1. 2010-11-30 16:45:33

   The Why

   Well after 14 years in the childcare business, starting from an aide and working my way up to being a partner at a private after school program, I have decided to take at least a year off to challenge myself to reach one of online pokers most sought after goals. Supernova Elite on Pokerstars. I intend to use this blog to record the journy for myself, and anyone who is interested. This will include bi weekly updates on my pace, and anything that comes to my mind regarding this challenge.
   Supernova Elite is basically Pokerstars top VIP level. You can find the details on what it takes at :
   http://www.fpppro.com
   http://www.pokerstars.com/vip/supernova/elite/
   It starts on Jan 1st and basically the goal is to reach 1 million VPP(VIP player points) in one calender year. Basically if you reach this level you get around 63-70 percent rakeback when all is said and done. That means if you just break even for the year you are looking at over 115k in rakeback(including tourny packages) Last year there was only 209 people who reached this goal and this year is looking like it will be close to 300. Without getting into too much detail (check the links) I will have to multi table(14-20) midstakes (200nl-600nl) for at least 5 hours a day 5-6 days a week to obtain this goal, all the while trying to remain profitable(or breakeven) at the tables for the year. This is tough for a number of reasons. Things like game selection, and playing during hours more regulars are on lower your winrate, as well as the added number of tables.
   I have made it to Supernova(One level below elite, but ten times easier) the last 5 years playing 3 hours a day at a decent win rate, and have quite frankly gotten very bored with both my job and poker. I felt that this would be a good time to challenge myself. I hope those of you who follow this blog will enjoy the journy weather I crash and burn(very possible as people go crazy trying for this), or make it to glory!

   Posted by Tony Gags at 2010-11-30 16:45:33

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Comments on “The Why”

1. • Posted by HottChef g 2010-12-04 16:29:51
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   • TonyGL!!! Living the dream. Look forward to reading about your journey and one day being able to sit back and say "Hey I played in that !$#$#%'s garage!!!" haha CHEERS!!

2. • Posted by Jason M g 2010-12-01 07:23:11
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   • You better kick some ass, Tony! I'm looking forward to reading this :D Call me any time you want to chat about it, too.

3. • Posted by Tony Gags g 2010-12-01 06:56:05
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   • Ty for the positive feedback already guys. Very motivating. I think this will be a big help during the year! Gonna post some pics of my new setup soon! Once again thanks guys!

4. • Posted by RodsterAce g 2010-12-01 05:56:03
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   • Good luck to you buddy!

5. • Posted by Allan (unverified) g 2010-11-30 18:25:33
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   • Good Luck Sir. If there's anyone who can do it, it is you Mr. Tony! Get it!

6. • Posted by Mr. Segan g 2010-11-30 16:59:06
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   • Glglglglglglgl