Re: DPT Games & Schedules

PoWdA · PoWdA on Mon Jan 05, 2009 3:45 pm

Mondogarage wrote:
I would like to hear more stories of big tourney scores, though. I don't have any to share after my Caesar's Deep Stack cash from last summer because I haven't been back to Vega$ since...

I wouldn't call it big but I am in second place of 8 left at a final table on Stars right now... Drop by. I might not chat as I tend to not chat at the table (onine only obv) but still a tourney win (most likeley) nonetheless.

Mondogarage · Mondogarage on Mon Jan 05, 2009 6:38 pm

PoWdA wrote:
Mondogarage wrote:
I would like to hear more stories of big tourney scores, though. I don't have any to share after my Caesar's Deep Stack cash from last summer because I haven't been back to Vega$ since...
I wouldn't call it big but I am in second place of 8 left at a final table on Stars right now... Drop by. I might not chat as I tend to not chat at the table (onine only obv) but still a tourney win (most likeley) nonetheless.

Ah, wish I could...still at the office, and no JokerStars on my work PC, fo'sho. But GL and I hope you take it downS!

Math Backwards · Math Backwards on Tue Jan 06, 2009 1:09 am

Hey, good luck to you. Continue to make money. Fact is people play differently when there is no cash on the line. Lots of bad players playing free poker. I never berate bad play. Yes, the donkeys are beatable and yes they suck out. I find being a nut peddler rather boring. Otherwise you would see me 4-tabling .25-.50. Bar poker used to be fun, now it bores me. I prefer to win cash.

And since mondo started a list about what pisses him of about bar poker, let me add this. It sucks being bumped down the list by the extra dealer who ends up playing instead of dealing. Let him go home, not cut in line!

Denver Poker Tour wrote:I believe that the Denver Poker Tour is out promoting the game of poker. I also believe that we are encouraging players to participate in a game that has made a resounding comeback across America over the last 5 - 6 years. I don't believe it is up to anyone to decide on how someone else should play their cards.
This was all free for the player to participate. Maybe they're playing poker for a different reason than you are, but they don't deserve your insulting remarks.

If the asshats were on this forum, I would find another venue to vent. I tell you what, you run your poker games for free, and I'll tell everyone who plays them how wonderful they are.

Denver Poker Tour wrote:
idh78 wrote:people honestly still play bar poker??? why would anyone subject themselves to that? I guess if you are an alcoholic with no life.....

Yes they are! In fact, this is a multi-million dollar a year business for my company, and many others across the United States. It is even making even more money for the bars and restaurants that host the events and tournaments. The restaurants and bars are happy to see the players come into their establishments and play the game. In this day and age of the economy, it's nice to see that people are still going out and spending money and time trying to enjoy themselves in a game of poker.

Recently, I had a discussion with several members of the poker community around Colorado. I asked them the question, "What is the biggest problem with poker?" Everyone at the table agreed on the same thing. "Elitism"

People believe that they are better than everyone else, they should be treated better than everyone else, and if they lose its' not their fault, its' the play of the "donkeys" at the table. The false sense of superiority that many players have is amazing. People act as though they are the World's Best Poker Player, and can't believe that anyone would ever challenge them in a game. "Don't you know who I am? I can't believe that you called me with that crap hand! What are you stupid?" Well did you win or lose the hand? If you won, then what do you care? Take their chips and move on. If you lost, all of a sudden you think you're the next Phil Helmuth. You just want to berate the player and make a scene at the table. (Or post it on your favorite BLOG). Why? Why do you feel the need to berate the player or the situation? Is this your way of saying "It's not my fault I lost, too many donkeys in the game." I am sorry that you have never, EVER, sucked out a card on the river, or went runner-runner to win a hand and knock someone out, or take their chips.

Lastly, the Denver Poker Tour has been going strong for over 5 years in the Metro Denver area. In that time, I have frequented many poker blogs and forums over the years. What I have noticed more than anything else, maybe I was looking for it, was the limited amount or lack of actual success stories. I mean a real success story! We used to see, on another site, Danny talk about going to Las Vegas and looking forward to playing in the WSOP. Or Keith talking about his recent trip to Las Vegas with his wife. Whatever happened to the "I went to Vegas, played at the Golden Nugget $65 + $40 11am tournament. I took 2nd Place and got $1800.00."

Whatever happened to the encouragement of others who play the game, and hopes of their success?

Whatever happened to people accepting the play of others at the table?

Whatever happened to the fun? The thrill of the win? The adrenaline rush you get when you flop the nuts?

I REALLY miss all of that.

Brian Masters
Denver Poker Tour

Denver Poker Tour · Denver Poker Tour on Tue Jan 27, 2009 3:23 pm

This post was originally put on a different thread by mistake. The person who pointed that out has my thanks.

