Aces.com has as many team and cross sport parlays, if bets and proposition bets as any Las Vegas hotel -- without the crowds
Super Bowl may be the single biggest betting event of the year, but from the Opening Round to the Final Four and on to the NCAA Championship, much more money is bet on March Madness college basketball. Office pools are more popular than ever, but these days millions of bets are placed on the Internet through online sportsbooks like Aces.com.
I talked to Rene Quesada, Manager of Aces.com, about March Madness wagering:
IS IT TRUE THAT MARCH MADNESS IS ONE OF THE BUSIEST TIMES OF THE YEAR FOR AN ONLINE SPORTSBOOK?
Quesada: March Madness is always the second biggest event on our calendar, but this year there’s a lot of extra interest – there’s been some great conference races, a couple of favorites have already been eliminated, and there’s a lot of in some of the lesser-known teams. As always, we ran a $1 Million Dollar Bracket Contest, and a second-chance Sweet 16 Bracket Challenge, and those really draw the crowds. So yes, it’s busy around here right now – we’re getting new players signing up in droves this time of year, people that don’t necessarily bet on other sports.
At Aces.com, we try to re-create the Las Vegas gambling experience. Most of our players go to Vegas regularly and are fairly serious gamblers. March Madness is nuts in Vegas though. Some of our guys are tired of the line-ups and competition for a good spot in the lounge. We offer as many props as any Vegas hotel, so they can bet March Madness at home and hit the strip in the off-season.
A COUPLE OF FAVORITES WERE ELIMINATED IN ROUNDS 1 & 2. WHERE DO YOU THINK TAR HEELS BETTORS WILL PUT THEIR MONEY NOW THAT THEIR TEAM HAS BEEN ELIMINATED?
I suppose now that Duke is the only North Carolina team left, some Tar Heels fans will bet on them, but so much Heels-Blue Devils rivalry I think a lot of Heels fans would bet on just about anybody BUT Duke.
AFTER ROUNDS 1 & 2 AND THE ELIMINATION OF OHIO STATE AND THE TAR HEELS, HOW MANY PLAYERS WERE LEFT IN YOUR MILLION DOLLAR BRACKETS CONTEST?
24,000 players entered the contest but, with all the upsets, no one’s left in the running for the million. Last year though, we had two guys in the game right until the final matches – it was looking like we were going to have to write a pretty big check! So you never know…
We’re also running a “second chance” Sweet Sixteen brackets contest – win $16,000 for picking the winners from here on in the tournament.
HOW DOES NCAA BASKETBALL BETTING COMPARE TO WHAT’S WAGERED ON THE SUPER BOWL?
Quesada: It’s spread over a month or so, but more money is wagered on March Madness than the Super Bowl, and Super bowl is the single biggest betting event any time, anywhere. We give players so many ways to bet - team parlays, cross sport parlays, if bets and tons of proposition bets. And we offer in-game betting.
WHAT DOES THE TYPICAL BETTOR WAGER ON IN THE TOURNAMENT, FAVORITES OR UNDERDOGS?
Who wouldn’t love to cash in on a long shot? Underdogs have their appeal, but then it’s hard to bet against strong favorites like Connecticut, Duke, Villanova and Texas. I’d say we’re pretty evenly split.
WHAT SORT OF ACTION DO YOU SEE ON MONEY LINES AND TOTALS?
Again we’re split evenly.
WHO BETS ON NCAA BASKETBALL?
Quesada: Basically, everybody bets on March Madness. The people who attend or attended the colleges and universities involved in this event bet on March Madness. The people who have a "strong" university in their state bet and the people who live nearby a college or university that is participating bet on the event, too.
AREN’T PEOPLE MORE INTERESTED IN NBA BASKETBALL? DOES EVERYONE JUST SWITCH TO NCAA IN MARCH?!
Quesada: Our NBA action is pretty steady. With the NCAA, there’s more opportunities to bet on the local team though, so a lot of people that don’t usually get into basketball tune-in when it’s the hometown team. After the NCAA Championship, a lot of those players still have an appetite for basketball and start following the NBA playoffs.
HOW MUCH DO PEOPLE TYPICALLY BET ON COLLEGE BASKETBALL?
Quesada: Most people wager about the same amount on a college basketball game as they would on an NFL game or baseball, golf, NASCAR, or whatever or any other sport. At sites geared more toward recreational bettors, the average bets are not high, usually $25 - $50 at a time. The average Aces.com player likes to lay down $50 - $100 at a time.
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2006 NCAA MEN’S BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT - ODDS TO WIN
APR 01, 2006 07:00 PM ET
(As posted at Aces.com March 22, 2006)
Boston College 12-1
Bradley 100-1
Connecticut 2-1
Duke 5-1
Florida 11-1
George Mason 100-1
Georgetown 25-1
Gonzaga 15-1
LSU 25-1
Memphis 8-1
Texas 12-1
UCLA 8-1
Villanova 7-1
Washington 35-1
West Virginia 30-1
Wichita St 75-1
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PROPS FOR MARCH 24 GAMES
(As posted at Aces.com March 22, 2006)
GEORGE MASON VS WICHITA ST
George Mason - Total Points
Over 63 (-115)
Under 63 (-115)
Wichita St - Total Points
Over 61 (-115)
Under 61 (-115)
Total 3 Point FGs Made by BOTH Teams
Over 13 (-125)
Under 13 (-105)
Largest Lead of the Game
Over 11.5 (-135)
Under 11.5 (+105)
Jai Lewis (G Mason) Total Total Points+Rebounds
Over 21.5 (-115)
Under 21.5 (-115)
Kyle Wilson (Wichita St) Total Points (Must Start)
Over 10.5 (-130)
Under 10.5 (Even)
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WASHINGTON VS CONNECTICUT
Washington - Total Points
Over 75 (-115)
Under 75 (-115)
Connecticut - Total Points
Over 81 (-115)
Under 81 (-115)
Total 3 Point FGs Made by BOTH Teams
Over 12.5 (-130)
Under 12.5 (Even)
Largest Lead of the Game
Over 15.5 (-115)
Under 15.5 (-115)
Brandon Roy (Wash) Total Points+Rebounds+Assists
Over 30.5 (-115)
Under 30.5 (-115)
Rudy Gay (UCONN) Total Points - Must Start
Over 16.5 (-115)
Under 16.5 (-115)
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GEORGETOWN VS FLORIDA
Georgetown - Total Points
Over 62.5 (-115)
Under 62.5 (-115)
Florida - Total Points
Over 65.5 (-115)
Under 65.5 (-115)
3 Point FGs Made by BOTH Teams
Over 13.5 (-115)
Under 13.5 (-115)
Over/Under Largest Lead of the Game
12.5 (-115)
Under 12.5 (-115)
Roy Hibbert (G-Town) Total Points+Rebounds
Over 20.5 (-115)
Under 20.5 (-115)
Taurean Green (Florida) Will he Miss At Least 1 Free Throw
Yes (No Attempt/NO Wins) +130
No (No Attempt/NO Wins) -160
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BOSTON COLLEGE VS VILLANOVA GAME
Boston College - Total Points
Over 69 (-115)
Under 69 (-115)
Villanova - Total Points
Over 71.5 (-115)
Under 71.5 (-115)
3 Point FGs Made by BOTH Teams
Over 15 (-115
Under 15 (-115)
Over/Under Largest Lead of the Game
Over 12.5 (-115)
Under 12.5 (-115)
Craig Smith (BC) Total Points - Must Start
Over 19.5 (-115)
Under 19.5 (-115)
Allan Ray (Villanova) Total Points+Assists - Must Start
Over 21.5 (-115)
Under 21.5 (-115)
Thursday, March 23, 2006
Tuesday, March 21, 2006
Katharine McPhee Closing in, But Chris Daughtry Still the Favorite to Win American Idol
PlayersOnly.com bettors have their eyes – and bets -- on the fairer foe
If PlayersOnly.com bettors have anything to say about it, the next American Idol will look better in a bikini than the current favorite. Players at the world’s sexiest sportsbook and casino are putting their money on the beautiful Katharine McPhee to win no matter how much support leader Chris Daughtry gets from the voting public and even difficult-to-please judge Simon Cowell.
