I for one agree with you Will that we should all be playing and battling eachother to find the best player. And its done over too short a time period to determine who is best.. 3 nights? You can run so bad or good over 3 days. And people that play these stakes and know the fish at these stakes have a huge advantage as they can just table select and avoid the good players. Imo your right about that aspect.
Having said that I think you might be throwing your toys out of the pram here mate, no disrespect.
Couple of weeks ago I tried firefox, someone reccomended it to me, n it was alot sharper, but it crashed a couple of times completely mid hand...which I cudnt handle, IE was slow, but at least it got there in the end. I will try it again... Mr Orford suggested google chrome, thats on my desktop atm, didnt really try that properly, Ill give it a go this week. Scotty also suggested one, that I havent tried yet, I forgot what he said, safari something I think? Plenty of time to try that though. Im constantly clearing temp internet files and cookies ..... The lappy isnt too old, maybe a couple of years, is that old? - Maybe its just time to buy a new en. Thanx for ya help, i'll figure something out. DOHH Posted by DOHHHHHHH
My first resort would be to try someone else's lappy on your connection. If this acts the same, it's probably your internet connection that's at fault. Make sure you have filters on every line (not just the one your router is connected to). As a final resort, try physically connecting your lappy to the router using the yellow ethernet cable.
Also change your browser, Internet Explorer was written by Beelzebub to stop normal people experiencing the true beauty of the online world. Any browser will do, personally I use Firefox, but Chrome or Safari are both pretty solid.
Good luck to the players tonight. Cheers for the replies Tikay, it’s been too long…how are you getting on these days? As Naomi pointed out it’s amazing how much work you put in here, much appreciated After a fair bit of thought I have decided to drop out. It is just not for me. In my opinion poker is about action with real risk. Once poker is conceptualised and the focus is put on impressing others rather than directly competing it’s just not the same game. But that’s just my opinion, everyone has their own reasons for playing. I don’t want to waste a space in the 18 so hopefully whoever comes in will appreciate the opportunity more than me. Despite my rant I still think a worthy winner will be found and I will be getting behind them with everyone else Apologies to anybody who’s time I have wasted. Will Posted by pokerbcity
"Will" although I don't know you personally, I followed your exploits over the last two Vegas trips and was so Impressed with your maturity and the way you played in those WSOP events .. The more I watched your game the more you reminded me of my good friend "Richard Ashby", quiet, unassuming but like a viper ready to strike when the moment was right !
I agree in part your reasoning for not wanting to go ahead with this in the format it's in, however Ive made my views before, and there's no point in going over old ground...
That all said, I really hope you change your mind and stay with it, I respect your view and admire you for your honesty ....
Whatever happens I hope your back in Vegas this year playing this game the way it should be played .. In a knockout Tournament that is the WSOP !!
I echo the thoughts of the others in this thread and think you should carry on with total player. Personally im just delighted to be this far in the comp and now have the chance to play with the biggest names on the site.
You may not like the format at the moment, but this is a great chance to get a FREE seat into the WSOP. You are very popular amongst the Sky players and are one of the favourites to win this.
If you decide to take your own path in trying to qualify for the WSOP then thats your decision, but i think you are turning down a great opportunity here.
One very important question, if the TP players are going to be playing on there TP accounts for the next three tuesdays, how are the ones who represent a TKO team going to play there part in this very important battle?, as the tko is played on there personal accounts, i mean whats more important, a minor TP challenge or the championship of the world tikay v lisa-marie team tournament? - come on your captain needs you!!
Hi Will I echo the thoughts of the others in this thread and think you should carry on with total player. Personally im just delighted to be this far in the comp and now have the chance to play with the biggest names on the site. You may not like the format at the moment, but this is a great chance to get a FREE seat into the WSOP. You are very popular amongst the Sky players and are one of the favourites to win this. If you decide to take your own path in trying to qualify for the WSOP then thats your decision, but i think you are turning down a great opportunity here. Posted by FlashFlush
In Response to Re: OFFICIAL TOTAL PLAYER THREAD : What he means is stop being a big baby! Posted by lJAMESl
Yes thats the way to get your forum vote at the end !! Show the guy some respect for telling it as he see's it !! If he stays withit and I hope he does he will get my vote for sure ..
In Response to Re: OFFICIAL TOTAL PLAYER THREAD : Yes thats the way to get your forum vote at the end !! Show the guy some respect for telling it as he see's it !! If he stays withit and I hope he does he will get my vote for sure .. Posted by bennydip2
Me and Will are good friends Benny, I spoke to him at Bolton Gukpt about it and he was fine. Its called banter? lol.
Didn't you hear me agree with what he said? put the wooden spoon away will ya jeez.
Good luck to the players tonight. Cheers for the replies Tikay, it’s been too long…how are you getting on these days? As Naomi pointed out it’s amazing how much work you put in here, much appreciated After a fair bit of thought I have decided to drop out. It is just not for me. In my opinion poker is about action with real risk. Once poker is conceptualised and the focus is put on impressing others rather than directly competing it’s just not the same game. But that’s just my opinion, everyone has their own reasons for playing. I don’t want to waste a space in the 18 so hopefully whoever comes in will appreciate the opportunity more than me. Despite my rant I still think a worthy winner will be found and I will be getting behind them with everyone else Apologies to anybody who’s time I have wasted. Will Posted by pokerbcity
Hi Will, I'll stake my entire BR (currently £18.19) that the later phases of TP will be "mano a mano" between the TP survivors. They will cut the field in half and then let you go at each other like mad dogs. Don't turn this down. I want to see you, James, Naomi and the others tearing each other to pieces!!!