DPT Super Bowl Party
and Poker Tournament

Sunday February 1st, 2009
Rack'em Billiards
1919 South Havana
Denver, CO.
303-755-7675

On Sunday, February 1st we will be hosting a HUGE Super Bowl Party for our many groups. This will be an all day event, feel free to come out anytime. This is what we will be doing!

Doors Open at Noon so does Registration!

1 PM - Closure Poker Tournament (FREE TO PLAY)

Only the first 120 people will be allowed to play.
(There is NO prize being awarded for the Poker Tournament other than a Trinket Trophy)
Each player will start with 10,000 in chips,
Blinds will start at 25 - 50 and rounds will be 25 Minutes

2 PM to 6 PM

Catered Buffet provided by ME, Brian Masters.
(Those who know me, know I am great in the kitchen)
Food will be served from 2 PM to 6 PM! Scroll down for some of the planned menu items. Food will be on a first come, first serve basis until food runs out.

4:28 PM Official Kick Off
Football Bingo will start, prizes will be awarded throughout the game.

End of Game - Door Prize drawing for Trip for Two to Las Vegas, and a cash prize drawing. Don't forget to bring your Deep Stack night certificate WINS (1st Place only) for an additional ticket.

Must be present to win!

Promotional give-a-ways, free stuff, other contests will be held all day long.

The cost at the door is:

$12.00 per person cover charge
Includes Free Buffet, and at least 1 FREE Drink Per Person, Door Prize Drawing Ticket

Last year we hosted this event and had over 100 people attend. We gave away over $1000.00 in cash & prizes. this year, we hope it will be bigger!

See you there!
Brian Masters
Restaurant & Bar Digger

Sample of the Menu:
Wings
Potato Skins
Hamburgers
Hotdogs
Taco / Nacho Bar
Smoked Beef, Chicken, and Pork Platters
Sliced Deli Meats
Cheeses
Fruits / Vegetable Platters
Brian's Mystery Bites
Assorted Deserts
...and more!

Denver Poker Tour · Denver Poker Tour on Wed Feb 25, 2009 1:19 pm

The Denver Poker Tour is teaming up with the www.AdrenalineChicks.com charity to bring you an exciting team Poker Tournament.

Saturday March 21st, 2009
Registration begins at Noon
Tournament begins at 1:30 PM
Location: Rack'em Billiards 1919 South Havana (Havana & Jewell)
Cost: $20.00 Suggested Donation for each Team Member
Suggested Donation Includes: Lunch for all players

The Denver Poker Tour is putting on a Team Poker Tournament. Each team will consist of THREE (3) members. Participants will compete in a traditional Denver Poker Tour format. Players will be awarded points for their play based upon two categories:
1. How the individual player finishes in the tournament. Points will be awarded for each position in the tournament.
2. How many "Bounty Chips" the player accumulates by taking out a fellow competitor. (The individual player will only lose there own "Bounty Chip" and not the "Bounty Chips" that they have accumulated.) A standard "Bounty Chip" is worth 4 points. The Team Captain's "Bounty Chip" is worth 10 points. So take out the Captain first!
The total points for each team will be added up and placed against all other competing teams. The teams, Top 3, will be awarded prizes for their play.

Prizes Include, but are not limited too:
1st Place Team will receive Trophy and each member will receive a "Golden Ticket" Invitation into the Denver Poker Tour Final Championships in June 2009. The Three (3) members of the team will also receive DPT VIP Cards for the remainder of the 2009 calendar year.
2nd Place Team will receive Trophy and the Three (3) members of the team will also receive DPT VIP Cards for the remainder of the 2009 calendar year.
3rd Place Team will receive Trophy and the Three (3) members of the team will also receive DPT VIP Cards for the remainder of the 2009 calendar year.
1st Place Player will also receive, if not necessarily on the 1st Place Team, a "Golden Ticket" Invitation into the Denver Poker Tour Final Championships in June 2009, and a Trophy acknowledging their performance.

So, grab some friends, create a team and come out and show us just how good your really are!

Brian Masters
Denver Poker Tour

Denver Poker Tour · Denver Poker Tour on Mon Jun 22, 2009 1:37 pm

Congratulations goes out to Sam Scott of Team DPT for yet another cash in the World Series of Poker. http://www.bluffmagazine.com/players/minor-scott/56143/player-profile.asp

We look forward to seeing how well he does in this weekends' United Bar Poker Tour / Denver Poker Tour National Championships where the winner will receive the $10,000 World Series of Poker Main Event Seat.

Brian Masters
UBPT / DPT

DPT Games & Schedules