I will providing a complete report from behind the scenes of the BEST DAMN POKER SHOW to be aired on FOX in late October. Twenty-four contestants were invited to San Manual Casino in Highland, California. Contestants could gain an invite through video submission, an online freeroll, or live auditions in Las Vegas during the WSOP. I was on TEAM HELLMUTH, and this will be a three part post.

I have also posted an identical post in another forum.

PART ONE

A) Phil Hellmuth was everything I thought he would be. He insists on being the center of attention and likes to play the role of the baller. He is the kind of guy that buys champagne all night, then reminds everyone the next day that he bought champagne all night and how much it cost. Naturally, he made us wear Poker Brat clothing attire during the broadcast as TEAM HELLMUTH to which Annie inquired, "How much is he paying you guys?'
B) Phil stated that during this years 50K HORSE that Layne Flack held a large stake in Scotty Nyugen and that he attended filming of the final table because Layne owed Phil money, and it was ‘overdue’.
C) One of the members of TEAM HELLMUTH inquired about Tom Dwan’s challenge to Phil to a heads up challenge. Phil stated that he would NOT play Tom heads up simply because Phil had nothing to gain and everything to lose. Phil stated, and I quote, ‘all I can win is money’, as he implied that Tom stood to gain more by defeating Phil in a match. (bragging rights, notoriety, press coverage?)
D) One of the members of TEAM HELLMUTH asked Phil if the wrecking of the UB race car was a publicity stunt. Naturally, Phil denied that the wreck was a publicity stunt, but his denial was unconvincing. I remain unsure and skeptical. He did say though that the film speed was sped up (to create an illusion that the wreck was more violent?)
E) At one point, there was a miscommunication as to the pairings in round two competitions between TEAM HELLMUTH and TEAM DUKE. Phil was not present at this time as Mark ‘Poker Ho’ Kroon represented TEAM HELLMUTH. Mark stated that the pairings WERE NOT what he and Phil had submitted. Annie Duke’s point was simply that the submissions were ‘blind’ and that TEAM HELLMUTH had no point. Matt Savage ruled (correctly in my unbiased opinion) that the matches would continue as scheduled. After the ruling, Annie stated in front of many on the set that ‘Phil is such a douche’, and I playfully replied, ‘Annie, that’s my coach you’re talking about!’ Annie then asked me point blank, 'Scotty, are you telling me Phil Hellmuth IS NOT a douchebag?' I replied simply. 'I like Phil. and I like you Annie. I think much more of you both NOW that I've gotten to know guys'
F) TEAM HELLMUTH then met informally on the set based on the question of the pairings. I told Phil that Annie said he was a douchebag (I just couldn't resist stirring that pot). Phil replied that he felt Annie had been 'acting crazy lately' and that Mark was in a 'tough spot' as Annie was both Mark and Shawn Rice's 'BOSS'. (Yes, it was comical.)

Ultimate Bet’s coordination of the whole affair could be characterized as ‘lacking’ in typical UB fashion. I was sure that I was in group two during the second day’s play, but my comrades on TEAM HELLMUTH felt I was mistaken. (I was correct). Inquiries by the contestants as to what the prize packages being offered were met by vagueness and ultimately, UB trimmed the prize packages from what was being offered in Season One of the show. Six Aruba packages were offered in Season One (for the winning team) and a Main Event package for the winner (last year Tracy Scala). Only three Aruba packages were offered this year and Ultimate Bet (in my never humble opinion) truly NEVER was forthcoming in this regard despite MANY inquiries from members of both teams.

As a contestant, I was required to 'be available' approxiamately 40 hours over three days (including a 16 hour day the day before the final table). I feel that the scheldue was overwhelming for the contestants AND that this was a result of a 'lack of coordination' on Ultimate Bet's part. I would, in fact go on to make the final table. There were many hurt feelings among the contestants as many of them had much invested in the show.

I plan to post PART TWO NO LATER than tommorow morning.

Good luck and ENJOY!

Scott Clark

so Annie is mark and shawn's BOSS? wow thought she was just helping with tourney schedules.....Like anyone believes her constant bs.
to think that a show put on by UB was anything but a cluster F*** should not shock anyone

F ub and AP

Every one loves Scotty!

 

Originally Posted by dTm328

so Annie is mark and shawn's BOSS? wow thought she was just helping with tourney schedules.....Like anyone believes her constant bs.
to think that a show put on by UB was anything but a cluster F*** should not shock anyone

F ub and AP

Just FYI...I am not H0 or Shawn's Boss.

I will not post PART 3 here due to a lack of interest. If you would like to follow the developments go to...

http://forumserver.twoplustwo.com/29...r-show-300065/

On the subject of Phil saying Annie was Ho and Shawn's BOSS. Keep in mind that Mark 'Poker Ho' Kroon NEVER corrected Phil when he stated that Annie was HO and Rice's boss. Feel free to ask Jason, who was certainly present, and clearly heard Phil make this statement...

http://www.pocketfives.com/poker-for...306966#3306966

part 3 plz, and more on annie lying imo

I would love to see part 3 of your post.

EDIT: I read it at 2+2 - very interesting read.