BLACKJACK TOURNAMENTS

Las Palmas Casino and Sportsbook is distinguished by solely focusing on real-time, online blackjack tournaments in both, Single Table “Sit & Go” or Multi-Table play formats.

Our Single Table Tournaments are offered in a variety of options. You, the player, determine the type of game you would like to participate in prior to start of the tournament. Options would include the number of hands to be played, the number of decks to be used, and the amount of buy-in. After all players have registered, the game will begin. Upon completion of the round, the player with the greatest amount of chips is a declared winner and will collect the winnings based on the game criteria, and the game is over.

Single Table Rules:

• The tournament will consist of a set number of hands.
• A specific number of decks will be used.
• Up to 8 players can sit at a table.
• The entry fee will vary and will be preset. (ex: range 10 to 100)
• All entry fees will be paid out to the participants.
• A service fee of 10% will be paid to the house to participate in the event. (ex: A $10 tournament will have a service fee of $1).
• You enter the game by going through the lobby and joining a tournament.
• The game will start when the is full, or at a designated time by the administrator.
• If you have entered a game and it does not start within 10 minutes of your entry, you may withdraw from the game and your account will be credited back with your full entry fee.
• Once the number of hands has been established, the dealer will shuffle and deal one card to each player to determine who gets the “button” or who has to take action first.
• Each player may bet between the minimum and the maximum allowed per hand and shall try to accumulate the most chips during the round.
• If a player gets disconnected from the game, for any reason, he/she will automatically continue to make the minimum bet and will always hit on 11 or under and will always stand on 12 or over. The player may re-enter by going back to the lobby and reconnecting to the game. He/she will pick up the game in progress when he/she re-enters. If the game ends before re-entry, the player will be scored based on the rules above and could receive one of the prizes.

Our Multi-Table Tournaments offer our players the excitement of competing against other players from other tables in an elimination style format. Players at multiple tables compete at their table. Tournament criteria are established prior to play. As play progresses, a designated number of players (winners) move on to the next round, etc. With 32 players or less, there would be a starting round and a final round. With 41-128 players there would be a starting round, a semi-final round and a final round. With 129-512 players there would be a starting round, a quarter-final round, a semi-final round and the finals. With 513 and over there would be five rounds. Once the game starts the rounds will start immediately after all of the tables in the preceding round are complete.

The tournament will open 45 minutes prior to the actual starting time of the event. If the event does not start on time, players may withdraw and their account will be credited. All prize money will be paid out with the majority of the money being paid to the finalists however individual table winners of each round will receive a prize.

Multi-Table Tournament Rules:

• The tournament will consist of a set number of hands
• A specific number of decks will be used
• Up to 8 players can sit at a table
• The entry fee will vary and will be preset. (ex: range 10 to 100)
• All entry fees will be paid out to the participants
• A service fee of 10% will be paid to the house to participate in the event. (ex: A $10 tournament will have a service fee of $1).
• You enter the game by going through the lobby and joining a tournament.
• The game will start at a designated time by the administrator.
• If you have entered a game and it does not start within 10 minutes of your entry, you may withdraw from the game and your account will be credited back with your full entry fee.
• Once the number of hands has been established, the dealer will shuffle and deal one card to each player to determine who gets the “button” or who has to take action first.
• Each player may bet between the minimum and the maximum allowed per hand and shall try to accumulate the most chips during the round.
• If a player gets disconnected from the game, for any reason, he/she will automatically continue to make the minimum bet and will always hit on 11 or under and will always stand on all hard 12’s and over. The player will hit on all soft 12,13,14,15,16 and stand on hard 17,18,19,20,21. The player may re-enter by going back to the lobby and reconnecting to the game. He/she will pick up the game in progress when he/she re-enters. If the game ends before re-entry, the player will be scored based on the rules above and could receive one of the prizes.

Tournaments Strategy

There are some basic things to consider in tournament blackjack, and having a decent strategy can significantly enhance your chances of winning.

Gaming, in and of itself, is about taking risks. It is important to have a strategy to help manage these risks, and we call this Risk Management. Managing the risks versus rewards is always a factor, and at some point or another you’re going to have to make big decisions which will allow you to win or cause you to lose.

Tournament-play blackjack, has as one of its most distinguishable features, players competing against each other to accumulate the most chips. Since you are winning or losing against the dealer, all players tend to have the same outcomes. For instance, if the dealer gets blackjack then most likely the table would have the similar outcome of a loss. Gaining ground on your opponent, having better cards, betting differently than your opponents, or making “hit now” decisions, is the difference in winning or losing.

So, three things to consider in tournament play: #1 Have a Basic Strategy. #2 Use Risk Management strategy. #3 Know there are Similar Outcomes.

In tournament play, there are two kinds of approaches… conservative & aggressive. The old school approach of conservative betting may be a good play for some. Some believe betting small in the beginning is a sure fire way of maintaining your chip pile and getting to the final rounds. Others believe the only way to succeed is to bet big in these tournaments and accumulate a stockpile of chips, making it hard for your opponents to catch up. Although the latter works, the player often busts and is eliminated early. Many strategists say the conservative approach is the best way to be successful early on.

As the conservative approach has become more commonly used, it has made play at the tables all the more strategic. As more players are betting conservatively, it’s important to mix both strategies. Choosing to bet big at the right times is as pertinent as knowing when to bet small. It’s usually a good practice to wait until the button has passed your spot to determine a large bet option because you can see the bets of all your competitors before you decide your bet size. This enables you to bet just enough to take the lead while not risking any extra chip amounts. To put it simply, you’ve brought more value to the chips you have risked.

Remember, similar outcomes as a rule. If the dealer pays out the entire table and you take the lead then you’ve probably made a good and measured bet. On the converse, if you’re the leader and making minimum bets then you are just giving your opponents the opportunity to pass you. It’s a better practice to try and margin yourself by making similar bets as your opponents to stay in the lead, if there, even though you risk getting poor cards. It is still a good strategy and may mean you have to make a medium sized wager, but this will keep your opponents at arms length.

Again, one must always choose his battles when faced with the decision of a large bet. If you are down from the leader by a total maximum bet, this may be a good time to consider a large bet in order to take the lead. Remember, risk versus reward. You also have to consider how many hands are left in the round because this may be your last opportunity for taking the lead. Be sure and make a measured bet so you don’t risk unnecessary chips. But at some point you may need to take the lead in this one hand. If it means risking your entire bank roll, then be prepared to make that decision.

To conclude, remember to enter the game with some basic strategy in mind. As each hand is played, the betting situation is altered. Know your strategies for betting conservatively, and be prepared to bet aggressively. Having the understanding that similar outcomes are consistent, you’ll recognize also that risk management is imperative to your long-term success.