“We took a lot of razzing last week when word got out that our players were putting their money on the most attractive contestants in the Amazing Race, despite the horrible odds,” said Tim Williams of PlayersOnly. “With American Idol, I’d have to say they seem to be listening more to their heads than their hormones.”
As contestants are eliminated each week, odds are adjusted. While Daughtry went from 5-2 to 2-1 after his performance last week, McPhee closed the gap, improving her odds from 4-1 to 7-2. Daughtry is taking 17.8 per cent of wagers and McPhee has 16.1 per cent.
Initial favorite Ace Young still has 11 percent of wagers at PlayersOnly.com, but his odds (5-1 last week) have plummeted to 9-1. As one of the show's early frontrunners, being one of the bottom three vote-getters last week came as a surprise to both the judges and the studio audience.
"I don't get it... I don't get it, not at all," vented judge Paula Abdul "I think America has to remember you have to vote for every single person you like, whether they are #1 or they are #12."
While the largest contestant in the group, Mandisa, is holding her own at odds of 8-1, PlayersOnly.com players aren’t showing much interest. Only 3.2 per cent of bettors are backing the talented but overweight contestant. No surprise there.
In a telephone interview on Howard Stern's Sirius satellite radio show last week, Judge Simon Cowell predicted the final three in this season's finals will be Chris Daughtry, Taylor Hicks and Kellie Pickler. He obviously hadn’t consulted the following odds currently posted at PlayersOnly.com:
American Idol Season 5 (FOX) - Who Will be The Winner
Contestant Odds Betting Trend
Chris Daughtry 2-1 17.8%
Katharine McPhee 7-2 16.1%
Mandisa 5-1 3.2%
Taylor Hicks 5-1 9.5%
Paris Bennett 8-1 10.9%
Ace Young 9-1 11.1%
Elliott Yamin 10-1 6.4%
Kellie Pickler 12-1 6.5%
Lisa Tucker 12-1 13.0%
Kevin Covais 60-1 0.2%
Bucky Covington 80-1 0.6%
Odds on American Idol, the American presidential race, the PGA, NASCAR and March Madness college basketball are all continually updated at PlayersOnly.com, the worlds sexiest sportsbook, casino and poker room.
If PlayersOnly.com bettors have anything to say about it, the next American Idol will look better in a bikini than the current favorite. Players at the world’s sexiest sportsbook and casino are putting their money on the beautiful Katharine McPhee to win no matter how much support leader Chris Daughtry gets from the voting public and even difficult-to-please judge Simon Cowell.
“We took a lot of razzing last week when word got out that our players were putting their money on the most attractive contestants in the Amazing Race, despite the horrible odds,” said Tim Williams of PlayersOnly. “With American Idol, I’d have to say they seem to be listening more to their heads than their hormones.”
As contestants are eliminated each week, odds are adjusted. While Daughtry went from 5-2 to 2-1 after his performance last week, McPhee closed the gap, improving her odds from 4-1 to 7-2. Daughtry is taking 17.8 per cent of wagers and McPhee has 16.1 per cent.
Initial favorite Ace Young still has 11 percent of wagers at PlayersOnly.com, but his odds (5-1 last week) have plummeted to 9-1. As one of the show's early frontrunners, being one of the bottom three vote-getters last week came as a surprise to both the judges and the studio audience.
"I don't get it... I don't get it, not at all," vented judge Paula Abdul "I think America has to remember you have to vote for every single person you like, whether they are #1 or they are #12."
While the largest contestant in the group, Mandisa, is holding her own at odds of 8-1, PlayersOnly.com players aren’t showing much interest. Only 3.2 per cent of bettors are backing the talented but overweight contestant. No surprise there.
In a telephone interview on Howard Stern's Sirius satellite radio show last week, Judge Simon Cowell predicted the final three in this season's finals will be Chris Daughtry, Taylor Hicks and Kellie Pickler. He obviously hadn’t consulted the following odds currently posted at PlayersOnly.com:
American Idol Season 5 (FOX) - Who Will be The Winner
Contestant Odds Betting Trend
Chris Daughtry 2-1 17.8%
Katharine McPhee 7-2 16.1%
Mandisa 5-1 3.2%
Taylor Hicks 5-1 9.5%
Paris Bennett 8-1 10.9%
Ace Young 9-1 11.1%
Elliott Yamin 10-1 6.4%
Kellie Pickler 12-1 6.5%
Lisa Tucker 12-1 13.0%
Kevin Covais 60-1 0.2%
Bucky Covington 80-1 0.6%
Odds on American Idol, the American presidential race, the PGA, NASCAR and March Madness college basketball are all continually updated at PlayersOnly.com, the worlds sexiest sportsbook, casino and poker room.
Top NCAA Contenders Still Favorites Even After Round 2 Upsets
65% of SportingbetUSA.com bettors are still in the game, most still counting on the Huskies
Montana trounced resounding favorite, Nevada, and without experienced seniors, the Tar Heels made a shocking early departure. Albany may have given UCONN a bit of a scare, but the Huskies are still the top contenders for March Madness with odds of 2-1 they’ll take the NCAA Championship.
“Nevada fans are out of it, and North Carolina fans are still in a state of shock, but about 65% of the bettors at SportingbetUSA.com still have a chance of winning their NCAA tournament champions bet,” commented Tony Delgado, Manager of SportingbetUSA.com. “Of those bets, 16.6 per cent are riding on UCONN, 11.1 per cent on Duke, 7.9 per cent on Villanova and 5.6 per cent on Texas.”
Jim Calhoun has a talented squad. If the Huskies get down to business, they’re tough to beat, so odds makers have set their odds at 2-1.
The Duke Blue Devils are exhibiting the confidence and talent that have made them a Sweet Sixteen team for the past nine years. Their dominance over George Washington on Saturday solidified the odds ranking of coach Krzyzewski’s squad as a contender – current odds place them at 5-1.
As March Madness tournament turns into an all out battle, SportingbetUSA.com’s current odds on the Sweet Sixteen are:
Connecticut 2-1
Duke 5-1
Villanova 7-1
Memphis 8-1
UCLA 8-1
Florida 11-1
Texas 12-1
Boston College 12-1
Gonzaga 15-1
LSU 25-1
Georgetown 25-1
West Virginia 30-1
Washington 35-1
Wichita St 75-1
George Mason 100-1
Bradley 100-1
Montana trounced resounding favorite, Nevada, and without experienced seniors, the Tar Heels made a shocking early departure. Albany may have given UCONN a bit of a scare, but the Huskies are still the top contenders for March Madness with odds of 2-1 they’ll take the NCAA Championship.
“Nevada fans are out of it, and North Carolina fans are still in a state of shock, but about 65% of the bettors at SportingbetUSA.com still have a chance of winning their NCAA tournament champions bet,” commented Tony Delgado, Manager of SportingbetUSA.com. “Of those bets, 16.6 per cent are riding on UCONN, 11.1 per cent on Duke, 7.9 per cent on Villanova and 5.6 per cent on Texas.”Jim Calhoun has a talented squad. If the Huskies get down to business, they’re tough to beat, so odds makers have set their odds at 2-1.
The Duke Blue Devils are exhibiting the confidence and talent that have made them a Sweet Sixteen team for the past nine years. Their dominance over George Washington on Saturday solidified the odds ranking of coach Krzyzewski’s squad as a contender – current odds place them at 5-1.
As March Madness tournament turns into an all out battle, SportingbetUSA.com’s current odds on the Sweet Sixteen are:
Connecticut 2-1
Duke 5-1
Villanova 7-1
Memphis 8-1
UCLA 8-1
Florida 11-1
Texas 12-1
Boston College 12-1
Gonzaga 15-1
LSU 25-1
Georgetown 25-1
West Virginia 30-1
Washington 35-1
Wichita St 75-1
George Mason 100-1
Bradley 100-1
Wednesday, March 15, 2006
March Madness a Showcase for Future NBA Stars
SportingbetUSA.com Following Future Superstars Leading Duke, the Gators and Connecticut This Weekend
Guys like Steve Nash, Allen Iverson, Shaquille O’Neil, Dwayne Wade and Chris Paul dazzled fans during March Madness and then parlayed their performance into mega bucks. Sports bettors that can spot the future superstars – whether their teams make the Final Four or not – can make some wise bets this month. SportingbetUSA.com is watching several hot young players in key match-ups this weekend during the NCAA First and Second Round and through to the NCAA Finals.
