Consider Your Position In Texas Holdem
The online game of Texas Hold'em is very much a poker game where
position is everything. A lot of online players, especially
novices, do not know this, so you can use this small piece of
knowledge to your advantage!
Strong starting hands such as an A-A or K-K can usually be
played effectively from any position at the table. You can
comfortably raise and even re-raise with these stronger hands
from any position on the table, whether you first to play or
immediately to the dealer's right.
A good position on the table will enable you to eliminate as
many players as you can before the flop. The reason that you
want to do this is a no-brainer. After the three cards have been
revealed, there is a greater chance that one of your opponents
will flop something that beats your hand.
If you aren't familiar with position at the table, here are a
few basics:
1. The later you get to play, the better. Last action is the
preferred action.
2. The early bird is not the desired position after the big
blind. The earlier the position, the worse it is. You have to
make a decision before seeing how anyone else is playing their
hand.
3. If you are at the small or big blind position, you don't have
position after the flop. In other words, now you are in a less
desirable position.
These three tips are so basic, but might help you as you begin
to explore the game of Texas Hold'em and give you food for
thought before you move on the next hand.
If you are dealt a strong hand and are also fortunate enough to
be in good position on the table, then is the time to take your
opponents to the cleaners!