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Satellites to UKIPTs and/or GUKPTs?

JohnConnorJohnConnor Member Posts: 1,160
edited April 2011 in Poker Chat

UKIPT legs are £500 (+reg fee) buy-ins so the satellites could be 1 in 5 semi-finals @ £20 (+reg fee) nightly, with 1 in 5 finals @ £100 (+ reg fee) (these could also be bought into directly), weekly.

GUKPTs are £1000 (+ reg fee) so the same satellite structure as the VLV (upto the final) could be used as it is.

Both of these would make these bigger live tournaments more accessible to Sky players.

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  • Jeno2Jeno2 Member Posts: 24
    edited April 2011
    Great idea
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  • J-HartiganJ-Hartigan Member Posts: 2,756
    edited April 2011
    I believe both tours already have on-line partners/sponsors?

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  • stienstien Member Posts: 332
    edited April 2011
    In Response to Re: Satellites to UKIPTs and/or GUKPTs?:
    I believe both tours already have on-line partners/sponsors?
    Posted by J-Hartigan
     
    James,

    Does this preclude Sky from running satellites on here for the entry fee for these events? Partnered or not Sky turned up with a posse of blue hoodies at the Manchester GUKPT, I assume these entries were paid directly by Sky. Is it not possible for the satellite winner to be paid into these events in the same manner.

    The opportunity for players to enter these bigger live events would IMO be good for the site and its players. Why stop here though, there are live events all round the globe, why not run satellites for a seat at the Aussie Millions, EPT events etc.
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  • MP33MP33 Member Posts: 6,308
    edited April 2011

    I,ve been looking at this recently and its just about the only time i play on other sites to play the odd qualifier

    If it was possible to put on Sky I think it would generate loads of interest

    I know they already have partners/sponsors but i,m sure Sky could put something similar on and instead of having a £500/£1000 prize , just make the prize a seat instead and pay for the seat with the prize money

    I,m sure anyone qualifying through Sky would get plenty of support from the community

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  • christiannchristiann Member Posts: 468
    edited April 2011
    if it could be done, then this gets my vote.
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  • scotty77scotty77 Member Posts: 4,970
    edited April 2011
    the problem with this is that it takes the money off the site.  vegas trips are different as they are once in a lifetime opportunities and also provides a lot of material for the channel etc.  cant really get the same buzz about qualifying for the G Coventry etc
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  • BrownnDogBrownnDog Member Posts: 729
    edited April 2011
    I'm sure pokestars would have something to say about it...
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  • HITMAN_RVHITMAN_RV Member Posts: 8,688
    edited April 2011
    Am not near the level of some of above posters, but did buy in for Gukpt London, just for the experiance & 'Craic'!

    I will say it was defo worth it, & was well pleased to make 2nd day even if sort-stacked! Sharing a table with Glitter, Praz, & some of the 'Whizzkids' was a great learnin experiance for me, and am sure with the results that the Team Sky boyz been gettin, it wont be long before a Sky regular Nails One !!

    Remember ya canna win the lottery if ya don't buy a ticket !!

    Conversley, it seems to me, that a few 'names' are appearing in 'our' tourneys latley !!


    Any way, I gotta get back to ma real work now !!

    It must be great to earn a living doin summat that you love & enjoy !!

    Run Good All...............&   BELIEVE !!
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  • Tikay10Tikay10 Member, Administrator, Moderator Posts: 174,143
    edited April 2011

    Some very emphatic Voting on this one, as well as a couple of Posts which suggest that, technically/commercially it may not be possible. Please do NOT assume this is an idea which cannot be done.

    It's rather awkward to go into details right now, it's at a delicate stage, but Sky Poker have reached agreement in principle with the owners of one of the two Tours mentioned to be able to offer Satellites on SkyPoker.com to their Tour.

    It now awaits "sign-off" at the other party's end, & then, assuming that is achieved (95% certain), Sky Poker will be in a position to decide if they want to implement.

    Which brings us neatly back to this thread.....

    So, if you think it's a good idea, do NOT be put off by commercial considerations which, on the face of it, look like they would make it impractical.

    Essentially, if the demand is shown to be there, Sky Poker could & would do it.

    And the only real way to assess demand is by this idea, & Thread.

    So, Vote as you see fit, & you never know......
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  • HITMAN_RVHITMAN_RV Member Posts: 8,688
    edited April 2011
    In Response to Re: Satellites to UKIPTs and/or GUKPTs?:
    Some very emphatic Voting on this one, as well as a couple of Posts which suggest that, technically/commercially it may not be possible. Please do NOT assume this is an idea which cannot be done. It's rather awkward to go into details right now, it's at a delicate stage, but Sky Poker have reached agreement in principle with the owners of one of the two Tours mentioned to be able to offer Satellites on SkyPoker.com to their Tour. It now awaits "sign-off" at the other party's end, & then, assuming that is achieved (95% certain), Sky Poker will be in a position to decide if they want to implement. Which brings us neatly back to this thread..... So, if you think it's a good idea, do NOT be put off by commercial considerations which, on the face of it, look like they would make it impractical. Essentially, if the demand is shown to be there, Sky Poker could & would do it. And the only real way to assess demand is by this idea, & Thread. So, Vote as you see fit, & you never know......
    Posted by Tikay10
    WOW!! Exiting stuff !! N1 Tony

    I suggest, [like TK], A few more posts on this thread may be influential!!

