
BLACK FRIDAY: The poker world a year later
As we approach the one-year anniversary of Black Friday, I thought it would be worth looking back on where the poker industry has been and

As we approach the one-year anniversary of Black Friday, I thought it would be worth looking back on where the poker industry has been and

How many times after you’ve been eliminated from a tournament have you complained you were card dead? I find card-dead stories more repellent than bad-beat

By Scott Long It was shortly after 4 a.m., and players were starting to line up. As the evening night gave way to the morning

I’d like to give you a little challenge: Go to Google and try to find information on hourly rates for live tournament poker professionals. You’ll

I’m always surprised by how many tournament players are willing to risk their tournaments by going all-in preflop with little knowledge of their chances to

Talking strategy is a great tool to improve your game, and I’d argue it’s damn near integral. Just be conscious of where and when you discuss strategy. I recently played the World Series of Poker Circuit in West Palm Beach, Fla. On Day 2 of the $1,600 main event, I overheard two players at my […]

Being a poker author and teacher has been amazing. In my wildest dreams, I never imagined my books becoming as popular as they have, nor

Jim Valvano always will be remembered for his quote “Don’t give up; don’t ever give up.” This quote is the motto of the Jimmy V

When you’re playing poker, or doing anything else in life, it’s extremely beneficial to think ahead. For example, when you’re walking across the street, you

Central California Road Trip, by Scott Long Featuring all of the natural splendor the Golden State has to offer, you can climb a mountain or swim in the Pacific Ocean in Central California. And when you’re ready to take your adventure inside, you’re sure to discover you don’t have to visit the biggest cities in […]



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