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Title: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Chipaccrual on June 29, 2011, 20:20:19 PM
The next Amateur Championship event of Season Five will be the 888poker Scottish Amateur Poker Championship which will take place at the Gala Casino in Glasgow on the weekend of July 30th & 31st.

The event will feature a buy in of £75 and direct entry is available using the "Leagues" tab in the 888poker lobby from 9pm on Thursday 7th July 2011

This can be found via selecting "All Games" and then "Tournaments".

To open an account with 888poker and qualify for this event please click the link below:-

(http://bit.ly/i9pfaG) (http://bit.ly/hZ5Ulq)

For players who would rather satellite in, a range of satellites will be available on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday of next week (4th to 6th July).  These satellites are open now for registration.

Further details will follow on this thread.




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Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Chipaccrual on June 29, 2011, 20:22:48 PM
Direct Buy-In

To buy-in directly to the 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship, download and register with 888poker.com by clicking the link above.

Open the poker lobby and navigate through "All Games", "Tournaments" to find the "League" tab.  The Scottish Amateur Poker Championship is listed amongst the APAT games.  Click on the event to register for $122 from 9pm on Thursday 7th July.

July Satellites on 888poker (All 8pm starts)

The following satellites will pay one seat for every $122 in the prizepool

Monday 4th July - $20+$2 Freezeout to APAT Scottish Championship (Glasgow 30th/31st July)
Tuesday 5th July - $10+$1 Freezeout to APAT Scottish Championship (Glasgow 30th/31st July)
Wednesday 6th July - $5+$0.50 Rebuy to APAT Scottish Championship (Glasgow 30th/31st July)


Satellite Qualifiers for Live Event

h_k_phooey
SantinoAPAT
BKDJKebab

kevlar1991
tod_wood

cgull68
suzy_666
gerduke
AeneasQ10
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Chipaccrual on June 29, 2011, 20:23:20 PM
Player List Will Appear Here
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: smasher37 on June 29, 2011, 20:58:18 PM
i suppose i will be the first donut to say i cant find them leigh and also they are to the scottish apat and not the welsh yes
;D ;D
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Chipaccrual on June 29, 2011, 21:01:19 PM

i suppose i will be the first donut to say i cant find them leigh and also they are to the scottish apat and not the welsh yes
;D ;D


They are on their way.  Trust me.   ;D
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: smasher37 on June 29, 2011, 21:03:43 PM
Ok i will place my trust in your good self  ??? ???
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: smasher37 on June 29, 2011, 21:04:32 PM
Nice quick editing as well its like it never said it at all LOL
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Chipaccrual on June 30, 2011, 19:53:56 PM
Satellites are now all live for Glasgow.  If you win a seat, you will be added to the holding tank on 888poker.  Any problems with this, just drop me a message.


You will also see the Direct Buyin Holding Tank in the Lobby.  This will become available for registration from 9pm on Thursday 7th July.
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Santino67 on July 03, 2011, 12:33:47 PM
Leigh was this tournament originally meant to be the 23rd/24th July?
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Chipaccrual on July 03, 2011, 12:52:48 PM

Leigh was this tournament originally meant to be the 23rd/24th July?


Grant,

It"s always been in the schedule for the last weekend in July.  Don"t think it"s ever changed from anything else.

Leigh
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Santino67 on July 03, 2011, 13:15:20 PM


Leigh was this tournament originally meant to be the 23rd/24th July?


Grant,

It"s always been in the schedule for the last weekend in July.  Don"t think it"s ever changed from anything else.

Leigh


Ooooooops! I"ve got the 23rd/24th off work and working the 30th/31st. Need to scramble for shift swaps now  ::)
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Scousebill on July 03, 2011, 13:21:52 PM
I think you have read the dates wrong...

Jul 23 - Scottish Online Poker Championship - 8pm

The Online Tournaments are always a week before the Bricks & Mortar ones....
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Santino67 on July 04, 2011, 03:13:13 AM
Applied for leave and swaps so hopefully one of them will work  ;D
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: samuel_9 on July 04, 2011, 18:33:28 PM
only 6 players so far for 2nites satalite for glassgow
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: pables on July 04, 2011, 19:13:45 PM
8 now, but why not give 2nd placed person all remaining bunce instead of giving 3rd half his buy in if you understand me

Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Santino67 on July 04, 2011, 22:28:09 PM
Won my seat so playing regardless of shifts etc etc. Well done also to HK Phooey, amazingly came back from $11 and to BKDJ Kebab. Unlucky to others I came across, still look forward to seeing you all on 30th. Good luck in other satellites  8)
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Scousebill on July 04, 2011, 23:00:48 PM
I can"t believe only 19 played..... Hopefully about the same for Tuesdays qualifier....
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Santino67 on July 05, 2011, 00:03:44 AM
yeah poor turnout, maybe reaction to last night
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: AJDUK on July 05, 2011, 00:58:09 AM

yeah poor turnout, maybe reaction to last night


Or perhaps a reaction to the fact that Glasgow is a long way away for most! Having said that, I"ll be there.
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: revelation07 on July 05, 2011, 05:00:41 AM
hello i was wondering is there only a main event going on? just seems a long way to travel for one tournment for most people, is ther not any side events???
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: DJKebab on July 05, 2011, 10:43:09 AM

Won my seat so playing regardless of shifts etc etc. Well done also to HK Phooey, amazingly came back from $11 and to BKDJ Kebab. Unlucky to others I came across, still look forward to seeing you all on 30th. Good luck in other satellites  8)


Yes, well played Santino, and HK Phooey, incredible comeback indeed! Looking forward to the event, a home APAT event for the first time, no excuse for not being fresh I guess! Haven"t played APAT live for a fair while now so will be good to get back into it...
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: gerry5421 on July 05, 2011, 12:02:24 PM
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Paulie_D on July 05, 2011, 13:18:52 PM
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: TightEnd on July 05, 2011, 13:29:24 PM
I am trying to arrange a £25+5 Six Max NLHE for the Sunday afternoon, 48 runners max

Razz was the plan, but the venue would have to train dealers from afresh and I would rather they got the main event right first and foremost

Will confirm as soon as I can
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: gerry5421 on July 05, 2011, 13:57:14 PM

I am trying to arrange a £25+5 Six Max NLHE for the Sunday afternoon, 48 runners max

Razz was the plan, but the venue would have to train dealers from afresh and I would rather they got the main event right first and foremost

Will confirm as soon as I can


would be up for that , on the sunday
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Joker161 on July 05, 2011, 16:54:59 PM
+1

Although probably will still be in the main event (yea right!).
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: TightEnd on July 06, 2011, 09:15:07 AM
Sunday side event now confirmed

3pm £25+5 Six Max NLHE

48 runners max

On sale on the Saturday afternoon
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: revelation07 on July 06, 2011, 11:44:52 AM
hi im new and never played an event, im from london just wonder what is the dress code? and what id do i need bring? as i only have drivers licence but no passport, what time do you recomend we get there for the main event?
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: MintTrav on July 06, 2011, 11:51:52 AM

hi im new and never played an event, im from london just wonder what is the dress code? and what id do i need bring? as i only have drivers licence but no passport, what time do you recomend we get there for the main event?


Perfectly understandable - sometimes people have seen James Bond in a casino wearing a dinner jacket & bowtie and think that is compulsory. It isn"t - a normal suit and tie is totally acceptable nowadays.
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: gerry5421 on July 06, 2011, 11:52:57 AM

hi im new and never played an event, im from london just wonder what is the dress code? and what id do i need bring? as i only have drivers licence but no passport, what time do you recomend we get there for the main event?


dress code is normal casual but tidy , no football colours , driving licence is ok . more details and dowloadable form here
http://www.galacasino.co.uk/gc2/local-casinos/join-free-play-today.html (http://www.galacasino.co.uk/gc2/local-casinos/join-free-play-today.html)

Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: revelation07 on July 06, 2011, 12:02:22 PM
thank you for your help i see that many people are going there for 3 night? what is happening on the friday? do i need to turn up then? or is saturday fine?
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: PantsMan on July 06, 2011, 12:08:52 PM


yeah poor turnout, maybe reaction to last night


Or perhaps a reaction to the fact that Glasgow is a long way away for most! Having said that, I"ll be there.


Certainly my reason for not playing it. Would be a 5 hour drive (at least) and can"t get the Friday or Monday off. Shame as i"d love to play it and to visit Glasgow. Probably going to play the £100 10k guaranteed at Walsall that weekend instead.
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: samuel_9 on July 06, 2011, 13:39:07 PM

hi im new and never played an event, im from london just wonder what is the dress code? and what id do i need bring? as i only have drivers licence but no passport, what time do you recomend we get there for the main event?
just your birthday suit will be fine no 1 will notice you :-[
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: thinsy147 on July 06, 2011, 13:50:18 PM


hi im new and never played an event, im from london just wonder what is the dress code? and what id do i need bring? as i only have drivers licence but no passport, what time do you recomend we get there for the main event?