    Sounds Like SkyPoker about to do A 'Man City' on the Premier Stage !!



    remember......Believe !!!!!

    with Hard work, Focus and Endevour, ANYTHING is possible!!!
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  • MAXALLYMAXALLY Member Posts: 17,650
    edited April 2011


    I think this is a great idea/thread. Like Dave (hitman) says, it would create an opportunity for someone from Sky Poker without 'connections' to play live in some big events by qualifying on-line.

    One point that would have to be clarified beforehand though is -

    Will the player(s) be sponsored by Sky Poker and receive extra help which that entails or would they go into the live arena as an independent?
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  • stienstien Member Posts: 332
    edited April 2011
    "remember......Believe !!!!! with Hard work, Focus and Endevour, ANYTHING is possible!!!" Posted by HITMAN_RV

    I sure hope so because I have zero natural talent.
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  • Tikay10Tikay10 Member, Administrator, Moderator Posts: 174,143
    edited April 2011
    In Response to Re: Satellites to UKIPTs and/or GUKPTs?:
    I think this is a great idea/thread. Like Dave (hitman) says, it would create an opportunity for someone from Sky Poker without 'connections' to play live in some big events by qualifying on-line. One point that would have to be clarified beforehand though is - Will the player(s) be sponsored by Sky Poker and receive extra help which that entails or would they go into the live arena as an independent?
    Posted by MAXALLY
    I don't believe that has been addressed yet.

    I would imagine Sky Poker would like the qualifier to wear some Sky Poker apparel, maybe.
     
    But I'm whistling in the dark, I don't know.

    It does not affect the overall idea though, either way, & I don't think it will affect the thread Voting.
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  • HITMAN_RVHITMAN_RV Member Posts: 8,688
    edited April 2011
    In Response to Re: Satellites to UKIPTs and/or GUKPTs?:
    In Response to Re: Satellites to UKIPTs and/or GUKPTs? : I don't believe that has been addressed yet. I would imagine Sky Poker would like the qualifier to wear some Sky Poker apparel, maybe.   But I'm whistling in the dark, I don't know. It does not affect the overall idea though, either way, & I don't think it will affect the thread Voting.
    Posted by Tikay10

    I wouldna wanna wear anything that made me look stupid !!  LOL
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  • Tikay10Tikay10 Member, Administrator, Moderator Posts: 174,143
    edited April 2011
    In Response to Re: Satellites to UKIPTs and/or GUKPTs?:
    In Response to Re: Satellites to UKIPTs and/or GUKPTs? : I wouldna wanna wear anything that made me look stupid !!  LOL
    Posted by HITMAN_RV
    Must resist replying to that........
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  • AcidMan27AcidMan27 Member Posts: 3,752
    edited April 2011
    Yeah this would be great.

    I can only see it bringing in more new players too.
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  • FlashFlushFlashFlush Member Posts: 4,494
    edited April 2011
    I've mentioned this is the past a few times, diddn't think it would be possible but seeing Tikays post has put a smile on my face!!! Deffo a yes by me if its possible
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  • fitzer14fitzer14 Member Posts: 248
    edited April 2011
    In Response to Satellites to UKIPTs and/or GUKPTs?:
    UKIPT legs are £500 (+reg fee) buy-ins so the satellites could be 1 in 5 semi-finals @ £20 (+reg fee) nightly, with 1 in 5 finals @ £100 (+ reg fee) (these could also be bought into directly), weekly. GUKPTs are £1000 (+ reg fee) so the same satellite structure as the VLV (upto the final) could be used as it is. Both of these would make these bigger live tournaments more accessible to Sky players.
    Posted by JohnConnor
    great post John,i enquired about this approx2 yrs ago.but to no avail........lets hope you have more success.
     Ive voted a big yes.

    gl at the tables....FITZ.
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  • Tikay10Tikay10 Member, Administrator, Moderator Posts: 174,143
    edited April 2011

    It was not possible previously, but there have been some discussions & negotiations recently, over many months in fact, & it's "most likely" that a Deal will be done.

    That does NOT necessarily mean that Sky Poker will take up the Option - but judging by this thread, they might, if they think the demand is there.......
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  • N1CKN1CK Member Posts: 1,453
    edited April 2011
    In Response to Re: Satellites to UKIPTs and/or GUKPTs?:
    Some very emphatic Voting on this one, as well as a couple of Posts which suggest that, technically/commercially it may not be possible. Please do NOT assume this is an idea which cannot be done. It's rather awkward to go into details right now, it's at a delicate stage, but Sky Poker have reached agreement in principle with the owners of one of the two Tours mentioned to be able to offer Satellites on SkyPoker.com to their Tour. It now awaits "sign-off" at the other party's end, & then, assuming that is achieved (95% certain), Sky Poker will be in a position to decide if they want to implement. Which brings us neatly back to this thread..... So, if you think it's a good idea, do NOT be put off by commercial considerations which, on the face of it, look like they would make it impractical. Essentially, if the demand is shown to be there, Sky Poker could & would do it. And the only real way to assess demand is by this idea, & Thread. So, Vote as you see fit, & you never know......
    Posted by Tikay10
    couldnt sky do their own in house qualifiers were you can qualify to team sky were sky buys you into the tourny and you go their as a sky player? you dont need to be affiliated or a sponsor to do this?
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