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Pocket Pairs Preflop in No Limit Hold’em

Friday, November 30th, 2007

Being dealt a pocket pair can feel like a strong hand but they can lead you down a troubled road if not played correctly. The best advice is to play the top ones strongly but be prepared to let any pair go if things do not flop your way. Whilst pocket pairs have strong [...]

Starting Hands in No Limit Hold’em – Position is Everything

Thursday, November 29th, 2007

Like many things in life position is a huge advantage a in Texas Hold’em. Although unlike life you generally don’t want to be front of the queue. If you are the first player to act you will have to do so without seeing what every body else is doing first.
In poker your position [...]