With regards to some of the 'controversy' that this initiative has caused. I have played on Skypoker virtually from the start, and consistently since. I stay because the games are good (not nearly as soft as they were though), but also because Sky is a brand that I know I can trust. I understand clearly, that everything they do is, ultimately, for profit. But they have a reputation to uphold, and, from my perspective, appear to be in this for the long run. They have also contributed a lot to poker in the Uk - Poker on TV, accesibility to people who did not play before (no download, through TV), SkyPoker tour, Vegas promotions etc..... This has introduced a lot of players at 'entry level' - low buy in tourneys, and small stakes cash. These players are starting to filter up to higher levels - over the last few weeks I have seen SkyPoker hoodies and card protectors at £300 / £1k buy-in live tourneys. This doesn't mean that they always get it right - they don't, and noone does. But they are prepared to try different stuff, and give back to the players - invest in the future if you like. So by all means make your comments, and express your dissatisfaction - but keep it in perspective. Lecture over - off my chest now. Good luck all. Posted by jakally
With regards to some of the 'controversy' that this initiative has caused. I have played on Skypoker virtually from the start, and consistently since. I stay because the games are good (not nearly as soft as they were though), but also because Sky is a brand that I know I can trust. I understand clearly, that everything they do is, ultimately, for profit. But they have a reputation to uphold, and, from my perspective, appear to be in this for the long run. They have also contributed a lot to poker in the Uk - Poker on TV, accesibility to people who did not play before (no download, through TV), SkyPoker tour, Vegas promotions etc..... This has introduced a lot of players at 'entry level' - low buy in tourneys, and small stakes cash. These players are starting to filter up to higher levels - over the last few weeks I have seen SkyPoker hoodies and card protectors at £300 / £1k buy-in live tourneys. This doesn't mean that they always get it right - they don't, and noone does. But they are prepared to try different stuff, and give back to the players - invest in the future if you like. So by all means make your comments, and express your dissatisfaction - but keep it in perspective. Lecture over - off my chest now. Good luck all. Posted by jakally
Hi Jakally, Firstly, let me say good luck for the TP and thank you for letting me know why we should appreciate this site. I too have been on the site from the beginning and feel that i have a right to my opinions. I have been a staunch supporter of this site, but if i see something that i question, i will in the knowledge that Sky will give me honest feedback and that there will be a number of people who will jump to the defence of the site regardless. Today my self and another forum member questioned the age issue and it has helped 1 other site member to get an answer to something that WAS NOT clear(but in no way trying to deceive anyone).
In Response to Re: OFFICIAL TOTAL PLAYER THREAD : Hi Jakally, Firstly, let me say good luck for the TP and thank you for letting me know why we should appreciate this site. I too have been on the site from the beginning and feel that i have a right to my opinions. I have been a staunch supporter of this site, but if i see something that i question, i will in the knowledge that Sky will give me honest feedback and that there will be a number of people who will jump to the defence of the site regardless. Today my self and another forum member questioned the age issue and it has helped 1 other site member to get an answer to something that WAS NOT clear(but in no way trying to deceive anyone). rant over lol col Posted by mr_mbro
Col,
Thank you for your good wishes.
I think it is very healthy that you, and many others, express their opinions etc...
The age issue certainly needs some clarity, and hopefullly, by you raising the point, SP will sort it out.
But I have seen comments such as 'this promotion stinks' and others similar.
These are not very constructive, and the reason for my little rant.
Apologies, to you, or anyone else who has made constructive criticisms, if you thought that this was directed towards you.
How apt? Right after Mr Tuckman posts in the official Total Player thread, I've got an interview with the man himself up on the Total Player blog. Not that I'd make you go all that way to read it...
For my TP contestants - do me a favor and let me know when you play so if I get a minute free, I can watch you. Good luck to everyone! Posted by DAVID_T
Many congratulations to all those who have now been Mentor Picked, I'm delighted for every single one of you.
Here's the Nifty Nine, updated to include "boylebag" who was drafted in after "cowgomoo" withdrew, & Saturday's 3 picks. Those selected on Saturday are shown with an asterisk.
boylebag
cottlad
dantb10
jakally*
nutter5932*
penguin7
phil12uk*
pokerbcity
sharksbite
I've already congratulated the initial two batches of picks, & now I'd like to add boylebag, jakally, nutter5932, & phil12uk to that. Great stuff, well done all of you.
So far there's a lovely blend of players, some of whom have been with Sky Poker almost since it began, & others joined more recently.
Hi all fellow poker peeps, I think Jakally is spot on with his comments, myself and jakally have been on the site from week one and why do we stay with sky ? we know they are committed to the future of poker in the uk and continue to improve the site and always look into problems the site may have and work on them. With regards to the total player, they have done this for the poker players who they see fit for the 20k package, im sure they are not taking this lightly and will get it right.....
I sent you a Pm David and not sure if u got it. I'm on here playing pretty much every weekday from about 7ish - lots more than that at weekends! Posted by phil12uk
still trying to figure out how to get a PM - a bit new to this site thanks Phil - appreciate the info.
David Top of the page thiers My account - deposit funds - withdraw funds - bonuses and my profile - Click my profile and you should be able to see it on your right hand side Posted by Nutter5932
I think Total Player could be improved if other members of the community had the chance to win a % of the Total Player. So, if 40 of us each had 0.5% of the Vegas winnings, we'd all be cheering the TP on like nobody's business! Once you get down to the last 3, you could have 120 different community members each having a piece of the action - now think about the interest that would generate!
I think Total Player could be improved if other members of the community had the chance to win a % of the Total Player. So, if 40 of us each had 0.5% of the Vegas winnings, we'd all be cheering the TP on like nobody's business! Once you get down to the last 3, you could have 120 different community members each having a piece of the action - now think about the interest that would generate! BB Posted by BigBluster
Yeh except the poor sod who is playing would hardly win anything LOL
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Firstly, let me say good luck for the TP and thank you for letting me know why we should appreciate this site.
I too have been on the site from the beginning and feel that i have a right to my opinions.
I have been a staunch supporter of this site, but if i see something that i question, i will in the knowledge that Sky will give me honest feedback and that there will be a number of people who will jump to the defence of the site regardless.
Today my self and another forum member questioned the age issue and it has helped 1 other site member to get an answer to something that WAS NOT clear(but in no way trying to deceive anyone).
rant over lol
col
Good luck to everyone!
Good morning.
Many congratulations to all those who have now been Mentor Picked, I'm delighted for every single one of you.
Here's the Nifty Nine, updated to include "boylebag" who was drafted in after "cowgomoo" withdrew, & Saturday's 3 picks. Those selected on Saturday are shown with an asterisk.
boylebag
cottlad
dantb10
jakally*
nutter5932*
penguin7
phil12uk*
pokerbcity
sharksbite
I've already congratulated the initial two batches of picks, & now I'd like to add boylebag, jakally, nutter5932, & phil12uk to that. Great stuff, well done all of you.
So far there's a lovely blend of players, some of whom have been with Sky Poker almost since it began, & others joined more recently.
the_gibb
Top of the page thiers My account - deposit funds - withdraw funds - bonuses and my profile -
Click my profile and you should be able to see it on your right hand side
A very warm welcome to Sky Poker, most of us are mad, but dont count that against us lolol
Once you get down to the last 3, you could have 120 different community members each having a piece of the action - now think about the interest that would generate!
BB