Play in your own tournaments?

Brewster · #1 (**permalink**) 10-01-2006, 01:52 AM

With around 50 players expected to play in my next tournament and the subsequent cash games on the side, I was wondering if I should forgo playing so I can keep things running smoothly. This will be by far the largest event I have organized (previous tourny had 10 players) and I think I may not have the time/attention to act as the director and participate as well.

Your thoughts please.

Slagar · #2 (**permalink**) 10-01-2006, 01:54 AM

With that size of field, I think it would be hard to concentrate on playing well while having to deal with running it. I wouldn't play in the tournament.

bigjohn · #3 (**permalink**) 10-01-2006, 02:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Slagar

With that size of field, I think it would be hard to concentrate on playing well while having to deal with running it. I wouldn't play in the tournament.

If you had a capable person who could act as the "floor man" who would only be handling the tourney I think you could get away with playing...but with the size/number of people you would be hard pressed to be able to run it efficiently especially if a conflict came up.

Brewster · #4 (**permalink**) 10-01-2006, 04:12 AM

If all goes well, we should attract a field of 40 to 50 people. This is the perfect excuse to order more Faux Clays.

poislb · #5 (**permalink**) 10-01-2006, 07:24 AM

I would be the floor man/pit boss for the night, I think that would be pretty fun. Almost as fun as playing.....maybe not, but I would give it a shot, with that many people ya got to keep an eye on whats going on. Its almost better to stay on the floor to make sure eveyone is having a good time. Maybe have your Wife or Girlfriend be the beverage lady. Maybe you can make up some of your costs through tips from serving beverages!!

gagners · #6 (**permalink**) 10-01-2006, 07:29 AM

Why would you invite so many people - making to act as TD instead of playing. i host games to play. Unless you are being "compensated" - then it makes sense. Otherwise

KYBill · #7 (**permalink**) 10-01-2006, 07:38 AM

we usually have around 30 and i play, but 50 would be way to many to be able to play!

panthershutch15 · #8 (**permalink**) 10-01-2006, 09:01 AM

I think someone needs to be the 'floorman'...

Maybe if you cut it down to 30-40 you could play.....If it's like my game, several people don't show up like they say...

pokertvstar · #9 (**permalink**) 10-01-2006, 09:02 AM

You basically need to have 1 person per tabnle as designated "table captain". Make these people someone you: A) trust, and B) knows the rules and possible rulings of the game. When you or 1 of your TC's bust out, they become the TD.

I have hosted 40 player games, and that hasd always been the accepted way top do it.

Be sure to let the field know that these people are you TC's and can answer questions and disputes, and when one ofthem busts out they will oversee things.

Problem with that is the first busted TC will want to play in a side game, which they won't be able to do. That person should get some extra beers or something....just a thought.

gmunny · #10 (**permalink**) 10-01-2006, 09:32 PM

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Originally Posted by pokertvstar

You basically need to have 1 person per tabnle as designated "table captain". Make these people someone you: A) trust, and B) knows the rules and possible rulings of the game. When you or 1 of your TC's bust out, they become the TD.

I have hosted 40 player games, and that hasd always been the accepted way top do it.

Be sure to let the field know that these people are you TC's and can answer questions and disputes, and when one ofthem busts out they will oversee things.

Problem with that is the first busted TC will want to play in a side game, which they won't be able to do. That person should get some extra beers or something....just a thought.

This is similar to how run my larger home tourneys (usually between 22-30). 2-3 of my good friends (who I also trust and are very well versed with the rules) are designtated table captains. They also handle the rebuys and help with chip color ups. I've ran a tourney with that many people though, but if you are going to play, definately get some trustful helpers. Good luck.