Perfectly understandable - sometimes people have seen James Bond in a casino wearing a dinner jacket & bowtie and think that is compulsory. It isn"t - a normal suit and tie is totally acceptable nowadays.


(http://i1126.photobucket.com/albums/l605/thinsy/MurrayJamesMurraypsd.jpg)
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: TightEnd on July 06, 2011, 13:51:15 PM

thank you for your help i see that many people are going there for 3 night? what is happening on the friday? do i need to turn up then? or is saturday fine?



There will be a Player briefing on the forum in the week beforehand that answers all this

for now 2.30pm start Saturday. No need to be there before 2pm

dress code/photo ID has been answered
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: PantsMan on July 06, 2011, 14:35:36 PM



hi im new and never played an event, im from london just wonder what is the dress code? and what id do i need bring? as i only have drivers licence but no passport, what time do you recomend we get there for the main event?


Perfectly understandable - sometimes people have seen James Bond in a casino wearing a dinner jacket & bowtie and think that is compulsory. It isn"t - a normal suit and tie is totally acceptable nowadays.


(http://i1126.photobucket.com/albums/l605/thinsy/MurrayJamesMurraypsd.jpg)


Quality.  :o))

Can we have one of John in hoody and shades please!
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Joker161 on July 06, 2011, 15:44:27 PM
Re: the stampede at 9pm on Thursday. I might not be in, but have the flight and hotel all booked up. I sense that this year one can register the next day and still get in (not like the old "clickfests"), although I think the capacity for the Glasgow event is smaller.

Views?
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: TightEnd on July 06, 2011, 19:47:38 PM
On the evidence of previous events this season you are right

Tricky to say, only 120 capacity at Glasgow. Meant to be lots of local interest

I would imagine you"d have 48 hours or so to buy in, if I had to put my left leg on the outcome
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: duke3016 on July 06, 2011, 22:39:40 PM
Binked a seat (sorry gerry) - bring it on
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: gerry5421 on July 06, 2011, 22:40:38 PM

Binked a seat (sorry gerry) - bring it on


:"( :"( :"( :"( :"( :"( :"( :"(

not sore ,

:"( :"( :"( :"( :"( :"( :"( :"(
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: AJDUK on July 07, 2011, 20:06:17 PM

Satellites are now all live for Glasgow.  If you win a seat, I will add your name to the list in this thread.  You will not be added to the holding tank on 888poker.  Any problems with this, just drop me a message.


You will also see the Direct Buyin Holding Tank in the Lobby.  This will become available for registration from 9pm on Thursday 7th July.


Bold above - not true! So there"s actually only 81 seats on sale tonight. Yikes!
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Chipaccrual on July 07, 2011, 20:14:04 PM


Satellites are now all live for Glasgow.  If you win a seat, I will add your name to the list in this thread.  You will not be added to the holding tank on 888poker.  Any problems with this, just drop me a message.


You will also see the Direct Buyin Holding Tank in the Lobby.  This will become available for registration from 9pm on Thursday 7th July.


Bold above - not true! So there"s actually only 81 seats on sale tonight. Yikes!


Yep,  after four events, they"ve decided to put satellite winners straight into the holding tank.  I"ve requested the holding tank cap to increase, which should happen in the next 24hrs.  My life would be boring if eveything didn"t keep changing.  ;D
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Charlie44 on July 07, 2011, 20:46:53 PM
Trying to remember from last time. Am I right in thinking no password for tonights buy in.
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Chipaccrual on July 07, 2011, 20:48:53 PM

Trying to remember from last time. Am I right in thinking no password for tonights buy in.


Correct.  Holding tank should open for reg at 9pm, and you just click to register.

If it is anything other than that, I will be unavailable for the rest of the night, having gone for a long walk off a short pier.
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: gerry5421 on July 07, 2011, 20:49:34 PM


Trying to remember from last time. Am I right in thinking no password for tonights buy in.


Correct.  Holding tank should open for reg at 9pm, and you just click to register.

If it is anything other than that, I will be unavailable for the rest of the night, having gone for a long walk off a short pier.


lol love it
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Charlie44 on July 07, 2011, 20:54:28 PM


Trying to remember from last time. Am I right in thinking no password for tonights buy in.


Correct.  Holding tank should open for reg at 9pm, and you just click to register.

If it is anything other than that, I will be unavailable for the rest of the night, having gone for a long walk off a short pier.


Many thanks - lets hope you are right !!
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Chipaccrual on July 07, 2011, 21:00:35 PM
Wiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii

;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Charlie44 on July 07, 2011, 21:04:19 PM

Wiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii

;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D


Looks like you wont have to look for that short pier.
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: smasher37 on July 07, 2011, 21:04:40 PM
Leigh must be the happiest man online at moment though if we were being picky i think the clickfest went live
about 8 seconds early.
Other than that good show LOL ;D ;D

             
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: silverfox on July 07, 2011, 21:06:31 PM
See you cats in the merchant on the 30th SEAT IS BOOKED !!!!!
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Lankylad on July 07, 2011, 21:27:44 PM
On it like a car bonnet  :-*  :as: ah
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: evilbow on July 07, 2011, 21:38:16 PM
I"ve jnust bought in directly. anyone know what happens now with regards to main event reg do you just turn up and play do the send out anything to say youve boiught in etc?
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Chipaccrual on July 07, 2011, 21:40:31 PM

I"ve jnust bought in directly. anyone know what happens now with regards to main event reg do you just turn up and play do the send out anything to say youve boiught in etc?


We"ll post up your name on a player list nearer the time, but otherwise, you"ll just need to turn up on the day.

If you haven"t registered with the casino before, photo id will be required.
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: MintTrav on July 07, 2011, 21:45:42 PM
One problem with the current method of buying in is that when you are playing live, the card-rooms block all the online poker-rooms except the one they are connected with, so you cannot buy in until you go home, whereas the APAT site is accessible. I guess there will be spaces this time, but it could become an issue if the scrum for seats starts again.
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Paulie_D on July 07, 2011, 21:51:40 PM

One problem with the current method of buying in is that when you are playing live, the card-rooms block all the online poker-rooms except the one they are connected with, so you cannot buy in until you go home, whereas the APAT site is accessible. I guess there will be spaces this time, but it could become an issue if the scrum for seats starts again.


Laptop & Dongle FTW

or...if you are sneaky (like me)...access your home PC/Lappy via LogMeIn.com using the card-rooms PC.

...or just prioritise better. ;D
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: mporter123 on July 07, 2011, 22:21:55 PM

One problem with the current method of buying in is that when you are playing live, the card-rooms block all the online poker-rooms except the one they are connected with, so you cannot buy in until you go home,


Live poker on a school night?? Such a pro
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: TightEnd on July 07, 2011, 22:35:49 PM

One problem with the current method of buying in is that when you are playing live, the card-rooms block all the online poker-rooms except the one they are connected with, so you cannot buy in until you go home, whereas the APAT site is accessible. I guess there will be spaces this time, but it could become an issue if the scrum for seats starts again.



what method of buying in would you like, feasibly?
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: AJDUK on July 07, 2011, 23:01:20 PM


One problem with the current method of buying in is that when you are playing live, the card-rooms block all the online poker-rooms except the one they are connected with, so you cannot buy in until you go home, whereas the APAT site is accessible. I guess there will be spaces this time, but it could become an issue if the scrum for seats starts again.



what method of buying in would you like, feasibly?


groat & ducket exchange IMO
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: MintTrav on July 07, 2011, 23:29:22 PM


One problem with the current method of buying in is that when you are playing live, the card-rooms block all the online poker-rooms except the one they are connected with, so you cannot buy in until you go home, whereas the APAT site is accessible. I guess there will be spaces this time, but it could become an issue if the scrum for seats starts again.



what method of buying in would you like, feasibly?


Well, the APAT website is accessible in every poker-room I play in, so the old clickfest would work fine.
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: scot_kellie on July 07, 2011, 23:52:51 PM
can utell me how to register for apat on 30th in glasgow please ty
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: duke3016 on July 08, 2011, 00:05:57 AM

can utell me how to register for apat on 30th in glasgow please ty


online at 888

lobby>tournaments>Leagues> APAT Scottish Champs Holding tank

go for it - 47 names in so far
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Eck on July 08, 2011, 01:11:17 AM

go for it - 47 names in so far


48

Will see you at the bar.
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: silverfox on July 08, 2011, 05:19:23 AM
I have my seat & I"m ready to bulldoze a few chip stacks !
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: JOKER_IRVINE on July 08, 2011, 05:31:42 AM
Im going to  get my ticket on 888 but why does it say tourney starts on 17th july? 100 starting chips and 1min blinds?
is that normal? I think it was the same last year on betfair I just want to make sure? wb soon please so i can secure a seat.

thanks JOKER12569  ah ks
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: gerry5421 on July 08, 2011, 07:44:16 AM

Im going to  get my ticket on 888 but why does it say tourney starts on 17th july? 100 starting chips and 1min blinds?
is that normal? I think it was the same last year on betfair I just want to make sure? wb soon please so i can secure a seat.

thanks JOKER12569  ah ks


its just a holding tank mate , the details arnt relevent , holding tank closes a week or two before main event , to give them time to transfer money to APAT
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: JOKER_IRVINE on July 08, 2011, 08:07:22 AM
Cheers boss just checking.
see you there :)

JOKER12569
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: gerry5421 on July 08, 2011, 08:13:20 AM

Cheers boss just checking.
see you there :)

JOKER12569


no problem mate,  if your new to APAT and fancy playing some of our league games then get signed up for Glasgow here,
http://www.apat.com/forum/index.php?topic=8298.0 (http://www.apat.com/forum/index.php?topic=8298.0)
details of the league are on the forum and any questions give us a shout
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: thinsy147 on July 08, 2011, 10:40:37 AM

Can we have one of John in hoody and shades please!