In Response to Re: OFFICIAL TOTAL PLAYER THREAD : Me and Will are good friends Benny, I spoke to him at Bolton Gukpt about it and he was fine. Its called banter? lol. Didn't you hear me agree with what he said? put the wooden spoon away will ya jeez. Posted by lJAMESl
Yes I saw that .. so putting on a forum that hes a baby and stop throwing his toys out the pram makes you good friends // jeez Im glad I dont have friends like you ...
Me and Will are at the bar in Bolton discussing the TP thing and saying looking forward to it talking about Sky coming round his house and interviewing him. Next day he's pulling out, I agree with what he said but why would you quit the chance of winning a free wsop package?
Seems ridiculous that because they are not changing the terms to suit him hes not playing? How is this mature.
You guys obv don't understand how young guys talk to eachother this prob comes across the wrong way because you are older and not involved in the way lads give eachother stick and that at my age. Just cos I say hes being a baby means stop biting your nose off to spite your face. Is this more a term you are familiar with?
Having read Mr Brewin's post, i'm very dissappointed that he has dropped out of the process, as i have said in the past on this forum, that i believe he deserved to be Sky's first sponsored player.
BUT, he knew, from the start, that it was not a straight winner takes all comp against the other TP entrants, so i find his timing a little strange.
I really dont think he would have won enough support with the community, against some of the other candidates.
Everyone who is calling for him to change his mind, heres a thought for you. HOW MUCH SUPPORT WILL HE GET AFTER POSTING THIS AND THEN DO A U-TURN, not much. So leave well alone and wish the replacement player the best of luck.
Looool is this a wind up? Me and Will are at the bar in Bolton discussing the TP thing and saying looking forward to it talking about Sky coming round his house and interviewing him. Next day he's pulling out, I agree with what he said but why would you quit the chance of winning a free wsop package? Seems ridiculous that because they are not changing the terms to suit him hes not playing? How is this mature. You guys obv don't understand how young guys talk to eachother this prob comes across the wrong way because you are older and not involved in the way lads give eachother stick and that at my age. Just cos I say hes being a baby means stop biting your nose off to spite your face. Is this more a term you are familiar with? Posted by lJAMESl
If anyone wants lessons of how young guys talk to each other then PM TK.
Will i have played you in the final of the the Vegas game last year and tbh i am still not sure i made the right lay down to you (lol i don't forget easy) but i would die for this chance please mate stick with it if you can because i would not be alone in wanting this but you got in on merit whilst i appreciate maybe you don't need this surely it wont stop you making money ?or will it ? maybe that is something to consider. Whatever you decide do what's best for you best of luck yours Mark AKA Mabsue
Get a new mentor (unbiased) who has a great poker knowledge and sucess. Bring him in to analyse the players, results and to make the final decision imo instead of the public. That way Will can come back and it can be an unbiased result.
Looool is this a wind up? Me and Will are at the bar in Bolton discussing the TP thing and saying looking forward to it talking about Sky coming round his house and interviewing him. Next day he's pulling out, I agree with what he said but why would you quit the chance of winning a free wsop package? Seems ridiculous that because they are not changing the terms to suit him hes not playing? How is this mature. You guys obv don't understand how young guys talk to eachother this prob comes across the wrong way because you are older and not involved in the way lads give eachother stick and that at my age. Just cos I say hes being a baby means stop biting your nose off to spite your face. Is this more a term you are familiar with? Posted by lJAMESl
James, I'm an old guy (51) and I agree with you entirely. Its exactly the sort of thing I would have said (stop being a baby) as a bit of banter and I think the other guys are being really unfair having a go at you about it.
In Response to Re: OFFICIAL TOTAL PLAYER THREAD : James, I'm an old guy (51) and I agree with you entirely. Its exactly the sort of thing I would have said (stop being a baby) as a bit of banter and I think the other guys are being really unfair having a go at you about it. Posted by Seagull158
Thanks mate thought I was on my own here. Someone who is one of the lads phew! I dunno what it is but I've always felt Benny has had a chip on his shoulder about the whole TP thing, I for one don't know him and enjoy his blogs but I've seen his arguements with Tikay and it was like he was trying to character assasinate me there for no reason.
As if I say that in a mean way to one of my mates I mean come on. Will wouldn't be insulted by that he talks the same way to me, I would expect him to say exactly the same to me if I quit.
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Also change your browser, Internet Explorer was written by Beelzebub to stop normal people experiencing the true beauty of the online world. Any browser will do, personally I use Firefox, but Chrome or Safari are both pretty solid.
The more I watched your game the more you reminded me of my good friend "Richard Ashby", quiet, unassuming but like a viper ready to strike when the moment was right !
I agree in part your reasoning for not wanting to go ahead with this in the format it's in, however Ive made my views before, and there's no point in going over old ground...
That all said, I really hope you change your mind and stay with it, I respect your view and admire you for your honesty ....
Whatever happens I hope your back in Vegas this year playing this game the way it should be played .. In a knockout Tournament that is the WSOP !!
glk benny
And I thought she was special ?
I echo the thoughts of the others in this thread and think you should carry on with total player. Personally im just delighted to be this far in the comp and now have the chance to play with the biggest names on the site.
You may not like the format at the moment, but this is a great chance to get a FREE seat into the WSOP. You are very popular amongst the Sky players and are one of the favourites to win this.
If you decide to take your own path in trying to qualify for the WSOP then thats your decision, but i think you are turning down a great opportunity here.
I'll stake my entire BR (currently £18.19) that the later phases of TP will be "mano a mano" between the TP survivors. They will cut the field in half and then let you go at each other like mad dogs.
Don't turn this down. I want to see you, James, Naomi and the others tearing each other to pieces!!!