“Right now in the Big Show you have several dominant players who are pulling in millions, even though their teams didn’t capture the grand prize when they played in this tournament,” says SportingbetUSA.com Brand Manager, Tony Delgado. “But they all had their moments leading their college teams. Who will be the players that step up this spring at crunch time and use their great play as a springboard to the NBA?”
Joakim Noah will be talked about more then once this spring if he leads the Billy Donavan Florida Gators to a Final Four appearance. With his athletic body and mind for the game, Noah could be enticed with millions of dollars to leave Florida early, as he is just a freshman. The Gators are listed at 25-1 at SportingbetUSA.com and if Noah continues to shine, this could be a great investment.
J. J. Redick and Sheldon Williams will get showered with attention during The Dance, but Duke’s 6-foot-10 freshman Josh McRoberts could play a starring role. Duke has taken on all comers in 2005-2006 and is currently 9-2 at SportingbetUSA.com.
The analysts will rave about Connecticut’s point guard Marcus Williams or forward Rudy Gay, but keep an eye on their athletic forward Josh Boone,” said Delgado. “Just watch -- this guy will earn millions in the NBA. He’s a holy terror and understands the importance of DEFENSE!”
Every week, SportingbetUSA.com offers players one totally free bet – losing bets are completely refunded, so it’s a win-win situation. This week’s Free March Madness Bet is “Will Adam Morrison (Gonzaga) score more or less than 29 1/2 points Thursday night?” For NBA action, the Free Bet is “Will Dirk Nowitzki (Dallas) score over or under 29 1/2 on Sunday?”
Tomorrow is the last day to enter SportingbetUSA's March Mayhem Brackets Contest for a chance to win an LCD TV. March Madness and NBA odds are continually updated at SportingbetUSA.com – Where America Bets.
Guys like Steve Nash, Allen Iverson, Shaquille O’Neil, Dwayne Wade and Chris Paul dazzled fans during March Madness and then parlayed their performance into mega bucks. Sports bettors that can spot the future superstars – whether their teams make the Final Four or not – can make some wise bets this month. SportingbetUSA.com is watching several hot young players in key match-ups this weekend during the NCAA First and Second Round and through to the NCAA Finals.“Right now in the Big Show you have several dominant players who are pulling in millions, even though their teams didn’t capture the grand prize when they played in this tournament,” says SportingbetUSA.com Brand Manager, Tony Delgado. “But they all had their moments leading their college teams. Who will be the players that step up this spring at crunch time and use their great play as a springboard to the NBA?”
Joakim Noah will be talked about more then once this spring if he leads the Billy Donavan Florida Gators to a Final Four appearance. With his athletic body and mind for the game, Noah could be enticed with millions of dollars to leave Florida early, as he is just a freshman. The Gators are listed at 25-1 at SportingbetUSA.com and if Noah continues to shine, this could be a great investment.
J. J. Redick and Sheldon Williams will get showered with attention during The Dance, but Duke’s 6-foot-10 freshman Josh McRoberts could play a starring role. Duke has taken on all comers in 2005-2006 and is currently 9-2 at SportingbetUSA.com.
The analysts will rave about Connecticut’s point guard Marcus Williams or forward Rudy Gay, but keep an eye on their athletic forward Josh Boone,” said Delgado. “Just watch -- this guy will earn millions in the NBA. He’s a holy terror and understands the importance of DEFENSE!”
Every week, SportingbetUSA.com offers players one totally free bet – losing bets are completely refunded, so it’s a win-win situation. This week’s Free March Madness Bet is “Will Adam Morrison (Gonzaga) score more or less than 29 1/2 points Thursday night?” For NBA action, the Free Bet is “Will Dirk Nowitzki (Dallas) score over or under 29 1/2 on Sunday?”
Tomorrow is the last day to enter SportingbetUSA's March Mayhem Brackets Contest for a chance to win an LCD TV. March Madness and NBA odds are continually updated at SportingbetUSA.com – Where America Bets.
Closing Day for Free Vegas-Style March Madness Brackets Contest
Aces.com NCAA Props Rival Hotels on The Strip
Las Vegas is a great place to be for March Madness, but for those that can’t make it to the Strip, retro Vegas-style sportsbook Aces.com captures its essence online with a list of props that would make any Vegas shark’s head spin. Of course, playing at Aces.com does mean not having to get up early to stake out a prime viewing spot in the lounge, and no long lines for last minute bets.
Sports bettors book reservations months in advance to grab a seat in the middle of the action. Particularly during the first week of March, when the games are scheduled fast and furious, Las Vegas casinos are filled to the brim with both professional and casual gamblers. With so many opportunities to wager on the nearly constant stream of basketball games, few can resist the allure of NCAA March Madness in the gambling capital of the country.
At Aces.com, it’s not just the kitschy retro Rat Pack photos and promos designed for serious players that make it feel like Vegas.
“March Madness at the big hotels on the Strip is all about props,” says Aces.com Manager Rene Quesada, “And no one offers more ways to bet on NCAA hoops than Aces.com!”
Aces has lines on the side and total on every tournament game plus hundreds of props including:
· First Half and Half-Time Lines
· Largest Margin of Victory in Any First Round Game
· Will a #14, #15, or #16 Seed win at least 1 Game?
· Will Southern Ever Have the Lead vs. Duke?
Entries close Thursday for Ace.com’s March Mayhem Bracket Contest as the Opening Round concludes and the First and Second Rounds continue over the weekend. There’s no entry fee and the player that scores the most points predicting March Madness winners wins $1000 cash, an Aces.com poker tabletop and chips, and a silk poker shirt.
Aces.com updates odds and posts news, scores, and updates on college hoops daily.
Las Vegas is a great place to be for March Madness, but for those that can’t make it to the Strip, retro Vegas-style sportsbook Aces.com captures its essence online with a list of props that would make any Vegas shark’s head spin. Of course, playing at Aces.com does mean not having to get up early to stake out a prime viewing spot in the lounge, and no long lines for last minute bets.Sports bettors book reservations months in advance to grab a seat in the middle of the action. Particularly during the first week of March, when the games are scheduled fast and furious, Las Vegas casinos are filled to the brim with both professional and casual gamblers. With so many opportunities to wager on the nearly constant stream of basketball games, few can resist the allure of NCAA March Madness in the gambling capital of the country.
At Aces.com, it’s not just the kitschy retro Rat Pack photos and promos designed for serious players that make it feel like Vegas.
“March Madness at the big hotels on the Strip is all about props,” says Aces.com Manager Rene Quesada, “And no one offers more ways to bet on NCAA hoops than Aces.com!”
Aces has lines on the side and total on every tournament game plus hundreds of props including:
· First Half and Half-Time Lines
· Largest Margin of Victory in Any First Round Game
· Will a #14, #15, or #16 Seed win at least 1 Game?
· Will Southern Ever Have the Lead vs. Duke?
Entries close Thursday for Ace.com’s March Mayhem Bracket Contest as the Opening Round concludes and the First and Second Rounds continue over the weekend. There’s no entry fee and the player that scores the most points predicting March Madness winners wins $1000 cash, an Aces.com poker tabletop and chips, and a silk poker shirt.
Aces.com updates odds and posts news, scores, and updates on college hoops daily.
Thursday, March 09, 2006
The Return of the Richest Poker Game of All Time
The Inside Story of the $20 Million Poker Game at
Wynn Las Vegas
In what is considered the largest head-to-head poker game of all time, self-made billionaire banker Andy Beal matched $20 million against a rotating cast made up of the best high-stakes poker players in the world, including Phil Ivey, Jennifer Harman, Todd Brunson, and Ted Forrest.
During the month of February, Beal played many of the world’s best poker players in head-to-head games of Texas hold’em, for stakes of $30,000-$60,000 and $50,000-$100,000 at Wynn Las Vegas. Average pot size per hand was over $300,000 with the largest pot at $1.9 million. To play in a game of such astronomical stakes, twenty of the world’s best poker players had to combine bankrolls. They played three series of matches in February where each side started with at least $10 million on the table, with millions more in reserve. Wins and losses ran as high as $10 million in a single day, and one session featured two $8 million swings.
