Poker Articles

July 2007 - Posts

• Luck Unappreciated

  
  

  2005 Main Event champion Joseph Hachem and noted pro Dutch Boyd were heads-up in the $2500 6-Handed NLHE event at the 2006 WSOP. Boyd had a solid chip lead, but couldn’t put Hachem away in several all-in showdowns. After the third hand, where Hachem’s... Read More... Posted Jul 31 2007, 02:03 AM by grapsfan with No Comments

• A Video Just For P5s

  
  

  I decided to make a 20 minute sample video instead of an article this month. In this video, I am playing 2-4 NL 6-max on FTP. I feel this is an excellent video to share with the P5s community, because it shows a wide range of concepts that both beginners... Read More... Posted Jul 27 2007, 12:57 AM by Green Plastic with No Comments

• Recovering From a Downswing

  
  

  Everyone loves to win at poker. Playing the game seems effortless when you’re winning. Decisions become easier, playing is fun, and hopefully you get to enjoy the fruits of your success by buying or doing something special. At the end of every winning... Read More... Posted Jul 24 2007, 03:45 AM by Zpaceman with No Comments

• Cashing in with AA In Position

  
  

  I want to address a common problem that we all face with pocket aces; we just aren’t getting enough action. Shorthanded NLHE can be especially frustrating because with fewer players, the odds of another strong hand at the table are significantly lower... Read More... Posted Jul 20 2007, 12:34 AM by CrabClaws with No Comments

• Play a Hand With Me

  
  

  Just a little background on who I am. I’ve been playing poker for a living for the past year and been playing online for the last 4 years. I’ve been playing cash games exclusively since November and have improved dramatically over this time period. I... Read More... Posted Jul 18 2007, 02:37 AM by browerkid with No Comments

• Short-Handed Play

  
  

  My favorite thing about short-handed play is that it makes me pay attention right from the start. Many times in a ten-handed NLHE tourney I play the beginning of the tournament on autopilot. I play my cards and let the cards dictate my play. Boring. Short... Read More... Posted Jul 17 2007, 03:14 AM by seal with No Comments

• BeL0WaB0Ve's WSOP Blog: Part IV

  
  

  We're featuring Kevin "BeL0WaB0Ve" Saul's blog throughout this year's World Series of Poker. For full coverage of what's going on out in Vegas, visit www.pocketfives.com/live2 . The week leading up to event 25 was filled with... Read More... Posted Jul 13 2007, 04:26 PM by BeL0WaB0Ve with No Comments

• It's Only a Win if You Keep the Money

  
  

  A lot has been written about bankroll management, and how to protect your money in a gambling environment. I have made my share of contributions on the topic, to the point of questioning why I’m back at it again. But I recently read a very familiar quote... Read More... Posted Jul 13 2007, 02:11 AM by grapsfan with No Comments

• Downsides to Being an Internet Pro

  
  

  If I were to pick one day in my life that has changed me the most, I would have to pick the day I discovered poker. Before poker I was an aimless kid with few hopes and fewer options. My family did not have the money to pay for the groceries half the... Read More... Posted Jul 11 2007, 12:32 AM by Assassinato with No Comments

• Should You Play Turbo or Regular SNG's?

  
  

  One of the most frequently asked questions in Poker Discussion has to do with a player wondering if Turbo (Speed) SNGs or Regular SNGs are more profitable. I also get this question a lot from my students. In this article, I will address the most typical... Read More... Posted Jul 10 2007, 12:05 AM by Jennifear with 1 Comments