After hours and hours of investigating and reporting hacking into his mobile it turns out MintTrav is too cool for a hoodie. However, I did find him wearing shades in the noodie!!

(http://i1126.photobucket.com/albums/l605/thinsy/shwartzimurray.jpg)
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: DJKebab on July 08, 2011, 11:39:14 AM

Satellites are now all live for Glasgow.  If you win a seat, I will be added to the holding tank on 888poker.  Any problems with this, just drop me a message.


Surely an abuse of power there?!  ;D
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Donka on July 08, 2011, 12:13:19 PM
Signed up for this last night. Even planned my summer holiday so I was back in time for it. Got unfinished business after running AK into AA on a AK3 board in only the 3rd hand last year in Aberdeen!  ::)
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: samuel_9 on July 08, 2011, 12:56:55 PM
how far is the airport from the casino
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: gerry5421 on July 08, 2011, 13:23:56 PM

how far is the airport from the casino


its about 10 miles to the casino , not sure on taxi prices ,
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: cashman on July 08, 2011, 14:22:38 PM

how far is the airport from the casino


it"s usally easy to get from any airport that serves any city, you can get a bus from the airport to buchannon st station which is beside queen st rail station, £7 return 25 min journey bus every 10 min 24/7
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Donka on July 08, 2011, 15:09:07 PM


how far is the airport from the casino


it"s usally easy to get from any airport that serves any city, you can get a bus from the airport to buchannon st station which is beside queen st rail station, £7 return 25 min journey bus every 10 min 24/7


Yip, depending on time of day, I would use the bus over a taxi as you are going right through the city centre. If you are stuck in traffic, might as well stick with the fixed fare option.
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Paulie_D on July 08, 2011, 15:27:45 PM
Booked the Holiday Inn and my Virgin Trains ticket.

Unfortunately, the First Class promo seems to have gone away...I"ll muddle through somehow.
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Donka on July 08, 2011, 15:47:35 PM
Glasgow Airport Info:


Bus Info:

http://www.glasgowairport.com/portal/page/Glasgow%5EGeneral%5ETo+and+from+the+airport%5EBuses+and+coaches/82b9da55f2a6b110VgnVCM10000036821c0a____/448c6a4c7f1b0010VgnVCM200000357e120a____/


Trains:

http://www.glasgowairport.com/portal/page/Glasgow%5EGeneral%5ETo+and+from+the+airport%5ETrains/dd5d1573befba110VgnVCM10000036821c0a____/448c6a4c7f1b0010VgnVCM200000357e120a____/


Taxis:

http://www.glasgowairport.com/portal/page/Glasgow%5EGeneral%5ETo+and+from+the+airport%5ETaxis/9565cda58f4ca110VgnVCM10000036821c0a____/448c6a4c7f1b0010VgnVCM200000357e120a____/
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: TightEnd on July 10, 2011, 15:25:55 PM
Direct Buyin for the APAT Scottish Amateur Championship on 888poker will close at the end of the week. Don"t miss out
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: bigandy18 on July 10, 2011, 17:52:29 PM
What date and time will they go off sale?
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Chipaccrual on July 10, 2011, 18:01:51 PM

What date and time will they go off sale?


Sunday July 17th at 9pm or sooner if the cap is reached.
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: bigandy18 on July 10, 2011, 18:14:09 PM
i can"t seem to find it on the site
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Chipaccrual on July 10, 2011, 18:15:11 PM

i can"t seem to find it on the site


?888>lobby>tournaments>Lea?gues>APAT Scottish Champs Holding Tank $122
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: bigandy18 on July 10, 2011, 18:29:04 PM
got it thank you very much
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: silverfox on July 11, 2011, 08:13:49 AM
Can"t get on 888 at the moment how many players are registered for this one so far ???
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Paulie_D on July 11, 2011, 08:50:14 AM

Can"t get on 888 at the moment how many players are registered for this one so far ???


63 at the moment.
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: silverfox on July 11, 2011, 09:05:48 AM
Slow to fill up so far ! What happens if it"s not a sell out online? Does that mean some of the merchant bingo player can buy in direct on the day ?
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: suited_jock on July 11, 2011, 09:11:03 AM
looking forward to it not played an event since Dublin Season 1
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: silverfox on July 11, 2011, 09:21:54 AM
I"ve been asking round a little this event seems to have slipped under the radar on the Glasgow poker scene. I"ve been playing mostly in the alea & the mint I ain"t been in the merchant for some time so don"t know if there advertising this event! So might not see as many of the regular Glasgow players as normal I"m thinking that might not be such a bad thing ?
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Chipaccrual on July 11, 2011, 09:35:51 AM
Feel free to spread to word, we are slightly baffled as to where all the Scottish APATers are hiding at the moment.

If the demand is not there, it makes it tough to justify heading to Scotland next season.
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: TightEnd on July 11, 2011, 10:37:50 AM

I"ve been asking round a little this event seems to have slipped under the radar on the Glasgow poker scene. I"ve been playing mostly in the alea & the mint I ain"t been in the merchant for some time so don"t know if there advertising this event! So might not see as many of the regular Glasgow players as normal I"m thinking that might not be such a bad thing ?



the venue has a flyer from us to hand out to their players. Hopefully they have

If the event does not sell out before the holding tank closes then yes seats available on the day


There is always a huge outcry at any suggestion that we wouldn"t hold an event in Scotland. Yet 63 have bought in, which is odd
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: silverfox on July 11, 2011, 12:10:15 PM
I"ve got a funny feeling you"ll have plenty of players turning up on the day wanting a seat! Think they would rather buy in direct at the casino than pay online a few weeks in advance ! Really did think the 120 seats would sell out in a few days tho STRANGE!
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: bhoywonder70 on July 11, 2011, 12:30:44 PM
Hi suited jock....long time no see.....
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: TightEnd on July 11, 2011, 12:31:17 PM
the whole idea of sponsorship, from which free registration of APAT live comps, added value and indeed APAT as a whole relies....is on the basis that people will buy in online via the sponsor, play on the sponsor"s site etc etc

One event soon, people will be in for a shock when we do not allow buy ins on the day, run a 60 runner comp and move on.

Please encourage as many as possible to buy in online
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: silverfox on July 11, 2011, 12:49:15 PM
I agree 100% I"d be one player that would like it be pre reg online seats only! Maybe this is the event to make that rule a reality !
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: bhoywonder70 on July 11, 2011, 13:01:11 PM

I agree 100% I"d be one player that would like it be pre reg online seats only! Maybe this is the event to make that rule a reality !


Agree with this

Usually u hear of  bigger buy in comps around town....pretty quiet on this...possibly because apat haven"t done Glasgow before....the local players who sign up on the day will not provide potential for the sponsors

Hope it doesn"t become a reg fest....
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: silverfox on July 11, 2011, 13:05:12 PM
One way to encourage players of buying online is if they do turn up on the day they"ll be paying £100 with the extra money going into the prize pool. Think that would get them clicking on a mouse for sure!
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Rod_Paradise on July 11, 2011, 13:15:19 PM
I"m one of the missing players Rich - you"ve 3 or 4 from down my area as I"ve been encouraging folk to play & then I"ve went & run short of funds. Will try to buy in before the cut-off date, but a week later would see me hitting payday & I could buy in no bother.
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: silverfox on July 11, 2011, 13:32:32 PM
I agree with boywonder the standard of player willing to part with £75 on the day to be honest is not the best to say the least !! These players are used to cheap wham bam thankyou mam style of poker events you get in most casinos in Glasgow. Those who are willing to travel some distance in some cases to play the APAT  events are looking to avoid these kind of players that could ruin such a well organised event as this one ! I"d opt for less players with a higher standard everytime!
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: AMRN on July 11, 2011, 14:18:54 PM

I agree with boywonder the standard of player willing to part with £75 on the day to be honest is not the best to say the least !! These players are used to cheap wham bam thankyou mam style of poker events you get in most casinos in Glasgow. Those who are willing to travel some distance in some cases to play the APAT  events are looking to avoid these kind of players that could ruin such a well organised event as this one ! I"d opt for less players with a higher standard everytime!