This game is the latest (and largest) installment of the richest poker game of all time, started in 2001 when Beal, the publicity-shy owner of one of the most profitable banks in Texas, whose other hobbies have included theoretical mathematics and astrophysics, became interested in poker. On six occasions between 2001 and 2004, he played “heads up” – one-on-one – against members of the group of high-stakes pros who took turns opposing him. Although the professionals won in most of those matches, Beal developed into a world-class high-stakes heads-up hold‘em player, who once won $5.5 million in five days and on another occasion won $12 million in one day.
The only person allowed table side to document this historic rematch “hand by hand” was Bluff poker columnist Michael Craig, author of The Professor, The Banker and The Suicide King: Inside the Richest Poker Game of All Time (Warner Books, June 2005). Craig himself was influential in arranging the multimillion dollar rematch and at Beal’s insistence, agreed to sit at the table to document the 2006 games.
Wynn Las Vegas
In what is considered the largest head-to-head poker game of all time, self-made billionaire banker Andy Beal matched $20 million against a rotating cast made up of the best high-stakes poker players in the world, including Phil Ivey, Jennifer Harman, Todd Brunson, and Ted Forrest.
During the month of February, Beal played many of the world’s best poker players in head-to-head games of Texas hold’em, for stakes of $30,000-$60,000 and $50,000-$100,000 at Wynn Las Vegas. Average pot size per hand was over $300,000 with the largest pot at $1.9 million. To play in a game of such astronomical stakes, twenty of the world’s best poker players had to combine bankrolls. They played three series of matches in February where each side started with at least $10 million on the table, with millions more in reserve. Wins and losses ran as high as $10 million in a single day, and one session featured two $8 million swings.
This game is the latest (and largest) installment of the richest poker game of all time, started in 2001 when Beal, the publicity-shy owner of one of the most profitable banks in Texas, whose other hobbies have included theoretical mathematics and astrophysics, became interested in poker. On six occasions between 2001 and 2004, he played “heads up” – one-on-one – against members of the group of high-stakes pros who took turns opposing him. Although the professionals won in most of those matches, Beal developed into a world-class high-stakes heads-up hold‘em player, who once won $5.5 million in five days and on another occasion won $12 million in one day.
The only person allowed table side to document this historic rematch “hand by hand” was Bluff poker columnist Michael Craig, author of The Professor, The Banker and The Suicide King: Inside the Richest Poker Game of All Time (Warner Books, June 2005). Craig himself was influential in arranging the multimillion dollar rematch and at Beal’s insistence, agreed to sit at the table to document the 2006 games.
Thursday, March 02, 2006
Massive Jackpot Continues Winning Trend at Online Casino
Cathy T. this week cashed in a $280,927.71 jackpot from InterCasino’s Video Casino Progressive Jackpot. The win marks one of the biggest progressive jackpot wins this year, and Cathy was eager to express her gratitude to Intercasino Manager, Ryan Hartley.
“I never thought I would be the one to win a jackpot like this, but not long after I signed up with InterCasino I picked the lucky numbers that changed by life,” said Cathy. “The personal congratulations from Ryan Hartley made the experience all the more special, and I thank him and the rest of the InterCasino staff for the excellent service.”
Intercasino’s online casino software brings Video Keno, the number-guessing game made famous in Las Vegas lounges, to the personal computer of gamers the world over. Even more exciting than the games themselves is the prospect of winning some truly spectacular jackpots at any given moment.
“I’ve been present for each and every jackpot awarded at Intercasino, and I never tire of watching how these awards change the lives of our customers for the better,” said Casino Manager Ryan Hartley. “We look forward to awarding the next lucky individual with a jackpot from Video Keno or any of the other entertaining games that are playable at Intercasino.”
“I never thought I would be the one to win a jackpot like this, but not long after I signed up with InterCasino I picked the lucky numbers that changed by life,” said Cathy. “The personal congratulations from Ryan Hartley made the experience all the more special, and I thank him and the rest of the InterCasino staff for the excellent service.”
Intercasino’s online casino software brings Video Keno, the number-guessing game made famous in Las Vegas lounges, to the personal computer of gamers the world over. Even more exciting than the games themselves is the prospect of winning some truly spectacular jackpots at any given moment.
“I’ve been present for each and every jackpot awarded at Intercasino, and I never tire of watching how these awards change the lives of our customers for the better,” said Casino Manager Ryan Hartley. “We look forward to awarding the next lucky individual with a jackpot from Video Keno or any of the other entertaining games that are playable at Intercasino.”
Wednesday, March 01, 2006
African school funded by Slotland.com opens soon
Malawi School Construction Nearly Complete, Teachers Being Hired
The rainy season has made it challenging, but the school in Malawi being built with funding from Slotland.com is almost finished. Word is out in surrounding villages that teachers are now being hired for the school that will open next month.
Over thirty villagers worked all winter on the school. As the local Project Manager interviews prospective teachers, crews are working on the final touches -- drains around the building, latrines, painting and decorating the classrooms.
The project, named “New Hope for a New Generation”, will provide education and opportunities for the children of an impoverished African village. Although they likely have no idea what a slot machine is, never mind the Internet, their lives will be forever changed by the generosity of the popular all-slots web site.
“We’re so happy that the Slotland.com community is able to make such a big difference in the lives of so many people,” said Slotland.com Manager Hannah Morante. “People tell us all the time that they choose to play slots at Slotland.com because they know it is a different kind of online casino.”
“The whole village has pulled together to get our school built,” said vigilant Project Manager, Tereza Mirovicova. “We had one man that didn’t understand the spirit of the project and tried to get things for himself only. Luckily the Village Headman and his family understood and helped us.”
In the school garden, volunteers have planted maize, sweet potatoes, peanuts and casawa to feed the students that will soon fill the new school. The maize, a staple in Malawi, is now over 2 metres high and ready to harvest just as classes begin.
The rainy season has made it challenging, but the school in Malawi being built with funding from Slotland.com is almost finished. Word is out in surrounding villages that teachers are now being hired for the school that will open next month.
Over thirty villagers worked all winter on the school. As the local Project Manager interviews prospective teachers, crews are working on the final touches -- drains around the building, latrines, painting and decorating the classrooms.The project, named “New Hope for a New Generation”, will provide education and opportunities for the children of an impoverished African village. Although they likely have no idea what a slot machine is, never mind the Internet, their lives will be forever changed by the generosity of the popular all-slots web site.
“We’re so happy that the Slotland.com community is able to make such a big difference in the lives of so many people,” said Slotland.com Manager Hannah Morante. “People tell us all the time that they choose to play slots at Slotland.com because they know it is a different kind of online casino.”
“The whole village has pulled together to get our school built,” said vigilant Project Manager, Tereza Mirovicova. “We had one man that didn’t understand the spirit of the project and tried to get things for himself only. Luckily the Village Headman and his family understood and helped us.”
In the school garden, volunteers have planted maize, sweet potatoes, peanuts and casawa to feed the students that will soon fill the new school. The maize, a staple in Malawi, is now over 2 metres high and ready to harvest just as classes begin.
Brokeback Mountain is both critics’ and the odds makers’ choice for this weekend’s Oscars
Best Supporting Actor hard to call but Aces.com predicts it won’t be a gay cowboy
Although not everyone is ready to see a gay romance dominate the Oscars, Brokeback Mountain is an obvious favorite with both critics and odds makers. Aces.com favors the controversial picture to win at 1-10 odds (odds at Aces.com as of March 2, 2006).
Although Aces.com is a little bit of Las Vegas online, they’re offering better payouts than Vegas hotels on Brokeback Mountain. The Las Vegas Sun reports that the Wynn Las Vegas, for example, put the movie's odds at 3-5.
“I know some books have shortened the odds on Brokeback Mountain this week,” said Aces.com Manager Rene Quesada. “We’ve still got it at 1-10 though – a pretty good payout if you think Hollywood is ready to honor a gay cowboy movie. If not, you could go with Crash – but a three dollar bet only wins two.”
Brokeback Mountain has already won the Directors Guild Award the Producers Guild Award and the Golden Globe. Since 1989, when the PGA came into existence, nine pictures have won all of these awards and eight of the nine have gone on to win the Academy Award for best picture.
