Tournament Poker Sit N Go or Single Table Strategy

If you are new to tournament poker, you will probably like Sit N Go better than Multi-Tables. Sit N Go play faster and more straightforward and feels much like ring games. So it is easier to adjust.

In a single-table event, one table is available for the event and just as soon as all seats are bought in for, the game begins. Players start off with the same amount of chips. Usually the top three players divide the pot among themselves with the winner taking about half of it.

Sit N Go is fun. It plays fast and aggressive. You play more hands, bluff and go all-in a lot. A game is over in an hour and if you lose, it only costs you a cheap buy in. You can easily buy into a new single-table tournament and play again! It's so convenient so a lot of bad players are drawn to it—easy prey for you!

Sit N Go Strategy

Choose a single-table tournament with good starting stacks (buy in). Short stacks are harder to play although some players do well with them. Also, play within your comfort zone. Do not go for stake levels that cripple your play.

Try to sit in the position you like. Some prefer to sit to the left of calling stations, others to maniacs. It's different for everyone but if you know other players in the event, try to get your preferred position over them.

Early in the game, if the table is wild, sit back and let the aggressors knock one another out. Play choice hands though you can loosen up in late position. Don't bluff yet. Just wait for cheap shots to get extra chips. Be a rock so they will respect you.

On the other hand, if the table is tight from the get-go, you should play the aggressor. Bluff or semi-bluff early. You will build your chip stack faster.

Middle stage of the event, step up your game. Begin to bluff and semi-bluff more often especially if you are short-stacked. Take the initiative instead of waiting for the cards to come to you. Watch other players and identify who make good bluff targets and who don't. If you have a big stack, you can be more selective.

Continue the pressure up to the final stage of the game. If you are starved of chips, again be aggressive. Why play tight when the blinds are taking your money anyway? Chances are, several of your opponents are short-stacked too. Further, keep in mind that in tournament poker, most of your wins will come from bluffs than from real winning hands.