Hard Rock Poker Open begins October 27

Hard Rock Poker Open begins October 27
For the eighth consecutive year, northeast Oklahoma's largest poker tournament will return to the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Catoosa. Previously known as the Scotty Nyugen Poker Challenge hosted at the Cherokee Casino, the event was renamed in 2009 as the Hard Rock Poker Open following a $155 million renovation and the rebranding of the venue.

Tulsa poker tournament strategy series is complete

Well, it took a couple months but I finally finished my strategy series for local Tulsa tournaments.

Tulsa poker tournament strategy: Part 1

Early stage philosophy, hand ranges, and strategy.

Tulsa poker tournament strategy: Part 2

I briefly discuss post-flop play.  I also discuss developing a tournament plan by being aware of where you stand in the field, and maintaining patience.

Tulsa poker tournament strategy: Part 3

Stack sizes, table image, position, hand selection, stealing blinds, restealing, calling ranges, and factors to consider when making decisions.

Tulsa poker tournament strategy: Part 4

Small and short stack strategy.

Tulsa poker tournament strategy: Part 5
Five example hands to demonstrate strategies from Parts 1-4.

Tulsa poker tournament strategy: Part 6
Approaching the final table, aggression proportionate to stack size.

Tulsa poker tournament strategy: Part 7

Chopping.

Tulsa poker tournament strategy: Part 8
Bubble play and end game.