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In the vibrant world of online poker journalism, Will Kassoumis has made a name for himself as a dedicated and insightful reporter. Based in the United Kingdom, Kassoumis holds an NCTJ Diploma in Sports Journalism, a testament to his commitment to his craft.
Kassoumis's role at PokerNews, a leading authority in the poker news sphere, is multifaceted. He covers various poker tournaments, with a particular focus on the prestigious World Championship of Online Poker (WCOOP). His work may include reporting on mistakes made by players, offering valuable learning opportunities for others. Moreover, he provides insights that could help players in their WCOOP journey, making him an invaluable resource for poker enthusiasts.
Kassoumis's association with PokerNews began in 2015, when he started working as a freelance live reporter. He joined the team full-time in 2019, and since then, he has been instrumental in bringing the latest news and analysis from the WCOOP events to poker fans worldwide.
Apart from his work with WCOOP, Kassoumis also covers other poker tournaments, ensuring that PokerNews remains a comprehensive source of poker news.
Before his career in journalism, Kassoumis graduated from the University of Kent in 2017 with a B.A. in German. This diverse educational background has likely contributed to his ability to connect with a wide range of players and audiences.
In addition to his reporting duties, Kassoumis recently took on the role of Managing Editor at PokerNews. In this new position, he will oversee the day-to-day operations of the site, ensuring that it continues to deliver high-quality content to its readers.
Recently, one of the most exciting moments in Kassoumis's career came when Benjamin "Spraggy" Spragg, a well-known poker player, won the WCOOP Showdown at Dusk Till Dawn. The event, part of the WCOOP Bootcamp hosted at Dusk Till Dawn in Nottingham, served as a warm-up home game for Spraggy before WCOOP2025. The event featured prominent players such as Spraggy's brother Dan Spragg, Fintan "easywithaces" Hand, Adam McIlroy, Kerryjane Craigie, David Docherty, and Spencer "SpencerFC" Owen. Kassoumis's coverage of this event showcased his ability to bring the excitement and drama of live poker tournaments to life for his readers.
As Kassoumis continues to lead PokerNews, poker enthusiasts can look forward to insightful reports, expert analysis, and engaging coverage of the world's most exciting poker tournaments.
- Expanding his journalistic horizon, Kassoumis also delves into the realm of sports, providing sports-betting news and analysis at PokerNews.
- Given his diverse background, Kassoumis has begun to explore the intersection of traditional sports and casino-and-gambling, offering intriguing insights on various casino games such as poker and their connection to sports events.
- In the future, we may witness Kassoumis reporting on more than just poker tournaments, as he ventures into covering significant events in the world of sports betting and casino games, broadening PokerNews's scope to encompass a wider spectrum of gaming news.