Odds makers seem to doubt Best Supporting Actor will go to a gay cowboy. Jake Gyllenhaal is only given 7-2 odds for his role in Brokeback Mountain while George Clooney is at 2-3 for Syriana, as is Paul Giamatti for Cinderella Man.
Although some critics argue that she really played a Supporting Actress roll in Walk the Line, Reese Witherspoon is an obvious winner in the Best Supporting Actress.
“Reese Witherspoon for Best Actress – that’s a no-brainer,” said Quesada. “At odds of 1-6, we’re seeing a lot of Aces.com players putting money on her.”
Complete odds for this weekend’s Academy Awards are updated daily at Ace.com where other entertainment props on American Idol, The Amazing Race and Survivor Panama are also posted.
Although not everyone is ready to see a gay romance dominate the Oscars, Brokeback Mountain is an obvious favorite with both critics and odds makers. Aces.com favors the controversial picture to win at 1-10 odds (odds at Aces.com as of March 2, 2006).
Although Aces.com is a little bit of Las Vegas online, they’re offering better payouts than Vegas hotels on Brokeback Mountain. The Las Vegas Sun reports that the Wynn Las Vegas, for example, put the movie's odds at 3-5.
“I know some books have shortened the odds on Brokeback Mountain this week,” said Aces.com Manager Rene Quesada. “We’ve still got it at 1-10 though – a pretty good payout if you think Hollywood is ready to honor a gay cowboy movie. If not, you could go with Crash – but a three dollar bet only wins two.”
Brokeback Mountain has already won the Directors Guild Award the Producers Guild Award and the Golden Globe. Since 1989, when the PGA came into existence, nine pictures have won all of these awards and eight of the nine have gone on to win the Academy Award for best picture.
Odds makers seem to doubt Best Supporting Actor will go to a gay cowboy. Jake Gyllenhaal is only given 7-2 odds for his role in Brokeback Mountain while George Clooney is at 2-3 for Syriana, as is Paul Giamatti for Cinderella Man.
Although some critics argue that she really played a Supporting Actress roll in Walk the Line, Reese Witherspoon is an obvious winner in the Best Supporting Actress.
“Reese Witherspoon for Best Actress – that’s a no-brainer,” said Quesada. “At odds of 1-6, we’re seeing a lot of Aces.com players putting money on her.”
Complete odds for this weekend’s Academy Awards are updated daily at Ace.com where other entertainment props on American Idol, The Amazing Race and Survivor Panama are also posted.
Amazing Race Wagering Shows Sensible Choice Not Always the Most Popular
Despite the Odds, PlayersOnly.com Players Favor Blond Bombshells to Win
The odds may favor two more experienced traveling duos, but PlayersOnly.com players are true to form in putting their money on two sexy sisters. While odds favor the smart, young and athletic Ray and Yolanda at 7-2, and Barry & Fran (5-1) who have been traveling the world together for forty years, PO punters are nevertheless putting their money on two attractive but inexperienced travelers. Danielle & Dani are relative long shots in the contest at 7-1.
“It wouldn’t be much fun if we all bet on the obvious favorites now, would it?” mused PlayersOnly.com Manager, Tim Williams. “I guess our players figure a pretty face and a tight pink t-shirt could come in handy in this race!”
According to the CBS web site: “Armed with bold personalities and a fearless attitude, the duo believes that anything is possible with good looks and thick accents, which they aren't afraid to use if it helps them to win the $1 million prize.”
In it’s ninth season, Amazing Race returns to its original format after an experiment with families racing against each other last time out. It’s back to teams of two racing around the world, never knowing where they'll go next or what they'll have to do once there. There are four sets of friends, three dating couples, two married couples, and two couples comprised of family members. The eleven teams will be asked to perform various duties while they travel around the world. Those who can't keep up with the quick pace will be eliminated from the competition as the weeks go by until just one team remains.
“The odds will change every week as teams are eliminated,” said Williams. “A smart bet early in the game – that’s how to clear some coin on this.”
Current Odds on the 9th Amazing Race:
Ray & Yolanda: 7-2
BJ & Tyler: 4-1
Fran & Barry: 5-1
Danielle & Dani: 7-1
David & Lori: 8-1
Jeremy & Eric: 11-5
John & Scott: 6-1
Joseph & Monica: 8-1
Lake & Michelle: 7-1
Lisa & Joni: 10-1
Wanda & Desiree: 6-1
In setting the odds on each team, odds makers consider their travel experience, physical condition and personality traits. Odds on the Amazing Race will be posted at PlayersOnly.com and updated daily throughout the series. PlayersOnly.com also posts odds on American Idol, Survivor Panama, Donald Trump’s Apprentice, Survivor Panama and the 2008 Presidential Election.
The Amazing Race 9 premiered on CBS on February 28 and, following its special two-hour premiere, will air regularly on Tuesdays at nine.
The odds may favor two more experienced traveling duos, but PlayersOnly.com players are true to form in putting their money on two sexy sisters. While odds favor the smart, young and athletic Ray and Yolanda at 7-2, and Barry & Fran (5-1) who have been traveling the world together for forty years, PO punters are nevertheless putting their money on two attractive but inexperienced travelers. Danielle & Dani are relative long shots in the contest at 7-1.
“It wouldn’t be much fun if we all bet on the obvious favorites now, would it?” mused PlayersOnly.com Manager, Tim Williams. “I guess our players figure a pretty face and a tight pink t-shirt could come in handy in this race!”
According to the CBS web site: “Armed with bold personalities and a fearless attitude, the duo believes that anything is possible with good looks and thick accents, which they aren't afraid to use if it helps them to win the $1 million prize.”
In it’s ninth season, Amazing Race returns to its original format after an experiment with families racing against each other last time out. It’s back to teams of two racing around the world, never knowing where they'll go next or what they'll have to do once there. There are four sets of friends, three dating couples, two married couples, and two couples comprised of family members. The eleven teams will be asked to perform various duties while they travel around the world. Those who can't keep up with the quick pace will be eliminated from the competition as the weeks go by until just one team remains.
“The odds will change every week as teams are eliminated,” said Williams. “A smart bet early in the game – that’s how to clear some coin on this.”
Current Odds on the 9th Amazing Race:
Ray & Yolanda: 7-2
BJ & Tyler: 4-1
Fran & Barry: 5-1
Danielle & Dani: 7-1
David & Lori: 8-1
Jeremy & Eric: 11-5
John & Scott: 6-1
Joseph & Monica: 8-1
Lake & Michelle: 7-1
Lisa & Joni: 10-1
Wanda & Desiree: 6-1
In setting the odds on each team, odds makers consider their travel experience, physical condition and personality traits. Odds on the Amazing Race will be posted at PlayersOnly.com and updated daily throughout the series. PlayersOnly.com also posts odds on American Idol, Survivor Panama, Donald Trump’s Apprentice, Survivor Panama and the 2008 Presidential Election.
The Amazing Race 9 premiered on CBS on February 28 and, following its special two-hour premiere, will air regularly on Tuesdays at nine.
Thursday, February 16, 2006
First Jackpot Winner of the Year Wins Second Largest Prize Ever
Slotland.com Players Wins $155,917 Proving That Little Players Can Win Big
Last month, Slotland.com’s first big jackpot winner of the year won $155,917 playing Striking Sevens, making her the all-slots site’s second largest jackpot winner ever. “COWGYRLGHOST” always figured that little players like her, who never deposit more than $50 a month and never make maximum bets, could never win the really big jackpots that she was constantly hearing about at Slotland.com.
“Actually, most of our players are like COWGYRLGHOST. They just play the slot machines for a few minutes here and there, whenever they need a little break,” said Hannah Morante of Slotland.com. “Our new mobile slot machines mean the next big winner could hit the jackpot on the train, standing in a bank queue, or walking behind you on the street tomorrow!”
“Generally I love card games so Striking Sevens has been my favorite for a couple of years,” said COWGYRLGHOST when asked how she came to hit the big jackpot. “I like the Jacks or Better and the Wild Hearts games. You can even play Jacks or Better on your cell phone now. But I really love getting wild cards like you only get in Striking Sevens.”
COWGYRLGHOST felt lucky from her first deposit in January. She won a 100% Deposit Delights bonus and decided to take that as an omen and jump her wagers to $3 per hand.
