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Scott Montgomery is a professional poker player from Perth, Ontario, Canada, who reached the highest levels of the game during the mid-2000s poker boom. A graduate of the University of Waterloo, Montgomery became a superstar of the game when he reached the final table of the 2008 World Series of Poker Main Event. Known for his calm smile and aggressive style, he has remained a respected figure in the Canadian poker community for nearly two decades.
Career Earnings & Biggest Results
According to The Hendon Mob, Scott Montgomery has won over $4.8 million in live tournament earnings. His most famous achievement came in 2008 when he finished in 5th place in the WSOP Main Event. He earned a massive $3,096,768 for that finish, which remains the biggest score of his career.
In 2010, Montgomery achieved every poker player's dream by winning a World Series of Poker gold bracelet. He outlasted a field of 3,102 players in the $1,000 No Limit Hold'em event to take home $481,760. He is also a regular on the World Poker Tour, where he reached the final table of the L.A. Poker Classic in 2008, finishing 5th for $296,860. Whether he is playing in massive fields or elite high roller events, Montgomery has proven he has the skills to win at any level.
Biography & Poker Background
Born in 1981, Scott Montgomery grew up in Ontario and initially pursued a path in mathematics at the University of Waterloo. He actually discovered poker while he was living in Japan teaching English. He started playing online under the screen name "r_a_y" and quickly realized he had a talent for the game. After returning to Canada, he decided to turn pro and began traveling the circuit. His life changed forever in 2008 when he became one of the original "November Nine," the group of players who reached the delayed final table of the WSOP Main Event. Outside of poker, he is known for his love of alternative rock and his passion for traveling the world.
Play Style & Strategy
Montgomery is often described as having a variable and aggressive play style. During his 2008 run, he gained a reputation for being a "hyper-aggressive" player who wasn't afraid to run big bluffs, but he has often explained that his strategy depends entirely on his opponents. He is a master of "changing gears," which means he can play very tight when the table is aggressive or take control and steal blinds when he senses his opponents are playing too scared. He is also very superstitious and likes to keep the same routine, such as eating the same breakfast and taking the same route to the casino, whenever he is on a winning streak. This discipline helps him maintain the focus needed for long, multi-day tournaments.
Social Media & Online Presence
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About the Editor
Zoe Chang is SoMuchPoker's Live Content and Tournament Analyst, covering live poker festivals across Asia Pacific and writing the site's SPI Score player ranking series, tracking results and rankings across markets including Hong Kong, Japan, the UK, the US, India and Australia.