The ease of access and anonymity of online poker has changed the game in many different ways. One of those ways is that it introduced many more women to the game than any casino ever has. Online gaming, particularly poker, has taken all of the insecurities of the game away for female players. Many women have become skilled experienced players that can compete with anyone, just ask Annette Obrestad.

Since the poker boom began, numbers for female players has risen steadily each year. Women see how many successful female players are out there, and they have female players to aspire to as they pay their dues on the way up.

Events like Jack and Jill holdem tournaments have increased the amount of women getting into the game. The days of leaving the wife at home as you head to the casino are over. Now she comes to the casino with you.