Rules

Though we're here to have fun and socialize, every game has rules, and poker is no different. When playing cards in one of our games, we ask that you please follow these simple rules to make sure our games stay fair and consistent.

Texas Hold'em

Gameplay
1. General rules of Texas Hold'em apply (1)
Cash Games
1. Game stakes and limits will be established by the host
2. You may buy-in or out at any time
3. Table stakes apply (2)
4. "Ratholing" is not allowed (3)
5. Straddle is allowed from under the gun (UTG) only
Tournaments
1. Buy-in, re-buys, add-ons, and blind/ante schedule will be established by the host
2. You may not buy-out of a tournament once you begin play
3. Blinds will be removed from your chip stack if you are absent during play
4. Disputes will be handled by the host using TDA rules (4)
Betting, Raising & Calling
1. The minimum bet is equal to one big blind
2. A raise must be equal to or greater than the previous raise
3. "String betting" is not allowed (5)
4. "One chip rule" applies (6)
5. All bets are final
Etiquette
1. Players should exercise proper poker etiquette at all times (7)
Side Games
1. "The Nit Game" - A predetermined bounty is agreed upon by all participating players. All players receive a token. Upon winning a pot, the player must show their hand to relinquish their token. The last player left with a token must pay the bounty to each player.
2. "The Stupid Game" - A predetermined bounty is agreed upon by all participating players. Upon winning a pot, the player must show their hand to receive a token. The last player left withouth a token must pay the bounty to each player.
3. "The Seven Deuce Game" - A predetermined bounty is agreed upon by all participating players. A player that wins a pot and shows seven deuce receives the bounty from all players.

Updated 08/04/2025

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