Surely these are the exactly the players you want to be playing against!!

and as for.... "I"d opt for less players with a higher standard everytime!"...... ummmmmmm, definitely something wrong with your thinking there if you hope to make any money out of the game!
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: silverfox on July 11, 2011, 15:44:43 PM
Trust me if 50% of the field buy in on day it will become clear what I mean ! Mecca bingo could be a better option!
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: AMRN on July 11, 2011, 15:52:52 PM

Trust me if 50% of the field buy in on day it will become clear what I mean ! Mecca bingo could be a better option!


better to play a 150 runner tourney in which two thirds of the field don"t have a clue, as opposed to a field of 50 sharks!!
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: silverfox on July 11, 2011, 16:30:48 PM
That"s a fair point too sir!
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: samuel_9 on July 11, 2011, 16:50:26 PM
also depends on how you approach  the game if you want 2 play bingo .........play bingo ...............if you want 2 play cards ..........play cards
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: The Healer on July 11, 2011, 17:20:59 PM
Would be disappointed if there was a move to withdraw the Scottish Amateur Championship. Marketing could have told you that the weekend of the Tourney coincides with the local "Glasgow Fair" Holiday, a possible reason for the unfilled capacity.

The other reason could be the the Gala is not the best of venues, the Alea would have been more suitable.
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: The Healer on July 11, 2011, 17:38:01 PM

I agree with boywonder the standard of player willing to part with £75 on the day to be honest is not the best to say the least !! These players are used to cheap wham bam thankyou mam style of poker events you get in most casinos in Glasgow. Those who are willing to travel some distance in some cases to play the APAT  events are looking to avoid these kind of players that could ruin such a well organised event as this one ! I"d opt for less players with a higher standard everytime!


Anybody who pays £75 to participate in a Poker Tournament, is entitled to play the game in anyway he or she chooses !!
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: TightEnd on July 11, 2011, 17:44:06 PM

Would be disappointed if there was a move to withdraw the Scottish Amateur Championship. Marketing could have told you that the weekend of the Tourney coincides with the local "Glasgow Fair" Holiday, a possible reason for the unfilled capacity.

The other reason could be the the Gala is not the best of venues, the Alea would have been more suitable.


The Alea was a major disappointment when they were used for an event I was involved with before. Great facility, huge improvements required in hosting large scale third party tournaments

No idea what "Glasgow Fair" is. Neither did the venue suggest the date would be an issue

Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Donka on July 11, 2011, 17:53:41 PM


Trust me if 50% of the field buy in on day it will become clear what I mean ! Mecca bingo could be a better option!


better to play a 150 runner tourney in which two thirds of the field don"t have a clue, as opposed to a field of 50 sharks!!



And wonder why you have been bust by a random who called down your large all in bluff with bottom pair. I"ll save that for the weekly events. I would prefer a higher standard of player in a two day event in all honesty.
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Donka on July 11, 2011, 17:55:47 PM

Feel free to spread to word, we are slightly baffled as to where all the Scottish APATers are hiding at the moment.

If the demand is not there, it makes it tough to justify heading to Scotland next season.



My guess is this is the last weekend of the Glasgow Trades two weeks holiday - a lot of people will be away or just coming back from holiday that weekend. I know 3 people who are having to miss it for that very reason.
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: blowfly on July 11, 2011, 18:10:50 PM


Would be disappointed if there was a move to withdraw the Scottish Amateur Championship. Marketing could have told you that the weekend of the Tourney coincides with the local "Glasgow Fair" Holiday, a possible reason for the unfilled capacity.

The other reason could be the the Gala is not the best of venues, the Alea would have been more suitable.


The Alea was a major disappointment when they were used for an event I was involved with before. Great facility, huge improvements required in hosting large scale third party tournaments

No idea what "Glasgow Fair" is. Neither did the venue suggest the date would be an issue




Richard

There was a documentary on "The Glasgow Fair" recently - basically the whole city used to go to the seaside - see:http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Glasgow_Fair

I didn"t think it was that big a deal these days (as in not as much of a tradition as it used to be) and I was always told it was end of July - my quick google search seems to confirm that but I don"t live and don"t go nearly as regulary as I used to so probably talking ******!
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Sef on July 11, 2011, 19:17:43 PM

Would be disappointed if there was a move to withdraw the Scottish Amateur Championship. Marketing could have told you that the weekend of the Tourney coincides with the local "Glasgow Fair" Holiday, a possible reason for the unfilled capacity.

The other reason could be the the Gala is not the best of venues, the Alea would have been more suitable.


Has there been any mention of a move to withdraw or are you just scaremongering? lol.

All bought in and looking forward to my first APAT tourament ;)
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: The Healer on July 11, 2011, 20:11:51 PM


Would be disappointed if there was a move to withdraw the Scottish Amateur Championship. Marketing could have told you that the weekend of the Tourney coincides with the local "Glasgow Fair" Holiday, a possible reason for the unfilled capacity.

The other reason could be the the Gala is not the best of venues, the Alea would have been more suitable.


The Alea was a major disappointment when they were used for an event I was involved with before. Great facility, huge improvements required in hosting large scale third party tournaments

No idea what "Glasgow Fair" is. Neither did the venue suggest the date would be an issue




Was that the SPT ? I played in that, thought the venue was good, better than the Gala.
The "Glasgow Fair" is a local holiday, two weeks, and this year it is the last two weeks in July.
It was the traditional window for large Industries,Shipbuilding. etc, to close for the summer break. or Annual Leave as it is called these days.
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: The Healer on July 11, 2011, 20:16:20 PM


Would be disappointed if there was a move to withdraw the Scottish Amateur Championship. Marketing could have told you that the weekend of the Tourney coincides with the local "Glasgow Fair" Holiday, a possible reason for the unfilled capacity.

The other reason could be the the Gala is not the best of venues, the Alea would have been more suitable.


Has there been any mention of a move to withdraw or are you just scaremongering? lol.

All bought in and looking forward to my first APAT tourament ;)

I was responding to the suggestion that it may be hard to justify staging the SAC, due to the lack of patrionage in an earlier post
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: The Healer on July 11, 2011, 20:17:41 PM

Feel free to spread to word, we are slightly baffled as to where all the Scottish APATers are hiding at the moment.

If the demand is not there, it makes it tough to justify heading to Scotland next season.


This was the post I was responding to
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Chipaccrual on July 11, 2011, 20:19:46 PM


Feel free to spread to word, we are slightly baffled as to where all the Scottish APATers are hiding at the moment.

If the demand is not there, it makes it tough to justify heading to Scotland next season.


This was the post I was responding to


And I wasn"t scaremongering.  
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Sef on July 11, 2011, 20:21:20 PM


Feel free to spread to word, we are slightly baffled as to where all the Scottish APATers are hiding at the moment.

If the demand is not there, it makes it tough to justify heading to Scotland next season.


This was the post I was responding to


8) ah ok had me worried for a minute there. :P
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: The Healer on July 11, 2011, 20:26:01 PM
72 registered now, I suggest it will hit the required numbers by the end of the week, justifying the decision to allow The Scots to have a Championship.
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: flushfrank on July 11, 2011, 21:06:41 PM
Just like to know wit the prize money is?
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: bhoywonder70 on July 11, 2011, 21:07:29 PM

72 registered now, I suggest it will hit the required numbers by the end of the week, justifying the decision to allow The Scots to have a Championship.


What?
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: silverfox on July 11, 2011, 21:16:20 PM
it may be slow but i think its going to reach the magic number of 120 players !

what happens if the event sells out online ?? im sure you will have some players hanging around on the day looking for a seat!
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: bhoywonder70 on July 11, 2011, 21:18:26 PM

it may be slow but i think its going to reach the magic number of 120 players !

what happens if the event sells out online ?? im sure you will have some players hanging around on the day looking for a seat!


There is alternates

Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: silverfox on July 11, 2011, 21:21:56 PM
for how many levels ?
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Chipaccrual on July 11, 2011, 21:48:28 PM

for how many levels ?



Two levels, 90 minutes.
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: AllanD23 on July 12, 2011, 01:44:41 AM


go for it - 47 names in so far


48

Will see you at the bar.


ffs...did eck just say he was getting them in ? ...i"ll need to go just in case i can squeeze a drambuie out of this ...
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: AllanD23 on July 12, 2011, 02:01:08 AM
p.s. taxi fare to airport is fixed at £20 from city centre, not sure if same on way back...
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: AMRN on July 12, 2011, 10:05:31 AM



Trust me if 50% of the field buy in on day it will become clear what I mean ! Mecca bingo could be a better option!


better to play a 150 runner tourney in which two thirds of the field don"t have a clue, as opposed to a field of 50 sharks!!



And wonder why you have been bust by a random who called down your large all in bluff with bottom pair. I"ll save that for the weekly events. I would prefer a higher standard of player in a two day event in all honesty.


