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Originally Posted by NellyV
"Team PokerStars Pro Online is a group of brand ambassadors, selected entirely from Supernova VIPs. They have all demonstrated the ability to earn a living playing at PokerStars, and are passionate about the game and the online poker community."
That's why there should be a new designation for Twitch guys like Kevin Martin and Jaime Staples. They haven't demonstrated an ability to earn a living playing at Pokerstars. The bulk of their income is from Twitch subs, donations, ads etc.
I agree with you, they should take the Supernova bit out but there is also this on the same page:-
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What qualities do you look for in choosing new members?
In addition to being Supernova VIPs, and having proven success at the tables, we are looking for people who are passionate about poker. Players who are driven to improve their games, committed to the spirit of fair play, and invested in their local online poker communities.
Other factors which are not required but are definitely considered include:
being active on social media
having an active blog or vlog
being involved in poker education
contributing regularly to regional or global poker forums
We also look for people with interesting backgrounds and poker histories. Sometimes we will actively seek people from specific countries, or who play a certain game type/stake, as we attempt to maintain a well-rounded team. And of course we desire candidates who believe in PokerStars and are comfortable becoming brand ambassadors.
Martin and Jamie fit into this category perfectly. PS, along with other poker sites, are using twitch as a method to get new people into teh game and having established streamers on the roster is only going to help that.