“Now I am not one to believe in instinct, but following my gut really paid off this time! My first three hands were junk. My heart was beginning to pound pretty hard and my head was screaming at me to stop and cash in my chips. I steadied myself and decided to stick with my decision to play out 20 hands at max bets.”
It wasn’t until her sixteenth hand, though, that COWGYRLGHOST realized she’d been right to trust her hunch and play on.. When she was dealt a Jack of Hearts, it was all she needed to win a hand she’d thought she’d certainly lost.
“I looked at my account, where just a few minutes ago I was so proud I’d gotten my $50 deposit up to $600 plus balance, there was an astounding $156,000 PLUS balance! “
Slotland’s latest jackpot winner will take a month off work and pay off the mortgage on her new Wyoming home.
“I recently transferred from to get back to nature but also to cut my cost of living. I had reduced my mortgage payments by getting a wonderful house in a smaller town and a cheaper state, but now those payments will be zero!. And that will still leave me plenty of money to decide how else I should treat myself.”
Last month, Slotland.com’s first big jackpot winner of the year won $155,917 playing Striking Sevens, making her the all-slots site’s second largest jackpot winner ever. “COWGYRLGHOST” always figured that little players like her, who never deposit more than $50 a month and never make maximum bets, could never win the really big jackpots that she was constantly hearing about at Slotland.com.
“Actually, most of our players are like COWGYRLGHOST. They just play the slot machines for a few minutes here and there, whenever they need a little break,” said Hannah Morante of Slotland.com. “Our new mobile slot machines mean the next big winner could hit the jackpot on the train, standing in a bank queue, or walking behind you on the street tomorrow!”
“Generally I love card games so Striking Sevens has been my favorite for a couple of years,” said COWGYRLGHOST when asked how she came to hit the big jackpot. “I like the Jacks or Better and the Wild Hearts games. You can even play Jacks or Better on your cell phone now. But I really love getting wild cards like you only get in Striking Sevens.”
COWGYRLGHOST felt lucky from her first deposit in January. She won a 100% Deposit Delights bonus and decided to take that as an omen and jump her wagers to $3 per hand.
“Now I am not one to believe in instinct, but following my gut really paid off this time! My first three hands were junk. My heart was beginning to pound pretty hard and my head was screaming at me to stop and cash in my chips. I steadied myself and decided to stick with my decision to play out 20 hands at max bets.”
It wasn’t until her sixteenth hand, though, that COWGYRLGHOST realized she’d been right to trust her hunch and play on.. When she was dealt a Jack of Hearts, it was all she needed to win a hand she’d thought she’d certainly lost.
“I looked at my account, where just a few minutes ago I was so proud I’d gotten my $50 deposit up to $600 plus balance, there was an astounding $156,000 PLUS balance! “
Slotland’s latest jackpot winner will take a month off work and pay off the mortgage on her new Wyoming home.
“I recently transferred from to get back to nature but also to cut my cost of living. I had reduced my mortgage payments by getting a wonderful house in a smaller town and a cheaper state, but now those payments will be zero!. And that will still leave me plenty of money to decide how else I should treat myself.”
Wednesday, February 15, 2006
NASCAR Drivers Worried About Bump Drafting at this Weekend’s Daytona 500
Odds makers call it a tight race with Tony Stewart, Jeff Gordon & Dale Earnhardt Jr. all at 9-2
Defending Nextel Champion Tony Stewart is so worried about reckless driving on NASCAR tracks this season that he’s checking his life insurance before this weekend’s Daytona 500. Although defending champion Jeff Gordon was favored earlier this week, odds makers currently have Tony Stewart, Jeff Gordon and Dale Earnhardt Jr. all at 9-2 (at SportingbetUSA.com as of February 15) to win this weekend’s race.
The 2006 season only began last weekend in Daytona, and drivers are already firing shots at each other over some questionable driving according to defending Nextel Champion Tony Stewart. With inclement weather postponing the Budweiser Shootout until Sunday the day ended with Nextel Cup stars Jimmie Johnson and Terry Labonte having their qualifying laps set aside for rules infractions and Hamlin's veteran teammate Tony Stewart saying the practice of ``bump drafting'' at Daytona International Speedway is going to get someone hurt or killed.
"I was watching TV before we came down here and they were talking about the tribute to Dale Earnhardt," said Stewart, referring to the fact the legendary driver was killed five years ago in the 2001 Daytona 500. "Five years from now we're probably going to have to do another tribute to another driver because we're going to kill somebody. It could be me or Dale Earnhardt Jr. or anybody out there."
What has the two-time NASCAR Nextel Cup Series champion so upset is the reckless use of bump drafting, where a car from behind rams into the rear of the car in front in an effort to increase momentum and speed up the draft. That is used to help get by another car but it's a dangerous tactic that often knocks the car out of control.
"This isn't a new topic," Earnhardt Jr. said. "It was brought up last year and guys had the right idea. I don't think softening the guys' rear bumper in front of you is the answer, rather I think it's softening the front bumper."
When asked if he learned anything from the 72-lap Budweiser Shootout, Stewart said, "Yeah, I learned to look at my life insurance policy today (Sunday) or on Monday as soon as I can get the office open."
With all the crazy props that some online sports books have been offering lately, it'll be interesting to see if anyone offers odds on whether or not a driver will be killed due to bump drafting this NASCAR season.
Defending Nextel Champion Tony Stewart is so worried about reckless driving on NASCAR tracks this season that he’s checking his life insurance before this weekend’s Daytona 500. Although defending champion Jeff Gordon was favored earlier this week, odds makers currently have Tony Stewart, Jeff Gordon and Dale Earnhardt Jr. all at 9-2 (at SportingbetUSA.com as of February 15) to win this weekend’s race.
The 2006 season only began last weekend in Daytona, and drivers are already firing shots at each other over some questionable driving according to defending Nextel Champion Tony Stewart. With inclement weather postponing the Budweiser Shootout until Sunday the day ended with Nextel Cup stars Jimmie Johnson and Terry Labonte having their qualifying laps set aside for rules infractions and Hamlin's veteran teammate Tony Stewart saying the practice of ``bump drafting'' at Daytona International Speedway is going to get someone hurt or killed.
"I was watching TV before we came down here and they were talking about the tribute to Dale Earnhardt," said Stewart, referring to the fact the legendary driver was killed five years ago in the 2001 Daytona 500. "Five years from now we're probably going to have to do another tribute to another driver because we're going to kill somebody. It could be me or Dale Earnhardt Jr. or anybody out there."
What has the two-time NASCAR Nextel Cup Series champion so upset is the reckless use of bump drafting, where a car from behind rams into the rear of the car in front in an effort to increase momentum and speed up the draft. That is used to help get by another car but it's a dangerous tactic that often knocks the car out of control.
"This isn't a new topic," Earnhardt Jr. said. "It was brought up last year and guys had the right idea. I don't think softening the guys' rear bumper in front of you is the answer, rather I think it's softening the front bumper."
When asked if he learned anything from the 72-lap Budweiser Shootout, Stewart said, "Yeah, I learned to look at my life insurance policy today (Sunday) or on Monday as soon as I can get the office open."
With all the crazy props that some online sports books have been offering lately, it'll be interesting to see if anyone offers odds on whether or not a driver will be killed due to bump drafting this NASCAR season.
Thursday, February 09, 2006
Brooke Burke & Deborah Gibson Heat Up Super Bowl Party
PlayersOnly.com Treats Hundreds of Players to Hottest Super Bowl Party Ever
Super Bowl partiers might have been shivering in Detroit last weekend, but the PlayersOnly.com Super Bowl Party in Los Angeles was sizzling. Hosted by former Playmate and Wild On star, Brooke Burke, hundreds of invited PlayersOnly.com players and their guests partied into overtime Super Bowl Sunday. Singer Deborah Gibson was among the celebrities that attended the event at Santa Monica's most popular sports bar, Gotham Hall.The party confirmed PlayersOnly.com as the sexiest gambling site on the internet. There were almost as many scantily clad models as big screen TVs at the party as dozens of Players Only Hostesses and models from adult pay-per-view network TEN strutted their stuff.
Former Playmate Jill Ann Spaulding was behind the camera as official photographer of the event. "After the game, when the band came on, that's when things got a little crazy - and I got some of my hottest shots!" said Spaulding.
