Poker Strategy

Mixed Game Poker Strategy: A Situational Call Reaps Big Pot in Stud-8

March 07 2010

I was recently playing a HORSE sit-n-go on Full Tilt Poker and had an interesting situation in a Stud-8 hand. I started the hand with 3-4-6 with only a 7 and a 2 showing around the table for straight outs. Two other sixes were showing and they both called the deuce bring-in. I also just called as I wanted to see how fourth street developed.

Mixed Game Poker Strategy: Board Locking in Razz

February 19 2010

Of the five games of HORSE, Razz is the game that tends to frustrate and bewilder most players. The concept of the game is simple, make the worst hand. Many figure that the game is as simple as starting with three low cards and then hope their hand develops. While that is true, there are many little nuances that people miss in the game.

Mixed Game Poker Strategy: Pitfalls to Avoid in Omaha-8

February 03 2010

Besides Texas Holdem, the only other flop game in H.O.R.S.E. is Omaha Hi-Lo split, also known as Omaha 8 or Better. In Omaha-8, you are looking to put yourself in the best position to scoop pots. However, there are many traps that new Omaha-8 players fall into while learning the game. Let’s take a look at some of these pitfalls.

If You Must Draw – Draw to the Nuts

Mixed Game Poker Strategy: Getting Started in Stud-8

January 23 2010

Stud 8 or Better is a game that is often misunderstood by new players. The object of the game is to scoop pots. However, many players get caught in the trap of playing too many hands in the hopes of splitting a pot. Let’s go over some things you should look for and some things to stay away from when playing Stud 8.

Going for the Scoop

Mixed Game Strategy: Basic HORSE Strategy

January 04 2010

Looking to learn how to play H.O.R.S.E.? You are not alone. Players around the world are beginning to turn their attention away from No Limit Texas Hold’em and towards mixed games as an alternate or even exclusive source of poker revenue. If you are new to the game, here are a few strategy tips to help you while you are learning the game.

Poker Strategy: The Benefits of Poker Study and Self Assessment

December 24 2009

Today I want to talk about the importance of studying as you work your way through the low stakes and move up in games. Poker strategy is so complex, and is not an exact science, so you need to understand as many different styles as possible in order to exploit your opponents. These days there are many mediums which you can access in order to develop your own style and your own game. These are:

Poker Strategy: Basic Bankroll Management

October 25 2009

So you’ve been successful at the home games with your mates, played a few pub games and now made your first deposit into an online poker site ready to take on the world and win the Sunday Million. You deposit $100 into PokerStars, play a few $33 tournaments, suffer a few bad beats and convince yourself that online poker is rigged, and give up.  

Swimming With The Sharks: Half-Pot Hazards

October 09 2009

Last weeks edition of SWTS was a basic rundown of Omaha Hi-Lo. I know normally I cover Omaha, but for now I’m branching out into Hi-Lo. This week, I’m going to get a bit more complicated, with a focus on the title: half-pot hazards.  

Swimming With The Sharks: Chop Chop

October 01 2009

After tackling the world of Omaha since my articles began, I thought it only fair that I talk briefly about a game that most Omaha players will encounter if they become serious players. Omaha Hi-Lo is far more complicated than regular Omaha, but with some simple strategies you can at least understand the game.  

Swimming With The Sharks: Tell Me More

September 23 2009

Well, it’s been quite a while since the last edition made its way to the PNW screens, and I do apologise for that. It’s been a mix of being away (I spent some time in Queensland as well as Cambodia) and not playing a lot of Omaha. I think it’s fair to say that I should not be giving advice about the game unless I am playing it! But I am back, and ready to deliver. This week, I would like to cover some Omaha tells that often can make the difference between making a lot of money.