Tonight, my local B&M (that's brick & mortar) is doing something they've never done before -- hosting an absolute freeroll. The house is putting $500 in the pot - $0 for the buy-in - no re-buys - no add-ons. Winner takes all (although, of course, remaining players can agree to a chop). I expect that this is going to be a total & complete donkfest....with even the best players playing like total asses & just doing whatever they can to keep doubling-up - nothing to lose, right? I try to play a tight, aggressive game - although I'm probably a bit too tight & passive, at times, for my own good. Any strategy tips for this kind of donkfest tourney?
2006-10-10 04:37:32 · 8 answers · asked by captain2man 3 in Games & Recreation ➔ Gambling
update: Casinotime gets a thumbs down for not even reading the question. Yeah - I know what a freeroll is...thanks.
Anyway - the tourney actually played out quite normally. 56 entrants. I finished in the top 5 - and we chopped the pot evenly. Cashing out is always a good thing. Thanks for the answers that were actually RESPONSIVE. To the others - geesh - don't you even read the questions before asnwering?
2006-10-11 06:53:42 · update #1
it sounds like u n i have the same basic style of play. id b even more tight at the beginning of the tourny, letting the bad players weed themselves out.
it sounds like u have a pretty firm grasp on how to play so i think thats about all i can really help u with, but ill throw in a couple of things that u almost surely already know.
in these situations i like to only play hands early on thatll get me big pots, dont mix it up w anything but the best hands. n even then dont pay much to do so. id fold hands like K-Q at this time unless it was a perfect situation (limpin in w like 1 or 2 other players, most likely a blind and/or late position limper). if u can limp in or get in fairly cheap, id play any pair or A-X suited.
if i got in w the pair id only continue if i flopped a set. and if i got in w the A -X suited id only look for the nut flush (not paying much after the flop to chase it). since at the very beginning therell most likely b a lot of people in on the flop at this point, i wouldnt take much of a chance if i hit my A on the flop, even a strong A.
n if you hit the nut flush, or your set with a board that doesnt threaten it, slow play it. those guys love to attack weakness, so showing them some could get u an allin bet or huge raise that u can play back at em.
2006-10-10 06:48:16 · answer #1 · answered by john 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
OK! I understand exactly how you feel. I am a poker player who enjoys the sights, sounds, and feel of live and or online poker. Been playing for four years now and STILL have not learned everything there is to know. Poker is ever-changing and the "basic" strategy you are looking for is non-existant. Experience, with a bit of textbook knowledge, is what you need. Hand ranking is relative. If I told you to NEVER play 7-2, I would be doing you more harm than good. It depends on the situation, players, position, stakes, etc. If you really want to get better, practice. But, when you practice, make sure you are following a proper/ efficient strategy. Things to do next time you go to the casino: * Before you play, try to watch some hands. See what the other players are showing (card wise). Watch their faces, bodies, and listen to their comments. *Choosing the right game is one of the most important elements of a good poker player. Pick a game that is one you can afford to lose. Don't put your entire bankroll in one game. *Be confident. It's always good to have a "poker face" at the table. But, that doesn't mean to sit there quietly and stare at the table the whole time. Engage in light chatter. Small talk. Ask questions to the players around you. It's always good to ask them probing questions regarding a certain hand they just won. With a nice, and friendly attitude of course. *If you are going to talk, try not to say anything that might assist other players in deducing you're strategies. "I totally should have overbet that pot if I wanted to bluff that guy out!" might give someone insight into your next attempt at "buying" a pot. *Poker is fun, intimdating, money taking and giving. Enjoy the game while you learn! Keep a tab on your wins, losses, and bankroll. Be very honest with yourself. The numbers don't lie and they can help steer you in a better direction. Just switching to a different table limit can make a ton of difference sometimes. **Lastly, don't let the swings bring you down. You are going to win some, and, alot of times, lose some. There have been times that I have gone weeks without a good night at the tables. And, if I let that bother me, I might have given up on one of the greatest games in the world. Take your losses in stride and more importantly, LEARN from them. Good luck to you. I wish you the best. Poker has been very fulfilling for me these last four years.
2016-03-18 07:25:11 · answer #2 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2006-10-10 19:16:18 · answer #3 · answered by Poker Guide 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Walk into it aggressive but smart. Feel it out. There will be a lot of loose playing. Don't get caught up in this too soon. I would play smart and observant. Watch for tells. Watch for the novice and watch for the pro. Then as you feel comfortable tighten up a bit. Play it smart. Change your play a lot. Don't give out your style.
2006-10-10 04:45:46 · answer #4 · answered by APBT lover 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tight and mildly aggressive is the way to go. Try and stay out of the big pots early on and wait for the rush that will come. Just hang in and don't do anything foolish
2006-10-10 10:56:35 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2006-10-10 23:42:18 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
I'd say change your style to tight agressive for these freerolls. Just wait for some decent starting cards, and then play them hard.
2006-10-10 11:37:40 · answer #7 · answered by Big Kahuna 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Alot of articles about tournament donk fests
2006-10-10 14:15:03 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