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888PL Forum
Do you know the difference between the Bubble and the Flop? Need to brush up on your skills on heads up? Maybe you just want to talk through your poker strategy. The best place to get advice, talk the talk and get involved is the 888PL Forum.
Join now at www.888plforum.com.au
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Patience is a Virtue
Sometimes in a poker tournament you just hit that run of cards that can only be classified as a dead run. How many times do you want to get dealt 8,3 off suit? During these times it is important to remember to maintain focus and your patience as playing raggy hands just because you're bored will only get you into more trouble than it's worth.
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Always be positive!
When you play poker, you shouldn't do it to escape from a bad day. You start out on tilt - playing emotionally, not rationally - & you won't play your best. Likewise, if during a poker game, you lose a big hand or get sucked out on, stand up & take a break until you feel calm later on. Players will sense your mood & take advantage.
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Keeping Honest?
A lot of players look at a players final bet, look at the hand, say "I know you've got me, but I'm keeping you honest," as they final call. It may be worth it to see if a player really has the hand & you're gaining info that will help you, but if you feel he what he's representing & you're beat, why give him more of your chips?
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Pot committed?
A mistake is to think "Well, I've already put that much in, I have to stay in." You can't win a pot by throwing money at it. It may be that pot odds warrant a call, but if you're sure you're beaten, & your hand can't improve, fold. The money you've already put in the pot is gone, & you can't get it back just by playing to the end.
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Bluffing!
A lot of beginner's know bluffing is a part of poker, but not how to. There's is NO rule that one must bluff or at all, but players may not feel like they've won unless they've tried a bluff. Bluffs only work in sometimes & against some people, & if you know a player always calls to the showdown, it is literally impossible to bluff. It's better never to bluff than to bluff "just to bluff."
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Folding isn't a weak play!
Probably the number one mistake beginning poker players make is that they play far too many hands. When you're just starting out playing poker, you want to play poker, and that means staying in hands that aren't very good just to be part of the action. But playing more doesn't mean winning more, it usually means losing more. If you find you're staying in half or more the hands you're dealt, you need to upgrade your starting hand requirements.
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Feeling Unsatisfied?? Want more??
Feel like the 888PL could offer you more as a player? Want something different throwing your way? The make sure we know about it; email feedback@888pl.com.au or visit the 888PL forum to offer your feedback!
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Avoiding Busto Status!
Going bust as a poker player is something all but a small minority of poker players have experienced. The key to avoiding going bust and becoming an exceptional poker player is good Bankroll Management. For more details on Bankroll Management visit the Tips and Strategies forum @ www.888plforum.com.au
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Health Tips for Big Day Events!
So you've qualified for a Semi or Grand Final? Then you need to know that doing well in big tournaments is also about preparation. Most Semi Finals and Grand Finals can exceed 12 hours in duration and to ensure you're up to scratch players should ensure that they; get at least 8 hours sleep the night before, remain well hydrated and eat properly before the big day and during it.
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Poker Passports!
Want more chips at Away games? The support your venue that supports 888PL. Purchase food and/or beverage from your local and you will be rewarded with passport stamps. Once your passport is full you can redeem this for bonus chips at appropriate times!
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Find an Event near you!
Looking for an 888PL event near you? Then visit the event locator. Type in your postcode or suburb and we will display what 888PL events are occurring near your location! Click here to find your nearest events.
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The Internetz has it's own language!
Sometimes when we are talking poker online we use acronyms and words that may be confusing. What to know what +EV means? OESD has you downright confused? TPTK is a band from the 80's to you? Then visit the Poker Abbreviation thread @ http://888plforum.com.au/viewtopic.php?f=12&t=3048&start=0
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Poker has it's own language!
If you're new to poker then some of the terminology may frighten you. Check out the 888PL glossary of terms so you're up to speed on what the Button, Big Blind, Cut Card, Flop, Turn and River really mean! See the glossary here
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What does GTD mean?
Sometimes in our event description you will find three letters - GTD. What they mean is that the prize or prize pool for this tournament is Guaranteed. No matter how many players turn up to play this event the GTD prizes will be awarded.
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Starting Selection!
Hand selection is key for beginning players; here are the top 10 starting hands and as a beginner you should be looking to only play these hands: AA, KK, QQ, AK, JJ, AQ, KQ, AJ, KJ and AT. Sometimes in early position you may even want to avoid playing KQ, AJ, KJ and AT as you will often find your self outkicked if you hit a pair.
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Position, Position, Position!
Hold'em is a game of information; The player with the most information on opponents generally wins the most! So position is an important factor to consider, the later your position to act is the more information you will have about the table. The dealer button is the most premium position as the majority of players have to act before you preflop and all have to act before you post flop. Therefore you can make the most correct decision simply by seeing what everyone else at the table is going to do before you.
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It's all about the Odds!
Seek of hearing about Pot odds, implied odds or Expected Value? Then visit the Tips and Strategy Forum for more details. But to be a decent poker player you need to be aware of the basic maths behind the game and Brett Kay has written some quality beginners documents in relation to pot odds and calculating the odds of you winning a hand. Join the 888PL Forum here!
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More Points up for grabs
By playing in venue you can win even more points! The 888PL competition now awards massive points bonuses to all players who play in venue! All Foundation and Challenge Away games have a X5 points multiplier attached to them. So if you're chasing points for the Dream Team Score Board get down to your local 888PL venue ASAP!
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