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SynKa on Saturday, December 5th, 2009 |
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I remember when I first started playing free poker and there were so many terms that I didn’t understand, it was like a whole different language.
Hopefully this guide will help you learn some of the more modern terms, and also some of the more complex ones used when playing poker.
We are all used to the common terms, such as flop, turn, river, raise, etc. but some of those terms also have their own lingo attached. Such as…
4th street – also commonly called the Turn
5th street – the river
But that is not the limit of the terms you can keep in mind while you’re contemplating your next moves. Keep these in mind when you are watching the bets come around to ... more ...
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SynKa on Sunday, November 29th, 2009 |
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With the popularity of poker in today’s society, and a growing interest in free online poker, there is a plethora of information to help one better themselves and become more educated to the game. Many books are available, written by professional poker players, enabling you to develop the skills you need to improve your game.
Also, there is a myriad of tools to assist in your game such as online odds calculators and software to analyze another players style of play. Although all of these resources help develop, educate, and hone skills necessary to become the best possible player, there are a few pragmatic tips to help players survive.
One useful tip is to reduce the number of hands played. This ... more ...
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SynKa on Tuesday, November 17th, 2009 |
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Whether I am playing in a Free Poker Tournament online or a buy in game at a casino, the devastation of crash and burns are still the same.
Recently I played a $1K Winner Take All live poker tournament at a local casino. The buy in was decent at $50.00 and only 20 seats in the tournament. It was full of action and the play was what you would expect, lively.
I was surprised at some of the “donking”, but that soon settled down to some real action. After our first break we were down to 8 players on the final table. I had a decent chip stack and kept with my game plan of holding tight. I prefer to play in poker tournaments rather than ring games as I have the patience for the tournaments. Ring ... more ...
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SynKa on Saturday, November 14th, 2009 |
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I’m a long time poker player, who loves every bit of playing poker and trying my best to come out on top, no matter if I’m playing a free online poker or playing in a large money game, or even trying to beat/teach my 7 yr old son. My mother was a huge poker player and would NEVER let me win, EVER.. I hated it, but it has made me a very good player.
I live in the NJ area, and for years I have played in local games and many trips to Atlantic City. I’m kinda new to the online game, but love it!
My favourite type of poker is heads up and sit and go’s. My play is strong, but for me, the hardest part of being a GREAT player is trying to control my emotions. I often find myself trying ... more ...
