1. What are the basics of poker etiquette?

Whether you’re playing at a home game or in a casino, there is basic poker etiquette that any player should know and follow. These basic poker rules of good behavior make sure the game is fair and runs smoothly, no matter what kind of game...

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2. Can I have a friend sit next to me who is not playing?

Generally the answer is NO, although a friend may sit BACK from the table to watch only if agreed by all players on the table and the Tournamant Director. At the first sign of cheating, such as the friend attempting to see other players cards, the...

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3. Why can't I use my mobile phone at the table?

Apart from being rude, it is rather annoying for other players and disrupts thier play. Please turn your mobile OFF before starting a game!

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4. What are the 10 best starting hands in Poker?

1. Ace-Ace This is the best Hold'em poker hand you can hope to have. It's the best of the best, and will win more than any other hand. Also known as American Airlines, pocket rockets, and bullets. 2. King-King This 2nd-best hold'em hand is...

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5. Bluffing Basics: What Does it Mean to Bluff in Poker?

Bluffing is one of the key elements of poker and what makes it such a great game. If in every game of poker, every player knew every other players’ cards, the best hand would always win. What fun is that? But the fact that poker is a game of...

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6. To bluff or not to bluff ?

Many players make the mistake of thinking that bluffing means that every X number of hands, you must pretend you have a big hand, no matter what he/she has or what other players appear to have. That technically may be bluffing, since that player is...

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7. What are some poker "tells" ?

One of the key skills most good poker players have is the ability to read their opponents at the table. That is why you hear so much about “poker tells.” A “tell” is any physical reaction, kind of behavior, or habit that gives (or tells) the...

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8. What are the top 10 tips for poker?

Want to become a better player, fast? Follow these 10 tips to boost your poker performance & profits. While geared to beginner players, there's poker tips that even seasoned pros should remind themselves of once in a while. 1. Don't Play...

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9. What are the top 10 poker hands pre flop?

The following is a list of 5-card poker hands, from the absolute best to worst. This list assumes no jokers or wild cards are being used. 1. Royal Flush A royal straigh flush is when you have 10-J-Q-K-A, all of the same suit. 2. Straight...

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10. What is a Kicker?

Definition: A kicker is a card used in poker to decide ties -- for instance, if two players have a pair of Aces, who wins will be decided by who has the highest unpaired card, i.e. if one player has a pair of aces and a king, and the other has a...

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