"The game itself was in the bag so early on," said PlayersOnly.com Manager, Tim Williams. "It was easy for our guests to be distracted by all the eye candy we invited for them!".
The general consensus among the partiers was that PlayersOnly.com knows how to treat their players.
"Hey man, Players Only ROCKS," stammered one enthusiastic partier on his way back to the open bar. "These guys know how to party!"
Although the Steelers were favored over the Seahawks from the first day odds were posted, betting at PlayersOnly.com was fairly balanced.
Wednesday, February 08, 2006
American’s Behind Team USA at Olympics Despite the Odds
SportingbetUSA.com Players Favor U.S. Teams to Bring Back the Gold from Turin
The mostly hotly contended medals at next week’s Olympics are skiing and hockey – Olympic gold that SportingbetUSA.com players expect to be brought back to America!
SportingbetUSA.com – where America bets – is offering a list of Olympics props. Predictably, SportingbetUSA players feel strongest about sports they see as America’s turf.
“I don’t care about ladies figure skating… let the French have that one!” said one player. “But I definitely want to see the Men’s Hockey Gold back in America where it belongs!”
“I know the odds makers think Czech Republic has a better chance of beating Canada for the gold in Men’s Hockey,” said SportingbetUSA.com manager Tony Delgado, “But I guess our players are more patriotic than that -- we’re seeing a lot of money on the U.S. team.”
American downhill star Bode Miller isn’t the favorite to win gold in Men’s downhill either. Odds on Miller to win one gold medal currently sit at 7-4, two gold at 9-2, and three gold at 20-1. Odds on him getting shut out of a gold medal are 4-7. Nevertheless, SportingbetUSA.com bettors seem to think this is another Olympic gold medal that belongs in America and are putting their bucks on Bode.
The most medals the US has ever won in one Winter Olympic Games was 34 in 2002 at the Salt Lake City games, including 10 gold medals. SportingbetUSA.com odds makers have set 28.5 as the over/under number of total medals for the U.S. delegation. Odds on the U.S. leading the medal count in Turin are 9-5, behind only Germany at 5-9.
AFC Favored in Pro Bowl, Hawaii
Aces.com Players Put Their Money on the Steelers/Colts Roster
With a roster loaded with Super Bowl Champion Steelers players, and the Colts’ unstoppable Peyton Manning, the AFC is favored in this weekend’s NFL Pro Bowl. Aces.com currently has the AFC line at –180 (money line) -4 (spread) 68.5 (total) with the NFC team, led by Seahawks quarterback Mark Hasselbeck, at +160.
The NFL Pro Bowl pits the best players from AFC against the cream of the NFC on Sunday, February 12 in Hawaii. The Indianapolis Colts top the league with seven players – including Peyton Manning -- heading to Hawaii. Two All-Stars from Pittsburgh -- Alan Faneca and Troy Polamalu -- are also earning bettors’ confidence in the AFC team.
“After last weekend’s Super Bowl win, it’s only natural the AFC team would be a popular bet,” said Aces.com Manager, Rene Queseda. “The Steelers were the favorite in the Super Bowl as well, despite having a worse season than the Seahawks. Aces customers actually bet the Super Bowl pretty even and it looks like the Pro Bowl will go that way too.”
Retro Vegas-style Aces.com recently added Three Card Poker, a new game quickly gaining popularity on the Las Vegas strip. Photos of Deborah Gibson, Snoop Dogg, Lauren Holly, The Backstreet Boys, Michael Buble, Robin Leach, Sugarland and other celebrities at Aces.com’s poker table backstage at the Radio Music Awards in Las Vegas are online at: Aces.com/gallery.
Odds for the Pro Bowl as well as basketball and golf odds and props are posted at Aces.com/Sportsbook.
Friday, January 27, 2006
Easy New Three Card Poker Game Launched at Aces.com
Aces.com one of the first to offer online version of easy new game taking Las Vegas by storm
The most popular new card game in Las Vegas, Three Card Poker, is now available at retro Vegas-style Aces.com. This is a great game for people that want to be part of the incredible poker phenomenon sweeping online casinos everywhere, but find regular poker rules and strategy a bit daunting.
“No other online casino looks and feels as much like Las Vegas as ours,” says Aces.com Manager Rene Queseda, “So naturally we’re one of the first online casinos to offer the most popular new game in Vegas.”
Three Card Poker is really two games in one: “PairPlus” and “Ante and Play”. Players can bet on either one or both, and in different amounts.
PairPlus is a simple game in which players are dealt three cards and are paid according to their value. There is no raising or discarding. It doesn’t matter if the dealer qualifies or even beats the player’s hand, or if the player has placed a bet on the Ante Game. If their hand has a pair or better they win.
Ante and Play begins with a wager on the ante. After viewing their three cards, players can either raise by putting an equal bet on play, or fold and lose the ante bet. Because there are only three cards, mathematical probabilities are different and hand rankings are therefore a little different than with traditional five card hands with a Straight Flush being the highest ranked.
The most popular new card game in Las Vegas, Three Card Poker, is now available at retro Vegas-style Aces.com. This is a great game for people that want to be part of the incredible poker phenomenon sweeping online casinos everywhere, but find regular poker rules and strategy a bit daunting.
“No other online casino looks and feels as much like Las Vegas as ours,” says Aces.com Manager Rene Queseda, “So naturally we’re one of the first online casinos to offer the most popular new game in Vegas.”
Three Card Poker is really two games in one: “PairPlus” and “Ante and Play”. Players can bet on either one or both, and in different amounts.
PairPlus is a simple game in which players are dealt three cards and are paid according to their value. There is no raising or discarding. It doesn’t matter if the dealer qualifies or even beats the player’s hand, or if the player has placed a bet on the Ante Game. If their hand has a pair or better they win.
Ante and Play begins with a wager on the ante. After viewing their three cards, players can either raise by putting an equal bet on play, or fold and lose the ante bet. Because there are only three cards, mathematical probabilities are different and hand rankings are therefore a little different than with traditional five card hands with a Straight Flush being the highest ranked.
Wednesday, January 25, 2006
Brooke Burke and Stars of TV Network TEN Confirmed for PlayersOnly.com’s Super Bowl Extravaganza
PlayersOnly.com Contest Winners to Party with Models, Playmates, Adult TV Stars, & Calendar Girls
The online world’s sexiest sports betting, casino, and poker destination is celebrating Super Bowl XL with “The Hottest Super Bowl Party Ever” in Santa Monica, California this February 5th. A hundred PlayersOnly.com members and their guests will be on the VIP List.
Highlights of the Party will be podcast -- check it out!
"Detroit’s too cold for us and the Players Only Girls,” laughed Tim Williams, PlayersOnly.com Brand Manager. “We like it hot, so we’re taking our Super Bowl Party to the beach in LA!”
…Or more specifically, Santa Monica. The party will be at the area’s most exclusive private club, Gotham Hall (http://gothamhall.com/), and is certain to be the Hottest Super Bowl Party EVER.
Former Wild On! girl Brooke Burke will be there, along with possible surprise appearances by celebrities in entertainment and the NFL, and of course a 2006 Players Only Calendar Girl or two. And in true Players Only style, Former Playmate Jill Ann Spaulding will also be on hand, and the Ten Girls from adult pay-per-view video network, Ten, will also make a special appearance.
There will be super-sized screens on every wall for the guests -- Super Bowl viewing pleasure and poker tables everywhere. Beautiful hostesses will be serving complimentary food and cocktails to all the guests from the open bar and chef-prepared cuisine. Live musical performances will follow after the big game.
Photo and video highlights of the party will be online at PlayersOnly.com after the party.
A hundred lucky players will be the special guests of PlayersOnly.com. Winners will be randomly drawn from entries received now until January 31st. Players get one free chance to win by entering the contest at http://www.playersonly.com/contest/ten/, and get additional entries with each wager placed.
PlayersOnly.com NFL Playoffs and Super Bowl odds and props are continually updated at http://www.playersonly.com/lines/index.php?sport=203.
PlayersOnly.com recently confirmed its “World’s Sexiest Sportsbook” title by mailing the eagerly awaited 2006 Players Only Calendar to each of its members. The Calendar features four top models in twelve exotic locations and has already been proclaimed as the hottest Players Only Calendar to date by those that have already received it.
