FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

  • What is the North American Poker Tour?
  • The PokerStars.net North American Poker Tour (NAPT) is a series of major poker tournaments conducted throughout North America. The first season of the NAPT starts at the PCA in January 2010, followed by world class events in Las Vegas and Connecticut with more tour stops being announced shortly. NAPT events take place in some of the most prestigious casinos and exciting destinations.
  • When and where are the NAPT Season 1 events taking place?
  • Please see the tournaments page for the full schedule.The NAPT reserves the right to cancel or alter details of listed events at its discretion.
  • What is the structure for North American Poker Tour events?
  • Most NAPT events are five-day tournaments with a main event buy in of $5,000. Main events will incorporate a 20,000 or 30,000 chip start bank and 60 minute levels, with slowly increasing blind levels. Please click NAPT structure for details.
  • Will there be side events, Sit & Go's and cash games at all NAPT events?
  • Please check the event-specific pages for more information.
  • What poker game will be played in the NAPT main events?
  • The main events will all be No Limit Hold'em. At some venues, side events, Sit & Go tournaments or cash games may be spread in other poker variants, such as Stud or Omaha.
  • What is the buy-in for NAPT events?
  • The buy-in for most NAPT main events is USD 5,000 (or its equivalent in local currency) including fee in most cases. All main events are freezeouts.
  • Is there an agreement I need to sign to appear in an NAPT event?
  • Yes. A condition of entry into any tournament on the NAPT will be the completion and signing of a broadcast release form.
  • Can I play even if I don't sign the agreement?
  • No. The release form is a requirement for participation in any NAPT event.
  • How old do I have to be to participate?
  • The minimum age to play in an NAPT event is established by the host casino.Please check the event specific page or the hosting casino webpage for more information.
  • How much does it cost to enter?
  • We encourage you to win your entry by playing in one of our freerolls on PokerStars.net. Click on the PokerStars.net tournament lobby, click on "Events" and "NAPT" for satellites to the events. If you fail to qualify and would still like to play in an NAPT event, you may buy directly into tournaments in advance (to guarantee your seat) or at the venue on the day of the event. Details for advance buy-ins are available for each event on their respective pages. Please note that capacity is limited at all events.
  • I won! What do I do now?
  • You will receive an email from the NAPT describing the basics of the package and telling you what to do next.
  • Is my food included in the price of the trip?
  • No.
  • What clothes should I bring?
  • NAPT events are held at luxury hotels, so please wear appropriate clothing. However, there is no specific dress code for NAPT tournaments. Please bring appropriate clothing for the destination's climate!
  • What is the currency in the countries where NAPT events are being held?
  • Please see the event-specific pages for details and approximate exchange rates. For up-to-the-minute exchange rates, click http://www.xe.com.
  • What payment methods can I use for direct buy-ins?
  • Players who would like to register in advance for an event (and be guaranteed a seat) should e-mail registrations@pokerstars.net to receive instructions on sending their payment by wire transfer or bank draft.
  • Will I need special identification to enter the tournament?
  • Yes. Please bring your drivers license or military ID with you in order to register.
  • What logos am I allowed to wear?
  • The North American Poker Tour has strict rules on the wearing of branded logos by players at NAPT events. Please click Rules and Regulations.
  • Will I appear on the Internet or television?
  • A video blog team will be filming at all Season 1 NAPT events. All NAPT contestants are obliged to sign a broadcast waiver form before play commences. Any player who does not sign the broadcast waiver will not be allowed to participate in the tournament.
NAPT Video
NAPT Leaderboards
NAPT Los Angeles Season 1
Main Event
Pos. Name Cash
1 Joe Tehan 725,000
2 Chris DeMaci 440,000
3 Al Grimes 250,000
4 Anh Van Nguyen 195,000
5 Ray  Henson 145,000
6 Michael Binger 114,000
7 Jason Mercier 84,857
8 Jake Toole 60,000
9 Alan Myerson 47,000
10 Jimmie Guinther 47,000
11 Joseph Melancon 37,000
12 George Lind 37,000
13 Matt  Affleck 27,000
14 Anthony Nardi 27,000
15 Carlos Watanabe 21,000
16 Thomas Young 21,000
17 Carl Beliveau 18,000
18 Jonathan Gagnon-Villenueve 18,000
19 Micah Raskin 18,000
20 Mike Leah 18,000