A Neophyte Poker Player

Great site!

By the way I’m a certified neophyte in the world of poker. In fact, I just started playing 3 weeks ago. And because of being a neophyte, I guess it’s natural to have some questions in mind. I’m sure you can help me out because as far as I can see, you always provide sensible answers and advises to everyone asking here.

Well, my first question is about some of the players that rush to tables with a girl/boy friend, brother, best friend, etc. sitting next to each other, and basically observing and even helping each other. To some extent, there’s nothing wrong with this objectively, but sometimes this also becomes distracting for other players. Do you think it’s rude to separate couples or partners?

For my second question, well, it concerns about me coming down with the same person over and over again. The game always almost end up between me and that person. I’ve tried to observe his moves, strategies, etc. and I actually found out he got all the good stuff. Do you think I can crack him out though he’s that good?

Finally, my third question, is something about money management and limits. Honestly, I can’t afford to play in a casino or card room but I I really want to be a more well rounded poker through proper education. But I can’t do it because I don’t have the bankroll nor the social skills. Can you give me some advice on how to find a game, web sites that can help me out?

Thanks in advance!

Gino

Gino,

Most casinos it is acceptable for couples to sit together, unless they are helping each other. If that occurs, call the floor man and put a stop to it.

As far as your heads-up opponent, of course you can beat him. You will just have to devise your own strategy to beat him with. Your best bet would either to play small pot poker with him and crush him when you flop strong or to really push your advantages.

You can play on most online poker room at various limits. Pokerstars.com has real money games starting as low as .01-.02 and .10 sit-n-go tournaments. I would try that site first.

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