ENDS
For further information on the PlayersOnly.com Super Bowl Party Contest, or the party in Santa Monica, or the 2006 Players Only Calendar, please contact:
Larry Colcy, Lyceum Media(604) 685-6240Larry@LyceumMedia.com
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The online world’s sexiest sports betting, casino, and poker destination is celebrating Super Bowl XL with “The Hottest Super Bowl Party Ever” in Santa Monica, California this February 5th. A hundred PlayersOnly.com members and their guests will be on the VIP List.
Highlights of the Party will be podcast -- check it out!
"Detroit’s too cold for us and the Players Only Girls,” laughed Tim Williams, PlayersOnly.com Brand Manager. “We like it hot, so we’re taking our Super Bowl Party to the beach in LA!”
…Or more specifically, Santa Monica. The party will be at the area’s most exclusive private club, Gotham Hall (http://gothamhall.com/), and is certain to be the Hottest Super Bowl Party EVER.
Former Wild On! girl Brooke Burke will be there, along with possible surprise appearances by celebrities in entertainment and the NFL, and of course a 2006 Players Only Calendar Girl or two. And in true Players Only style, Former Playmate Jill Ann Spaulding will also be on hand, and the Ten Girls from adult pay-per-view video network, Ten, will also make a special appearance.
There will be super-sized screens on every wall for the guests -- Super Bowl viewing pleasure and poker tables everywhere. Beautiful hostesses will be serving complimentary food and cocktails to all the guests from the open bar and chef-prepared cuisine. Live musical performances will follow after the big game.
Photo and video highlights of the party will be online at PlayersOnly.com after the party.
A hundred lucky players will be the special guests of PlayersOnly.com. Winners will be randomly drawn from entries received now until January 31st. Players get one free chance to win by entering the contest at http://www.playersonly.com/contest/ten/, and get additional entries with each wager placed.
PlayersOnly.com NFL Playoffs and Super Bowl odds and props are continually updated at http://www.playersonly.com/lines/index.php?sport=203.
PlayersOnly.com recently confirmed its “World’s Sexiest Sportsbook” title by mailing the eagerly awaited 2006 Players Only Calendar to each of its members. The Calendar features four top models in twelve exotic locations and has already been proclaimed as the hottest Players Only Calendar to date by those that have already received it.
ENDS
For further information on the PlayersOnly.com Super Bowl Party Contest, or the party in Santa Monica, or the 2006 Players Only Calendar, please contact:
Larry Colcy, Lyceum Media(604) 685-6240Larry@LyceumMedia.com
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Thursday, January 12, 2006
New Mobile Phone Slot Machine Follows Instant Success of Slotland.com’s First Portable, Real-Money Slots Game
Slotland.com Adds ‘Jacks or Better’ to Suite of Mobile Phone/PDA Games
After the recent runaway success of their first real-money mobile slot machine, Slotland.com has added another all-time favourite to their popular mobile games. “Jacks or Better” is a slot machine based on video poker that can now be played both online and on mobile phones or PDAs.
The object of Jacks Or Better is to obtain the best possible poker hand. On the initial deal, players are dealt five cards face up. They can hold all cards dealt or get up to five new cards.
When Slotland.com, the world’s most popular all-slots web site, first introduced its all time favourite “Lucky Stars” machine for mobile phones and PDAs, it was an instant success. Over $3.5 million was wagered by players in bank queues, lunchrooms, and subway trains all over the world on the second day of the service.
“We couldn’t wait to make this second game available to our community,” said Hannah Morante of Slotland.com. “It was tough to decide which of our games to add to the mobile suite next, but since Jacks or Better is so popular on our web site, we know it will also be popular on phones and PDAs.”
Long known for their customer service and frequently won progressive jackpots, Slotland.com is also becoming known for its philanthropy around the world. The company has sponsored amateur sports for some time and is currently building a school that will give new hope to a small village in Africa.
To download either of Slotland.com’s mobile games logon to http://wap.slotland.com using the browser on any mobile phone or PDA.
2006 PlayersOnly.com Calendar Girls Even Hotter Than Last Year
Players Receiving Annual Gift from the World’s Sexiest Sportsbook, Casino & Poker Room
Jaws are dropping as the 2006 PlayersOnly.com Calendar arrives in PO members’ mailboxes this month. The Calendar, which this year features four hot models shot in twelve exotic tropical locations, is an annual gift to players at the World’s Sexiest Sportsbook, Casino and Poker Room.
Jennifer, one of the most talked about models in last year’s Calendar, is back again this year. She’s joined by blond bombshell Melissa, exotic Asian beauty Marcela, and Latin seductress Fabiola. Photographer Ernesto Fiks shot the women at the beach, in the pool, at the bar and straddling a motorcycle on location in the Caribbean.
“I love being a Players Only Calendar Girl!” squealed Jennifer at a recent unveiling of the 2006 Calendar. “I get invited to lots of parties, and my picture is hanging beside computers all over America!”
“We got such a great response to the Calendar last year,” said Marketing Director Alex Czajkowski, “We decided to invest even more in it this year, brought on top international models and a really brilliant photographer and design team. This year’s calendar is HOT!”
The 2006 PlayersOnly.com Calendar has been sent to all current active players, and will be sent to all newly registered players while supplies last. New players can register at the online gambling site, featuring casino games, sports betting and poker, at www.PlayersOnly.com.
“We did 12 photo shoots to produce this Calendar, and we got thousands of hot pics that didn’t go in the printed Calendar,” said PlayersOnly.com Brand Manager, Tim Williams. “We’ll be adding galleries to the site every month.” (For photo galleries, please see: www.playersonly.com/women)
Selected photos from the Calendar’s 12 photo shoots are available for publication with the consent of PlayersOnly.com or their agent, Lyceum Media. A browseable gallery is available online at www.SportingbetMediaCenter.com/private/POCalendar06. To obtain the required ID and password to access this library, editors, journalists and webmasters should contact Lyceum Media.
Wednesday, January 11, 2006
Colts Not a Sure Bet – Broncos Odds May Offer Better Value
Smart Money Should Move to Denver After Broncos’ Performance in San Diego
After an amazing season, the Colts are an obvious Super Bowl favorite. There are other teams, though, that could just make it – and pay off even better if they do. After Mike Shanahan and his crew totally dismantled the Chargers in San Diego New Year’s Eve, the Broncos could be the best bet.
“You have to lay 10-11 if you want to take the Colts for the Super Bowl,” cautioned SportingbetUSA.com (www.sportingbetusa.com) Brand Manager Tony Delgado. “There may be better value elsewhere. A lot of SportingbetUSA players are watching to see how the Broncos do through the Divisional Championships this weekend.”
In their spectacular regular-season finale, Denver used a strong defensive effort and three Tatum Bell touchdowns to finish out the season with a 23-7 win over the San Diego Chargers. The Broncos (13-3) will have had a week off before playing in the divisional playoffs January 14.
SportingbetUSA.com’s adjusted lines for Saturday’s game (as of January 11, 2006) favor the Broncos at -3 with the Patriots at +3.
The other AFC teams had better fasten their chinstraps. This group is running to the ball with a purpose, and with Trevor Pryce, linebackers Wilson, Gold, Williams, as well as Champ Bailey and John Lynch they’re poised for a serious run at the championship.
Stopping the opponent’s offense has always been the issue around Denver, as everyone agrees that Shanahan is an offensive wizard. His defense always collapses down the stretch though, and this has been their Achilles heel.
“The Broncos finally have balance on both sides of the ball and that is bad news for the rest of the AFC! I’m just not comfortable with the way the Colts offense is performing these days,” said Delgado. “I think they will host the championship game on the 22nd, but I look for the Broncos to extract some serious revenge after last year’s debacle. I make it Denver 31 and Indianapolis 20 on January 22nd.”
Early Super Bowl lines at SportingbetUSA.com don’t give the Broncos much of a chance of even making it to Detroit in February. According to the odds, the two most likely match-ups are Seahawks vs Colts (9-5) and Bears vs Colts (4-1).
For up to date odds and props on the Divisional Championships, including the January 22 Broncos-Colts showdown, please see http://sportingbetusa.com/freelines/freelines.html, where early lines for the biggest betting event ever – the 40th Anniversary Super Bowl -- are also live.
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