{"id":18956,"date":"2026-06-18T22:33:37","date_gmt":"2026-06-18T14:33:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hunter.poker\/?p=18956"},"modified":"2026-06-18T22:38:22","modified_gmt":"2026-06-18T14:38:22","slug":"kerryjane-craigie-wsop-2026-womens-poker-weekend","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hunter.poker\/en\/kerryjane-craigie-wsop-2026-womens-poker-weekend\/","title":{"rendered":"Kerryjane Craigie looks ahead to the 2026 summer campaign! Leading a team at the WSOP and launching a brand new women's poker weekend event."},"content":{"rendered":"
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PokerStars Ambassador Kerryjane Craigie announced key plans for the summer and second half of 2026.<\/span><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>

Kerryjane Craigie continues to drive the development of women's poker.<\/h2>

As a PokerStars Women's Poker Ambassador, Poker Director at Hippodrome Casino in London, and a board member of the Women Poker Association (WPA), Kerryjane Craigie has been dedicated to promoting female player participation in the sport of poker for many years.<\/span><\/p>

In a recent interview with PokerNews, she shared her plans for the summer of 2026, including the recently concluded PokerStars Open Namur tour, the upcoming WSOP schedule, and a brand new event plan designed specifically for female players.<\/span><\/p>

Participating in PokerStars Open Namur with 20 female players<\/h2>

Not long ago, Craigie led 20 players from her female poker community to Belgium to participate in the PokerStars Open Namur series.<\/span><\/p>

To give more women the opportunity to participate in large-scale live events, they select participants through monthly Ladies Club events and online qualifying rounds, helping players gain entry to the competition at a lower cost.<\/span><\/p>

Craigie said that this journey was not only a poker tournament, but also an experience of growth and exchange among female players.<\/span><\/p>

Especially during the women's competition, she saw many familiar faces and made many new friends, making the whole event full of joy and cohesion.<\/span><\/p>

Team Hippo once again competes in the WSOP<\/h2>

After concluding his European trip, Craigie will turn his attention to Las Vegas to compete in the 2026 World Series of Poker (WSOP).<\/span><\/p>

She revealed that she will once again lead the "Team Hippo" members to the WSOP this year, including five female players who qualified through the qualifying rounds, and they will participate in the WSOP Ladies Championship starting on June 25.<\/span><\/p>

For Craigie, this event is not only a competition, but also one of the most important annual networking events for female gamers worldwide.<\/span><\/p>

WPA breakfast meetings have become an important annual tradition.<\/h2>

Craigie specifically mentioned that the WPA (Women's Poker Association) breakfast meeting held before the start of the annual Women's Championship is one of her most anticipated events.<\/span><\/p>

Over the years, this event has become an important gathering for the global women's poker community, allowing players from different countries to share experiences, build friendships, and discuss future directions.<\/span><\/p>

She stated that this year's breakfast meeting will also announce several international collaboration plans to further promote the development of women's poker.<\/span><\/p>

Although the specific details have not yet been made public, Craigie revealed that the team has been preparing behind the scenes for a long time, hoping to bring more substantial changes and opportunities.<\/span><\/p>

London Women's Poker Weekend Officially Launched<\/h2>

In addition to the WSOP, Craigie also brought another major piece of news.<\/span><\/p>

She announced a partnership with the World Women in Poker Foundation (WPF) to host a new "Women's Weekend London" event at Hippodrome Casino in London from October 16 to 18, 2026.<\/span><\/p>

This event is designed specifically for female players, and whether you are a beginner to poker or a seasoned veteran, you can find content that suits you.<\/span><\/p>

The activities include:<\/span><\/p>