It’s no secret that to be successful in poker, players need to be able to adjust their game to different types of opponents and situations. This is particularly true in mixed games where the rules and dynamics change with every round. Let’s take a quick look at what poker mixed games are and some important […]

There are three main types of poker games: no limit, pot limit, and fixed limit. Each one has its own unique strategy and benefits. So, which type of poker game is right for you? Let’s take a look! No Limit Poker In no limit poker, there is no maximum bet amount. This means that players […]

Poker variants have been around since the game was first invented. The most popular ones today are Texas Hold’em and Omaha, but many other variants have been developed over the years. The history of poker is fascinating, and while its exact origins are hard to track down due to the countless variants that have taken […]

Moving up in stakes is a common dilemma for poker players. Most of us have the urge to do so, not only because we want to win more money, but also because we feel that it’s time to move up and challenge ourselves with tougher opponents. But how do you know when you should actually […]

If you’re serious about online poker, then you’ve probably heard about “HUDs”. But what exactly are they and how can you use them to improve your game? In this article, we’ll look at the basics of a poker HUD, and how it can help you become a better player, and a valuable feature in analyzing […]

It’s hard to believe, but it’s been nearly two decades since the poker boom first hit and sent the game of Texas Hold’em soaring in popularity. In that time, the industry surrounding poker has seen massive growth with new television shows, tournaments, and online platforms popping up seemingly every day. Naturally, this surge in popularity […]

Although there are a lot of good ways to take your poker game to the next level, far and away the most effective one is through direct poker coaching. Much like with any skill in life, working with an experienced coach or mentor allows you to turbocharge your growth, avoid common beginner mistakes, and get […]

With Americas Cardroom bringing the Million Dollar Jackpot back to the Jackpot SNG games, I thought it would be a great time to cover some basic strategy concepts to help you maximize your longevity in the games while awaiting that life-changing spin. Today, we look at the age-old poker question of to check-back or not […]

With Americas Cardroom bringing the Million Dollar Jackpot back to the Jackpot SNG games, I thought it would be a great time to cover some basic strategy concepts to help you maximize your longevity in the games while awaiting that life-changing spin. I’ve already mentioned a number of times on this blog that I believe […]

With Americas Cardroom bringing the Million Dollar Jackpot back to the Jackpot SNG games, I thought it would be a great time to cover some basic strategy concepts to help you maximize your longevity in the games while awaiting that life-changing spin. Preflop, Flop, Turn I don’t think there’s too much to talk about the […]

When it comes to the low-stake hyperturbo games – be they the Jackpot SNGs or Heads-up Hyperturbos – my motto has always been “a bad bluff is better than no bluff at all,” a creed that’s served me well over the years. In fact, if there was one quality I could instill in players looking […]

With Americas Cardroom bringing the Million Dollar Jackpot back to the Jackpot SNG games, I thought it would be a great time to cover some strategy concepts to help you maximize your longevity in the games while awaiting that life-changing spin. After putting in thousands upon thousands of three-handed hyperturbo games, here are three of […]

With Americas Cardroom bringing the Million Dollar Jackpot back to the Jackpot SNG games, I thought it would be a great time to cover some basic strategy concepts to help you maximize your longevity in the games while awaiting that life-changing spin. Opponent: This was my second consecutive game getting heads-up against this opponent and […]

With Americas Cardroom bringing the Million Dollar Jackpot back to the Jackpot SNG games, I thought it would be a great time to cover some basic strategy concepts to help you maximize your longevity in the games while awaiting that life-changing spin.     Situation: 97o HU otb ~9.5bbs against a fairly face up opponent […]

With Americas Cardroom bringing the Million Dollar Jackpot back to the Jackpot SNG games, I thought it would be a great time to cover some basic strategy concepts to help you maximize your longevity in the games while awaiting that life-changing spin. Today’s concept looks at a common mistake many players make when trying to […]