Global Poker Federation events are designed to ensure that we all have fun. A few simple guidelines will help make sure we are all on the same page.  Event play is ALWAYS FREE and people of all levels of play are encouraged to come together and have some fun. 

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Don't sweat the buy in fees that Casino's charge.  Global Poker Federation sanctioned tournaments are an easy way to begin playing in a structured tournament environment.   You'll find loads of help from the league members while learning about other people's playing style.  The learning process can be expensive at Casinos, so take advantage of the FREE Play while you get the hang of the game! 

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When playing in a Global Poker Federation sanctioned tournament, please keep in mind that all levels of players are participating.  Participating in tournaments is a great opportunity to learn from those with more experience and to help those that are just learning feel comfortable.  Some rules will be suspended at the discretion of the tournament host when new players are present.  IE:  A non-player may be allowed to coach a new player.  This requires that the non-player be seated at the table in order to facilitate this process.  New players are often overwhelmed by the rules of the game and minor rule infractions may result in multiple warnings before penalties are imposed.  Ultimately - It is the Tournament Director that will make the decision as to whether or not to bend the rules.  Experienced players that belittle or insult a new player or any player may be removed from tournament play.

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Global Poker Federation or one of its affiliated leagues reserves the right to cancel or alter any event at its sole discretion in the best interest of the league or its players.  Global Poker Federation's guidelines are just that "guidelines".  Individual leagues may modify rules at their sole discretion.

We are here to have fun and socialize.  Disruptive behavior WILL NOT be tolerated.
Rulings

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Decisions made by the Tournament Host / Director are FINAL! The league will adhere for the most part on the Tournament Directors of America rules with some exceptions.

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Assignment of Rights

 

Anyone playing in a Global Poker Federation sanctioned tournament grants Global Poker Federation and any affiliate league, the right to use their image, video images and any recorded audio of themselves for promotional purposes.

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Players

 

Players must register with the league before playing.  Each player will be assigned a unique ID / Player Number.  New Players will be afforded an opportunity to adjust to the rules of Global Poker Federation League Play without necessarily being penalized to the extent that an experienced league member would.

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Minimum Age

 

Players MUST be at least 18 years of age to play.  Players that are under the age of 21 will not be permitted in many of our venues or be allowed into venues where some of our major tournaments are conducted.

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Signing In, Signing Out

 

Players must sign in to each tournament and sign-out. Signing out means, check the sign-in sheet and ensure that all the points to which you are entitled are recorded. Failure to sign out may result in a loss of placement points. If a dispute about points arises the league relies solely on the paper copy of the tournament sign-in / sign-out sheet.