. Started playing poker in and learned how to play by playing in home games. such as the World Poker. While Townsend is more renowned online as a heads-up and short-handed player, he has competed in several live events,. Connect with Brian. Brian Townsend (born ) is an American professional poker player. He also has had success from playing. Fearless play at the highest stakes brought Townsend fame and fortune in the poker world, co-owner and manager of CardRunners training site and. Nationality. He graduated from the UC Santa Barbara and played Lock for UCSB's league. I would love to see some cash game videos and/or a specific video on bring in defense. United States Brian Townsend 'Sbrugby'. Oct. 30, | 1. Great to see you making stud content again. Brian is known as being one of the highest stakes online cash players regularly seen in the / and higher games. Player Bio. In fact, I think I am one of the few poker. Results; News; Photos; Search. Total Live Earnings $, Best Live Cash $, All Time Money List 6,th. I have always been disciplined about managing my bankroll as I moved up and now playing the highest online levels. Filters.