Lesson to learn - don"t try and bluff the fish. I still don"t understand why you would prefer to play a field with a higher standard of player. When it comes to online table selection, do you go looking for tables full of decent regs to ensure you see some good play, as opposed to looking for tables full of easy money?

Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: ForthThistle on July 12, 2011, 12:30:00 PM
This Thread makes me LOL.


Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Spikelad on July 12, 2011, 12:54:45 PM
I would like to ask if the casino will provide dealers for the tournament.
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: smasher37 on July 12, 2011, 12:55:46 PM
Yes all APAT tournaments are dealer dealt
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Swinebag on July 12, 2011, 12:58:10 PM



Trust me if 50% of the field buy in on day it will become clear what I mean ! Mecca bingo could be a better option!


better to play a 150 runner tourney in which two thirds of the field don"t have a clue, as opposed to a field of 50 sharks!!



And wonder why you have been bust by a random who called down your large all in bluff with bottom pair. I"ll save that for the weekly events. I would prefer a higher standard of player in a two day event in all honesty.


I would want players who make all in bluffs against randoms at my table any day.
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Spikelad on July 12, 2011, 12:59:57 PM
Thanks for the prompt reply Smasher.
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Donka on July 12, 2011, 13:41:29 PM


And wonder why you have been bust by a random who called down your large all in bluff with bottom pair. I"ll save that for the weekly events. I would prefer a higher standard of player in a two day event in all honesty.


Lesson to learn - don"t try and bluff the fish. I still don"t understand why you would prefer to play a field with a higher standard of player. When it comes to online table selection, do you go looking for tables full of decent regs to ensure you see some good play, as opposed to looking for tables full of easy money?




I"m talking about a two day event event - you"re going to run into better players sooner or later so I would prefer to be playing against better opposition in an event like this to test myself and make it more of an achievement.  I only play live tournaments, I don"t typically play online or sit"n"gos anyway.
Also, fish get lucky too - if you are moved to a new table mid way through a tournament and figure most of the "fish" are gone and have an opponent with a good stack on a weak hand, you may well be prepared to pull the trigger to win a large pot only to find out then that they are inexperienced and the good stack they have come by was purely down to luck and bad calls which they have just made.
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: gerry5421 on July 12, 2011, 13:56:55 PM
 I think we are forgetting that this is the AMATEUR  poker tour at times , i for one make many of these mistakes, and in no way claim to be a good player, indeed i have been called fish , donk many things in the past , but i enjoy the events ,and the people , which makes it all fun.

and the main thing for me is that it is affordable buy-ins , making it available to a lot of us.

Many may disagree , but this is just my tupence worth

Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: bhoywonder70 on July 12, 2011, 14:00:20 PM



And wonder why you have been bust by a random who called down your large all in bluff with bottom pair. I"ll save that for the weekly events. I would prefer a higher standard of player in a two day event in all honesty.


Lesson to learn - don"t try and bluff the fish. I still don"t understand why you would prefer to play a field with a higher standard of player. When it comes to online table selection, do you go looking for tables full of decent regs to ensure you see some good play, as opposed to looking for tables full of easy money?




I"m talking about a two day event event - you"re going to run into better players sooner or later so I would prefer to be playing against better opposition in an event like this to test myself and make it more of an achievement.  I only play live tournaments, I don"t typically play online or sit"n"gos anyway.
Also, fish get lucky too - if you are moved to a new table mid way through a tournament and figure most of the "fish" are gone and have an opponent with a good stack on a weak hand, you may well be prepared to pull the trigger to win a large pot only to find out then that they are inexperienced and the good stack they have come by was purely down to luck and bad calls which they have just made.


By that time if your not quick enough,there is already a queue...cos you just know,he will donate...

It"s like a mini chip machine..about to pay out...lol
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Donka on July 12, 2011, 14:18:05 PM




And wonder why you have been bust by a random who called down your large all in bluff with bottom pair. I"ll save that for the weekly events. I would prefer a higher standard of player in a two day event in all honesty.


Lesson to learn - don"t try and bluff the fish. I still don"t understand why you would prefer to play a field with a higher standard of player. When it comes to online table selection, do you go looking for tables full of decent regs to ensure you see some good play, as opposed to looking for tables full of easy money?




I"m talking about a two day event event - you"re going to run into better players sooner or later so I would prefer to be playing against better opposition in an event like this to test myself and make it more of an achievement.  I only play live tournaments, I don"t typically play online or sit"n"gos anyway.
Also, fish get lucky too - if you are moved to a new table mid way through a tournament and figure most of the "fish" are gone and have an opponent with a good stack on a weak hand, you may well be prepared to pull the trigger to win a large pot only to find out then that they are inexperienced and the good stack they have come by was purely down to luck and bad calls which they have just made.


By that time if your not quick enough,there is already a queue...cos you just know,he will donate...

It"s like a mini chip machine..about to pay out...lol


Usually at the time I get dealt 72os. :)
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Paulie_D on July 12, 2011, 14:37:09 PM

Also, fish get lucky too - if you are moved to a new table mid way through a tournament and figure most of the "fish" are gone and have an opponent with a good stack on a weak hand, you may well be prepared to pull the trigger to win a large pot only to find out then that they are inexperienced and the good stack they have come by was purely down to luck and bad calls which they have just made.


Fish always get lucky in the short term...if you can"t stand the variance, get out of the kitchen. ;D
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: silverfox on July 12, 2011, 14:47:57 PM
Will the apat tour be supplying their own chips & cards for the players to use ?
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: TightEnd on July 12, 2011, 14:59:54 PM
No. We don"t have our own chips and cards
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Paulie_D on July 12, 2011, 15:55:47 PM

Will the apat tour be supplying their own chips & cards for the players to use ?


I"m bringing my own...is that allowed?  ;D
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: bhoywonder70 on July 12, 2011, 16:15:58 PM
James....your building this up into something its not....its a rake free tourney,played in good spirits,but also highly competitive....haven"t played in one,but I imagine those that tour the country play the game to a high standard.....whilst a prize is nice,I reckon the pride in winning a medal is just as sweet.....I would know....the money is long gone....but the gold is still there.....
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: silverfox on July 12, 2011, 16:30:26 PM
I"m sure I seen that gold medal in cash converters Window the other day! Yours ????
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Paulie_D on July 12, 2011, 16:53:00 PM

I"m sure I seen that gold medal in cash converters Window the other day! Yours ????


Sure wasn"t mine....it"s on Ebay.  ;D
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Donka on July 12, 2011, 16:57:24 PM
So what is the player count at? Won"t get to my laptop anytime soon.
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: silverfox on July 12, 2011, 17:04:01 PM
Hope you make a few quid paulie! Lol. Like your blog page be good to read your thoughts after the glasgow event on it!
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: rupee4 on July 12, 2011, 22:10:42 PM


Hey does anyone know what time the tournament is due to start on the Saturday. I will be direct buying into the tournament but depends on when it starts and finishes on Saturday. Anyone with any insight into this please?
Thanks
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Chipaccrual on July 12, 2011, 22:15:23 PM



Hey does anyone know what time the tournament is due to start on the Saturday. I will be direct buying into the tournament but depends on when it starts and finishes on Saturday. Anyone with any insight into this please?
Thanks


The tournament is a two day event.

Day one will start at 2:30pm on the Saturday and finish somewhere around 1am.

For those lucky enough to make it through to Day two, this will also start at 2:30pm and finish around 10pm.


As with any poker tournament, finishing times are only for guidance (especially the day two finishing time)
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: rupee4 on July 12, 2011, 22:16:59 PM

I"ve been asking round a little this event seems to have slipped under the radar on the Glasgow poker scene. I"ve been playing mostly in the alea & the mint I ain"t been in the merchant for some time so don"t know if there advertising this event! So might not see as many of the regular Glasgow players as normal I"m thinking that might not be such a bad thing ?


I play regularly at the gala merchant city and there have been no flyers advertising the tournament. I only found out about it in this months poker player magazine, and will be direct buying into it, once I find out the times the tournament starts and is due to break for day 2 (assuming I will make it that far!)
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: K3vl4rUK on July 13, 2011, 11:48:30 AM
i cant buy in for another week or so, so im kinda just fcked as it wer atm, really wanting to play this as i havent played an APAT since the scottish 2 years ago! plus this is the weekend before my 21st.

Also whats gonna happen with the structure if you are using the the gala"s chips? as the smallest denomination the merchant have are 50 chips. (sorry if this has been asked/mentioned)
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: TightEnd on July 13, 2011, 12:26:43 PM

i cant buy in for another week or so, so im kinda just fcked as it wer atm, really wanting to play this as i havent played an APAT since the scottish 2 years ago! plus this is the weekend before my 21st.

