |
| 2010 | WSOP $10,000 Seven Card Stud Hi-Lo Championship | 1st | $447,446 |
| 2010 | WSOP $2,500 Razz | 1st | $214,085 |
| 2010 | WSOP $25,000 Six-Handed No-Limit Hold'em | 3rd | $556,053 |
Verified live tournament earnings: $3,000,000+, plus 3 WSOP bracelets.
Frank Kassela playing style
Kassela is a strong mixed-game player, especially in stud and lowball games.
Business & sponsorships
Small business owner and Army Reserve veteran.
Why Frank matters
Business owner and Army Reserve veteran Frank Kassela won two bracelets at the 2010 WSOP and was named that year's Player of the Year.
FAQ about Frank Kassela
How many WSOP bracelets does Frank Kassela have?
Three: two in 2010 and one in 2017.
Was Frank Kassela WSOP Player of the Year?
Yes, in 2010.
How much has Frank Kassela won playing poker?
Frank Kassela has won $3,000,000+ in live tournament earnings.
