Adapting Your C-Bet Strategy for Wet vs. Dry Boards
C-betting or continuation betting is one of the most common, as well as misunderstood, plays in poker. To employ it is pretty straightforward: you raise pre-flop, then get called, then raise again on the flop, whether you have hit the board or not. Yet, the success of a c-bet is heavily dependent upon the kind […]
Bankroll management: from poker to casino games
No matter how much they talk about strategy, luck, or a “gut feeling,” the players who survive in the gambling world are the ones who know how to manage money. Bankroll management is not just a dry term from poker textbooks. This is the philosophy that distinguishes a gambler from a gambling tourist, and a […]
Essential Strategies for Thriving in Live Poker Environments
Live poker feels different the very second you pull up a chair. The sound of chips clicking, the hum of hushed conversations, that electric tension in the air; it all demands a unique approach. Before stepping into a real-money game in a land-based poker room or casino, it’s worth reviewing a comprehensive live poker strategy […]
Reading between the cards: The cognitive mechanics behind modern poker success
When you sit at a poker table, the idea of “random luck” might dominate casual conversation; yet, modern professionals increasingly treat the game as a test of cognitive skill. Research demonstrates that long-term outcomes in online poker are far more influenced by skill than chance. Experienced players tend to remain ahead over time, showing that […]
Getting Started with Craps Table Etiquette
The exciting, communal atmosphere of craps depends on players following a mix of official rules and unwritten customs. Learning this etiquette is your ticket to a good time, ensuring the game flows well and stays fun for everyone involved. A solid grasp of the game’s basics also helps you act correctly at the table. For […]
Mixed Game Festival XII Returns to Resorts World Las Vegas, November 16–20
We’re excited to announce that the 12th edition of the Mixed Game Festival will take place at Resorts World Las Vegas from November 16–20, 2025! For five straight days, poker players will once again enjoy round-the-clock low-stakes mixed game action in one of the city’s premier poker rooms. Cash games will be spread at limits […]
From the Gridiron to the Felt – NFL Players Who Play Poker
Poker has always had a special appeal beyond the walls of the casino. It blends psychology, mathematics, and competition in a way that attracts people from all walks of life. Among its fans are professional athletes who, after experiencing the thrill of their sport, find a similar rush at the poker table. Football players, in […]