Also whats gonna happen with the structure if you are using the the gala"s chips? as the smallest denomination the merchant have are 50 chips. (sorry if this has been asked/mentioned)



the Venue has had the structure for some weeks and has raised no issues with it, or timings, or dealing resources
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Paulie_D on July 13, 2011, 12:32:36 PM
Oh sure. Like they"re that organised. Aren"t they they ones with the flyers that no-one had seen? Still, I"ll rely on Tighty to get them in hand.
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Swinebag on July 13, 2011, 13:22:23 PM
The lack of 25 chips is easily rectified. Just play double stacked and double the blinds, i.e. 20k stacks start with 50/100, 100/200, 150/300, etc.

Pretty sure there are more important things to worry about.
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Paulie_D on July 13, 2011, 13:35:33 PM
Actually that would seriously affect the structure. Doubling the starting stack is not the answer. It would be more appropriate to just play the first 3 levels as 50/100. Then every level is the same (except for antes where something could be worked out).
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Sef on July 13, 2011, 13:45:04 PM
Im sure if there is an issue the casino would have raised it by now so i would think theres no need to worry ;)
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Paulie_D on July 13, 2011, 13:50:40 PM

Im sure if there is an issue the casino would have raised it by now so i would think theres no need to worry ;)


THOU SHALT TRUST IN THE TIGHTY.  ;D ;D
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Sef on July 13, 2011, 13:52:27 PM


Im sure if there is an issue the casino would have raised it by now so i would think theres no need to worry ;)


THOU SHALT TRUST IN THE TIGHTY.  ;D ;D


Im forever the optimist lol ;)
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: K3vl4rUK on July 13, 2011, 14:26:58 PM
wasnt trying to cause any fuss or anything just thought i"d bring it up, but im assuming they are gonna do somin about it.
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: bhoywonder70 on July 13, 2011, 17:33:30 PM

wasnt trying to cause any fuss or anything just thought i"d bring it up, but im assuming they are gonna do somin about it.



Just grab am extra colour....simples
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Sef on July 13, 2011, 19:15:15 PM

wasnt trying to cause any fuss or anything just thought i"d bring it up, but im assuming they are gonna do somin about it.


No fuss thought mate all thoughts are good thoughts IMO ;) unless i dont agree with them then they are stupid thoughts. haha ;)
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Chipaccrual on July 13, 2011, 19:29:41 PM
The 25 chip issue has been resolved.

Tighty and I will be at the venue early, we have just been issued with 888poker hacksaws and an APAT branded workmate.

Will have 25 denomination chips cut up in no time.

And before anyone asks, no, this does not count as the first APAT chop.
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Sef on July 13, 2011, 19:39:22 PM

The 25 chip issue has been resolved.

Tighty and I will be at the venue early, we have just been issued with 888poker hacksaws and an APAT branded workmate.

Will have 25 denomination chips cut up in no time.

And before anyone asks, no, this does not count as the first APAT chop.


hahaha love it.. well done lads ;)
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Swinebag on July 13, 2011, 22:09:54 PM

Actually that would seriously affect the structure. Doubling the starting stack is not the answer. It would be more appropriate to just play the first 3 levels as 50/100. Then every level is the same (except for antes where something could be worked out).


reread my post paulie


If you double the stack AND double the blind structure it is the same tourney

It just has more chips in
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: bhoywonder70 on July 13, 2011, 23:08:53 PM
888 is now my favourite site...actually won a mtt last night...shock horror
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: suzanne on July 15, 2011, 23:06:39 PM
Can we have a "Best of Apat" section please and can I nominate this thread  ;D
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Teacake on July 16, 2011, 17:15:10 PM
Looks like I"m going to have to come out of retirement for this  :)
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: TightEnd on July 16, 2011, 17:25:25 PM
88 seats sold in the holding tank


to be absolutely sure of a seat, buy in online asap
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Rod_Paradise on July 17, 2011, 21:49:25 PM

Looks like I"m going to have to come out of retirement for this  :)


That"d be good - Ive bought in already.
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: bigandy18 on July 18, 2011, 00:37:00 AM
Am i still able to buy in?
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: bhoywonder70 on July 18, 2011, 00:41:05 AM

Am i still able to buy in?


Probably not online.....
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Santino67 on July 18, 2011, 11:14:18 AM
Only 12 sleeps now  8)
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Sef on July 18, 2011, 11:15:39 AM

Am i still able to buy in?


no mate online buy in finished last night, dont quote me on this but i would imagine unsold seats will be first come first serve onthe day then i think theres an alternate list
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: TightEnd on July 18, 2011, 11:34:39 AM
exactly that


91 seats have been sold

120 is capacity


remaining seats on sale on the day, first come first served after midday, in cash

Have offered the venue the opportunity to do a live satellite for seats, so if you are local you might like to check if they intend running one

Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Teacake on July 18, 2011, 16:51:18 PM
This might be a daft question, I"ve bought in on 888 but how do you know its me when I turn up on the day?
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Chipaccrual on July 18, 2011, 16:59:30 PM

This might be a daft question, I"ve bought in on 888 but how do you know its me when I turn up on the day?


Your name will be on the player list whcih 888 provide us of everyone thats bought in, and you will be allocated a seat.

If when you take your seat, someone is already sat there, then we will have a case of someone trying to impersonate you.  At that point we would check ID.

We"ve never had an issue though.
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: TightEnd on July 18, 2011, 16:59:38 PM

This might be a daft question, I"ve bought in on 888 but how do you know its me when I turn up on the day?



The 888 software prints me out a list. Three columns. Alias, real name and football allegiance.

We then rig the seat draw to ensure all Partick Thistle fans are kept apart from St Mirren fans, and all Old Firm fans are put on the same table, Rangers bb to celtic button and the other way on alternate tables

I then don"t turn up, leaving it to the local TD to sort
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: TightEnd on July 18, 2011, 17:07:23 PM
serious answer

888 give me a list of real names and aliases to send to the venue
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: silverfox on July 18, 2011, 17:12:00 PM
I was speaking to a merchant city regular about this event he heard that they may be moving the poker tables upstairs  instead of the usual location of downstairs on the gaming floor! I think upstairs could be the better option ! Anyone know what the the casino plans are ??
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: gerry5421 on July 18, 2011, 17:16:30 PM


This might be a daft question, I"ve bought in on 888 but how do you know its me when I turn up on the day?



The 888 software prints me out a list. Three columns. Alias, real name and football allegiance.

We then rig the seat draw to ensure all Partick Thistle fans are kept apart from St Mirren fans, and all Old Firm fans are put on the same table, Rangers bb to celtic button and the other way on alternate tables

I then don"t turn up, leaving it to the local TD to sort


lol , love it
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: TightEnd on July 18, 2011, 17:43:28 PM

I was speaking to a merchant city regular about this event he heard that they may be moving the poker tables upstairs  instead of the usual location of downstairs on the gaming floor! I think upstairs could be the better option ! Anyone know what the the casino plans are ??


Yes this is correct.
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: gerry5421 on July 18, 2011, 17:50:15 PM


I was speaking to a merchant city regular about this event he heard that they may be moving the poker tables upstairs  instead of the usual location of downstairs on the gaming floor! I think upstairs could be the better option ! Anyone know what the the casino plans are ??


Yes this is correct.


and not as far to head for a cig either
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Teacake on July 18, 2011, 17:58:57 PM


This might be a daft question, I"ve bought in on 888 but how do you know its me when I turn up on the day?



The 888 software prints me out a list. Three columns. Alias, real name and football allegiance.

We then rig the seat draw to ensure all Partick Thistle fans are kept apart from St Mirren fans, and all Old Firm fans are put on the same table, Rangers bb to celtic button and the other way on alternate tables

I then don"t turn up, leaving it to the local TD to sort


tbf a daft question deserved a daft answer :)
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: fraac on July 18, 2011, 18:13:08 PM
Can the side event be bought into on the day? And when is it? I don"t really know how this works.
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: gerry5421 on July 18, 2011, 18:14:50 PM

Can the side event be bought into on the day? And when is it? I don"t really know how this works.


I belive side event is now 6 max NL holdem £25 buy played on the Sunday , but can buy in on the Saturday
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Chipaccrual on July 18, 2011, 18:20:28 PM


Can the side event be bought into on the day? And when is it? I don"t really know how this works.


I belive side event is now 6 max NL holdem £25 buy played on the Sunday , but can buy in on the Saturday


Correct, buyin will be available from Saturday Evening (Dependant upon the cardoom staff being setup to take buyins)
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Sef on July 19, 2011, 11:43:55 AM

I was speaking to a merchant city regular about this event he heard that they may be moving the poker tables upstairs  instead of the usual location of downstairs on the gaming floor! I think upstairs could be the better option ! Anyone know what the the casino plans are ??


Been a while since i was last there but upstairs would defo be better option as it would be very cramped in the normal cardroom
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: gerry5421 on July 19, 2011, 13:40:03 PM


I was speaking to a merchant city regular about this event he heard that they may be moving the poker tables upstairs  instead of the usual location of downstairs on the gaming floor! I think upstairs could be the better option ! Anyone know what the the casino plans are ??


