When I was little, my mom had a favorite saying that she would often repeat to me: “See the forest, not just the trees.” While she was talking about life in general, I believe that this principle may be applied to the poker table as well, particularly Texas Holdem Sit and Go (SnG) tournaments. Read the rest of this entry »

The capability to cheaply and anonymously play online is the main cause of the increasing popularity of Texas Hold’Em. Smaller online tournaments via satellites allow people to try out games and also provide opportunity to enter into big time tournaments like World Series of Poker. It was in 1998 that playing poker online started gaining popularity. It can be attributed to the media exposure of Texas Hold’Em in various movies, game shows and advertisements. Read the rest of this entry »

Texas Hold’Em is the most popular variation of Poker played by millions and millions in Casinos, Online or at home. If you are familiar with poker, it would be very easy for you to understand the few differences. If not, this step by step guide is helpful for you. It is important to know the basic rules, and then all you need is jump right away to that table with people willing to teach and help you through. Practice is the best teacher. If you do not have anyone to teach you, you could always play in dozens of online sites offering free practice plays and strategy tutorials. As for now, you need the basics. These will be your foundation to be the poker champion you could be! Read the rest of this entry »