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Gaming Guru  Odds and ends, plus a quick test30 November 2002
One of the truly great sportsbook managers has decided to hang it up and take
a promotion. Joe Lupo, the Stardust race and sportsbook manager will be re-locating
to Atlantic City and accepting a management position at the Boyd Group's new Borgata
Resort. Bob Scucci, Lupo's assistant will take the reins. ... (read more)
Football: October 20021 October 2002
Football season is here and thus far there have been a bunch of surprises coming
out of the gate. In the early part of the season the St. Louis Rams have all but
eliminated themselves from the playoffs. The Rams were the favorite to win it
all this year and the collapse of this dynasty that never was has put more than
a few believers in shock. ... (read more)
Football 2002 - The Regular Season15 September 2002
Finally, the football season is underway! For most sports bettors there are two
parts to the year, betting on football and the other six months. There are many
different ways to bet on the NFL and college games. Many are convinced that they
have a better shot at winning by wagering on totals. ... (read more)
Football 2002 Part II1 September 2002
Football season is just around the corner and the Las Vegas sportsbooks are gearing
up for action. There will be plenty of opportunities to wager before the season
begins. I know more than a few people that swear they do very well during the
pre-season. They follow coaching patterns and psychological factors that help
them determine playing time for their star players. ... (read more)
Football 20021 August 2002
I'm always on the lookout for a property doing something innovative when it comes
to wagering on sports. David Dandrea, sportsbook supervisor at the Rio has come
up with an interesting parlay card. He has devised a total season parlay card
over/under total wins proposition that enables tourists and locals to have action
on NFL teams for the season. ... (read more)
You Can Bet on It!1 June 2002
There is often a fine line between winning and losing. Many times when you gamble
you get lucky early. You are winning and all of your moves are paying off. The
question is when things start to change when do you quit that session?
Fundamentally, it's a very complex question. Let's say for example ... (read more)
32nd Annual World Series of Poker Begins1 May 2002
The 32nd Annual World Series of Poker, the greatest gambling event of the year
is now taking place downtown at Binion's Horseshoe. It began on April 21 and runs
until May 18. If you are a better than average poker player and are curious to
find out how good you really are, the answer can be found out by buying in. ... (read more)
Bet with your Head1 March 2002
There is an old gambling quote that many people have claimed to be theirs. I'm
not sure who said it first. The quote is, "Bet with your head, not over it".
Sure sounds good and it makes a lot of sense. Trouble with it is that when you
are in the heat of battle with your favorite casino or sportsbook it can be very
difficult to let your common sense be your guiding light. ... (read more)
Superbowl 20021 February 2002
The biggest sports betting day of the year will take place on February 3rd. Of
course I'm referring to this year's Super Bowl. People that haven't made a bet
since last year's game are gearing up for this year's action. Also, bettors that
have battled the pointspread week in and week out since September are champing
at the bit to get even or to press it up and get further ahead. ... (read more)
You Can Bet On It!1 November 2001
I've been writing this column for twelve years for What's On magazine and in that
time there have been many changes here in Las Vegas. One thing that hasn't changed
is the odds for the house and against the player. Certain games afford the gambler
a greater degree of success than others. Blackjack, poker, sports betting are
the big three of games that can be beaten over the long haul. ... (read more)
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