Been a while since i was last there but upstairs would defo be better option as it would be very cramped in the normal cardroom


depends they may well make room for tables upstairs , moving things round
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: staffieboy on July 19, 2011, 17:26:49 PM
Can you confirm which of the Gala casinos it is in Glasgow as I understand there are three.

Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: staffieboy on July 19, 2011, 17:28:34 PM
No need....I found it....the Merchant casino
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: StevieHF on July 19, 2011, 22:41:08 PM
Hi, wonder if someone can help. Is this tournament now FULL as i can"t see it on 888?
I noticed that someone mentioned that unsold seats may be available on the day?

Many Thanks
Stephen
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: duke3016 on July 19, 2011, 22:46:11 PM
Stephen,


exactly that


91 seats have been sold

120 is capacity


remaining seats on sale on the day, first come first served after midday, in cash

Have offered the venue the opportunity to do a live satellite for seats, so if you are local you might like to check if they intend running one




Hope you get in
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Sef on July 20, 2011, 19:13:54 PM
when will the player list be posted?
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: gerry5421 on July 20, 2011, 19:20:21 PM

when will the player list be posted?


player briefing including player list normally out about a week before , so SOON would be my guess
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Sef on July 20, 2011, 20:38:20 PM
cheers Gerry ;)
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: silverfox on July 21, 2011, 10:33:09 AM
PINT PRICE ALERT!!!!!

Over £4 a pint for tennents lager in the merchant !! Think I"ll be upgrading to Stella for the extra 40p!

The only downside to that I"ll be knocked out the comp & pissed for £8.80
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Paulie_D on July 21, 2011, 11:13:08 AM

PINT PRICE ALERT!!!!!

Over £4 a pint for tennents lager in the merchant !! Think I"ll be upgrading to Stella for the extra 40p!

The only downside to that I"ll be knocked out the comp & pissed for £8.80


I can"t imagine that Glasgow is short of places that will do us cheaper drinks....hmmm, this might call for some research.
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: gerry5421 on July 21, 2011, 11:17:40 AM


PINT PRICE ALERT!!!!!

Over £4 a pint for tennents lager in the merchant !! Think I"ll be upgrading to Stella for the extra 40p!

The only downside to that I"ll be knocked out the comp & pissed for £8.80


I can"t imagine that Glasgow is short of places that will do us cheaper drinks....hmmm, this might call for some research.


horseshoe bar

http://www.horseshoebar.co.uk/ (http://www.horseshoebar.co.uk/)
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: silverfox on July 21, 2011, 14:26:29 PM
Don"t worry about bars/ pubs plenty around about the casino that will charge you a sensible price for a pint!!
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Paulie_D on July 21, 2011, 15:03:12 PM
The Horsehoe is too far of a stagger from the casino &/or my hotel.

I"m voting for the Scotia 2 minutes away. http://www.scotiabar.net/ (http://www.scotiabar.net/)

More research needed.

That reminds me....Gentlemens" establishments....Ger?
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: gerry5421 on July 21, 2011, 15:05:45 PM

The Horsehoe is too far of a stagger from the casino &/or my hotel.

I"m voting for the Scotia 2 minutes away. [ur=http://www.scotiabar.net/l]http://www.scotiabar.net/[/url]

More research needed.

That reminds me....Gentlemens" establishments....Ger?


yea is a bit , i suppose , on the other point seventh heaven , nice but prob too far ,

think diamond is closer
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Paulie_D on July 21, 2011, 15:21:45 PM
Just around the corner from HI and Scotia

Forbidden (http://www.forbiddenglasgow.com/ (http://www.forbiddenglasgow.com/))
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: gerry5421 on July 21, 2011, 15:25:38 PM

Just around the corner from HI and Scotia

Forbidden (http://www.forbiddenglasgow.com/ (http://www.forbiddenglasgow.com/))


ahh , not been there , just down from legs n co , but think that may be shut now
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: gerry5421 on July 21, 2011, 15:31:20 PM


Just around the corner from HI and Scotia

Forbidden (http://www.forbiddenglasgow.com/ (http://www.forbiddenglasgow.com/))


ahh , not been there , just down from legs n co , but think that may be shut now


legs n co i mean
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: MintTrav on July 22, 2011, 00:14:10 AM

Just around the corner from HI and Scotia

Forbidden (http://www.forbiddenglasgow.com/ (http://www.forbiddenglasgow.com/))


No need to employ separate security to keep control of the punters - those girls look pretty tough.
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: gerry5421 on July 22, 2011, 00:21:55 AM


Just around the corner from HI and Scotia

Forbidden (http://www.forbiddenglasgow.com/ (http://www.forbiddenglasgow.com/))


No need to employ separate security to keep control of the punters - those girls look pretty rough.


ahh Glasgow canae beat it lol
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Cursleyy on July 22, 2011, 11:03:33 AM
Hi, I heard registration online was closed for Glasgow now, so how do I register now?

Thanks
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: bhoywonder70 on July 22, 2011, 11:15:16 AM
There may be seats on a first come first served basis.....plus there will be an alternate list....phone the gala or pop in....for all I know they may be taking payment now...
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Sef on July 22, 2011, 11:19:50 AM
Aye get there early mate n secure a seat ;)

check out this thread aswell for the online league mate http://www.apat.com/forum/index.php?board=70.0 join glasgow to help to take the league in 2nd half of the season ;)

Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: silverfox on July 22, 2011, 12:56:46 PM
What"s the rule with late arriving players ? I assume they will be blinded away when the action is on them. If this is the case how many levels do they get?
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Cursleyy on July 22, 2011, 12:59:19 PM
I phoned Merchant City and there reply was not very helpful, they said if you cannot register online then they have probably sold out... Any help?
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: silverfox on July 22, 2011, 13:08:50 PM
Still not a sell out 29 seats to be sold on the day from 12pm first come first served so get down on Saturday fairly sharp!!
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Cursleyy on July 22, 2011, 13:24:21 PM

Still not a sell out 29 seats to be sold on the day from 12pm first come first served so get down on Saturday fairly sharp!!


That a rumour of defo true?
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: silverfox on July 22, 2011, 13:46:41 PM
Yeah as far as am aware that"s the case! Could be an early start for you if you want that seat ! Gl
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Cursleyy on July 22, 2011, 14:02:11 PM

Yeah as far as am aware that"s the case! Could be an early start for you if you want that seat ! Gl

Thanks
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Chipaccrual on July 22, 2011, 14:05:26 PM
Capacity is 120, which means there will be between 20-25 seats available direct from the casino.

We will liaise with the cardroom staff when we get there on the Friday night, but usually in this situation, we will make them available on a first come first served basis from noon on the Saturday (That is unless the venue have allocated any seats in the meantime)

Once the 120 filled, we will run an alternates list for the first two levels (90 mins), where we normally get anything from 2-8 more players into the event.

Failing that, you can always hang around and register yourself for the 6max side event that is taking place on the Sunday.

Hope that all makes sense.


Leigh
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: gerry5421 on July 22, 2011, 18:02:06 PM

Capacity is 120, which means there will be between 20-25 seats available direct from the casino.

We will liaise with the cardroom staff when we get there on the Friday night, but usually in this situation, we will make them available on a first come first served basis from noon on the Saturday (That is unless the venue have allocated any seats in the meantime)

Once the 120 filled, we will run an alternates list for the first two levels (90 mins), where we normally get anything from 2-8 more players into the event.

Failing that, you can always hang around and register yourself for the 6max side event that is taking place on the Sunday.

Hope that all makes sense.


Leigh


makes loads of sense thank leigh , I am sure we will run  with the full 120 by the time we start , have had loads of interest
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Blackmanray on July 22, 2011, 22:09:34 PM
Hi

Payday meant I could not register online in time ( and also for some reason the address field when setting up on 888 stays yellow even though I live at that address GRRRR )

Really interested in playing this event but the Merchant City Lady could not really help.

How much is the buy in on the day? I am right in thinking its 100 quid?

Thanks

Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Sef on July 22, 2011, 22:43:16 PM
im sure it will still be £75
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Khayless on July 23, 2011, 00:30:05 AM
As it appears there will be direct seats available looks like I know where I"ll be next weekend...lol
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: TheWagoon on July 25, 2011, 03:22:50 AM
I can"t see it on 888 lobby anymore, is it full?
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: jbworldwide on July 25, 2011, 10:03:38 AM

I can"t see it on 888 lobby anymore, is it full?


It has been taken down to give 888 time to get the money to the casino.

As far as I am aware there are still seats available to purchase on the day and an alternate list will be running also.

Essentially if you get there early enough you will get in to the tournament.
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: silverfox on July 25, 2011, 11:27:50 AM
Most of the Glasgow poker playing regulars were slow to react to the buy in on 888 before it closed I know of at least 12 players heading down on Saturday to buy in direct. I can almost guarantee this one will sell out before 1pm!!! With a few more turning up late through out the afternoon !
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: TightEnd on July 25, 2011, 12:02:38 PM
Please see

http://www.apat.com/forum/index.php?topic=9295.0


There won"t be a live satellite. Currently 26 seats are on sale from Saturday midday, and not before
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: suzanne on July 26, 2011, 00:07:50 AM
Any chance of getting my Silver medal before the game so i can use it as a card protector?  Blatant brag obv :)
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Chipaccrual on July 26, 2011, 10:09:21 AM

Any chance of getting my Silver medal before the game so i can use it as a card protector?  Blatant brag obv :)


If I"ve got one spare, I"ll bring it with me.   ;D
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: gerry5421 on July 26, 2011, 10:10:40 AM
Anyone got any ideas on carparking charges , i know its free after 6 pm , but wondered about beofre , as web site just says discounted
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: silverfox on July 26, 2011, 11:51:47 AM
It"s a NCP car park next to the casino and they charge a fortune to park just for a few hours last time I parked the casino said they don"t give players any free parking during the day now  only after 6pm.
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: silverfox on July 26, 2011, 12:08:05 PM
Plenty of other cheaper car parking around the merchant city area !
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: TightEnd on July 26, 2011, 13:18:31 PM

Plenty of other cheaper car parking around the merchant city area !


such as?

some guidance for those who need it please
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: silverfox on July 26, 2011, 15:33:41 PM
If your looking for cheaper parking go to PARKOPEDIA.CO.UK type in merchant city & they should give you a list of 10 car parks all just a few mins walk from the casino with postcodes & directions etc ! Hope this helps anyone looking for a space for the weekend !!
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: bhoywonder70 on July 26, 2011, 15:34:47 PM
Found this....looks cheap

Spoutmouth A - Car Park City Parking (Glasgow) LLP Spoutmouth at the Gallowgate Glasgow G1 5AX 0141 276 1830
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: suited_jock on July 26, 2011, 21:09:03 PM

Capacity is 120, which means there will be between 20-25 seats available direct from the casino.

We will liaise with the cardroom staff when we get there on the Friday night, but usually in this situation, we will make them available on a first come first served basis from noon on the Saturday (That is unless the venue have allocated any seats in the meantime)

Once the 120 filled, we will run an alternates list for the first two levels (90 mins), where we normally get anything from 2-8 more players into the event.

Failing that, you can always hang around and register yourself for the 6max side event that is taking place on the Sunday.

Hope that all makes sense.


Leigh


except when the APAT Scotland was at the maybury and it got 0 alternates in because noone bust.. muggins here was #1 alternate.
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Khayless on July 27, 2011, 22:56:54 PM
A little bird just told me you need an 888 account to play this...true?
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Paulie_D on July 27, 2011, 22:59:26 PM

A little bird just told me you need an 888 account to play this...true?


Technically yes, but it"s not something we can enforce if you are buying in locally....although it would be nice if you supported the sponsor by chucking a few bob their way.
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Khayless on July 27, 2011, 23:25:37 PM
Thanks for the reply Paulie.

I understand where you are coming from with regards to 888.  I can now only play live poker,( FT screwup ), but thought I would buy into this game to see what the game, and the players, are like locally.

If I make some money in this I will open an account.

IF there is a problem not having account I would rather not waste time and money on parking, travel, etc if I wont be allowed to play ( ok, I am taking a chance that a seat will be available, as there are about 20 spots ) but getting refused an open seat for no 888 account would be a nuisance
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: jbworldwide on July 27, 2011, 23:36:33 PM
Generally a few local players play in every tournament.

having an 888 account allows you to play the sats and buy in direct early, there is no requirement to have an account.... you just get a benefit from doing so.

plus APAT also benefits because we get added value from our sponsor (UKIPT seat, no reg fees), so we ask that people support the company that supports us, because ultimately it is our members that benefit.
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Paulie_D on July 27, 2011, 23:38:52 PM

IF there is a problem not having account I would rather not waste time and money on parking, travel, etc if I wont be allowed to play ( ok, I am taking a chance that a seat will be available, as there are about 20 spots ) but getting refused an open seat for no 888 account would be a nuisance



No-one will be checking live buy-ins to ensure they have accounts on the day...there are more important drinks to be drunk things that will need attention.
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Paulie_D on July 28, 2011, 16:26:06 PM
...although....this guy might be taking names....

(http://cache.io9.com/assets/images/8/2011/07/xlarge_scottishstormtrooper_03.jpg)
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: gerry5421 on July 28, 2011, 16:28:20 PM


IF there is a problem not having account I would rather not waste time and money on parking, travel, etc if I wont be allowed to play ( ok, I am taking a chance that a seat will be available, as there are about 20 spots ) but getting refused an open seat for no 888 account would be a nuisance



No-one will be checking live buy-ins to ensure they have accounts on the day...there are more important drinks to be drunk things that will need attention.


Drinking in Glasgow , na not us Paul we are all teetotal ,honest !!!
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Khayless on July 29, 2011, 00:18:04 AM
Dammit...Will that picture of me NEVER go away... :-[
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: pables on July 29, 2011, 07:28:07 AM
At Stanstead for the beginning of the jollities

see you there!

Now where is that Wetherspoons   ;D
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: fandango on July 29, 2011, 13:40:58 PM

At Stanstead for the beginning of the jollities

see you there!

Now where is that Wetherspoons   ;D


OBV brag that Ian is flying to Scotland sigh MBN!! .. Good luck to all playing this weekend, especially all fellow Luton players.. Have fun  :D
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: PantsMan on July 29, 2011, 16:20:04 PM


At Stanstead for the beginning of the jollities

see you there!

Now where is that Wetherspoons   ;D


OBV brag that Ian is flying to Scotland sigh MBN!! .. Good luck to all playing this weekend, especially all fellow Luton players.. Have fun  :D


Is it bragging to say you"re flying up? We"re flying as it"s cheaper than the train or by car! Do have to get up at stupid o clock tomorrow morning though so if i fall asleep at the table i apologise in advance!
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: silverfox on July 29, 2011, 17:17:29 PM
It"s going be a hot one tomorrow in Glasgow!!! Let"s hope that the gala"s air con is working !! I don"t want to see one bit of sunshine from 2.30pm onwards :-)
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: fandango on July 29, 2011, 17:21:57 PM



At Stanstead for the beginning of the jollities

see you there!

Now where is that Wetherspoons   ;D


OBV brag that Ian is flying to Scotland sigh MBN!! .. Good luck to all playing this weekend, especially all fellow Luton players.. Have fun  :D


Is it bragging to say you"re flying up? We"re flying as it"s cheaper than the train or by car! Do have to get up at stupid o clock tomorrow morning though so if i fall asleep at the table i apologise in advance!


Sorry Andy Ian forgot to mention he was flying up in his personal Lear jet so yes OBV brag post!!
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: andyg on July 29, 2011, 17:32:15 PM
Gala Casino let you park in car park above casino at free  from 7pm/6am then at reduced rate rest of time, they have agreement with car park owners keep token then give it to reception when leaving . They will scan it for you there then put in barrier machine when leaving, though make sure you have change for anything you may have to pay.
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Santino67 on July 31, 2011, 11:51:58 AM

It"s going be a hot one tomorrow in Glasgow!!! Let"s hope that the gala"s air con is working !! I don"t want to see one bit of sunshine from 2.30pm onwards :-)


Yes, No, Yes 2 out of 3 ain"t bad  ;D

Great meeting up with you on day 1 mate, hope to see you at FT
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: johnaj47 on July 31, 2011, 12:27:34 PM
Hi all,

Had a great time yesterday despite being over starting stack for only 3 hands in 8 hours. Never been so card dead. However hoping things will be different today. Could anyone let me know the details for the 6 max and if there is any seats left. GL to everyone still in today.
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Santino67 on July 31, 2011, 12:31:04 PM

Hi all,

Had a great time yesterday despite being over starting stack for only 3 hands in 8 hours. Never been so card dead. However hoping things will be different today. Could anyone let me know the details for the 6 max and if there is any seats left. GL to everyone still in today.


Think John announced yesterday reg for 6 max will be at 2pm for 3.30 start. £25 + reg fee buy in, 8k starting.
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Chipaccrual on July 31, 2011, 13:20:44 PM


Hi all,

Had a great time yesterday despite being over starting stack for only 3 hands in 8 hours. Never been so card dead. However hoping things will be different today. Could anyone let me know the details for the 6 max and if there is any seats left. GL to everyone still in today.


Think John announced yesterday reg for 6 max will be at 2pm for 3.30 start. £25 + reg fee buy in, 8k starting.


Correct
Title: Re: 888poker Scottish Amateur Championship
Post by: Santino67 on July 31, 2011, 13:40:22 PM



Hi all,

Had a great time yesterday despite being over starting stack for only 3 hands in 8 hours. Never been so card dead. However hoping things will be different today. Could anyone let me know the details for the 6 max and if there is any seats left. GL to everyone still in today.


Think John announced yesterday reg for 6 max will be at 2pm for 3.30 start. £25 + reg fee buy in, 8k starting.


Correct

Good to know my brain is still functioning fairly well after the lack of sleep  ;)