The Best Poker Strategies: Sit-and-Go, Re-entry & Freeroll

What’s the best part about getting in your car and going for a joyride? The freedom. You’re in the driver’s seat. You’re in control. You make the calls on where you go and how long you ride. The excitement is yours for the taking. 

Maybe you’re in the mood for a slower, leisurely ride. So, you cruise along the coast and soak up the stellar views. Or maybe you’re in the mood for an adrenaline rush. So, you put your foot to the floor and feel the thrill of going 0 to 60 in a matter of seconds.

It’s all up to you. At Ignition Casino, you’ll enjoy that exact same freedom. 

With our wide range of online poker tournaments, you’ll have plenty of chances to play for free or for real cash. From long games with big jackpots to quick games that’ll keep you on the edge of your seat, we’ve got you covered. 

But before you throw your hat in the ring, you’ll want to think about strategy. With some kick-ass strategies, you’ll give yourself the best shot at scoring some money. 

Your strategy will vary depending on the type of online poker you’re playing. First, let’s take a look at some of your lower stake options like Sit-and-Gos and Freerolls. Then, we’ll dive into strategy tips for high-stake games, including re-entry tournaments.

Strategy for Online Jackpot Sit-and-Go Tournaments

You know the dread you feel whenever you have to stand in a queue or wait in a waiting room? Well, when you play Jackpot Sit-and-Gos, you can kiss that feeling goodbye. One of the things that make Jackpot Sit-and-Gos so awesome is that you can jump into a game anytime. No waiting, more playing. Plus, they give you great odds of winning heaps of cash. As long as you play them strategically, of course.

If you’re unfamiliar with Jackpot Sit-and-Gos, don’t sweat it. That’s what we’re here for. Here’s a quick breakdown of what you need to know:

• As soon as all the seats are filled, the tournament begins. Just like the name suggests, you sit and go. Pretty simple if you ask us. Filling all the seats usually only takes a few seconds, especially at popular online poker sites like Ignition Casino.
• If you’re tight on time, Jackpot Sit-and-Gos are perfect for you. Games can take as little as a few minutes and you can almost always finish in under an hour.
•  At Ignition Casino, you can even play multi-table games of Jackpot Sit-and-Go. Take your pick between free practice games or big money action. 
• Each player starts with the same amount of chips. 
• Blinds increase once every few minutes. The exact intervals will vary between games, so be sure to check your game’s details before kicking off.

Now, let’s get into the good stuff: strategy.

When you’re starting out, playing conservatively is a great way to work up to big money. Think of it as building momentum. You’re gradually merging onto the highway rather than putting your foot to the floor. Since Jackpot Sit-and-Gos are shorter and have smaller blinds in early hands, there’s less pressure on you to win pots. Plus, you’ve got a solid stack of chips to work with, which never hurts.

Maybe you’ve been lucky enough to land a premium poker hand early in the game, like pocket aces or kings or queens. If that’s the case, it’s time for you to raise. Raise your competitors by 6 or 7 times the amount of the big blind. Players all have heaps of chips early on and they’ll often use them to stay in the game. After all, everybody hates FOMO.  So, by raising, you’ll keep some competition on the hook and isolate the rest. 

Not ready to shell out your money yet? No dramas, we don’t judge. Just click “Practice Mode” before you start your online poker game.

Strategy for Online Re-Entry Tournaments

Maybe you got a little cocky. Maybe Lady Luck wasn’t on your side (she can be pretty fickle). We totally get it. And we know as well as you do that you deserve another go. 

When you play in re-entry tournaments, that second (or third) chance is right at your fingertips. These tournaments let you buy back into the game after you’ve busted. As a bonus, you’ll usually get a new stack of chips as well. 

You’re getting a fresh start – but with a few twists.

First, if you re-enter a tournament, you’ve got to be ready for stiffer competition. Re-entries attract stronger players, whereas newbies usually cut their losses and stay out.  But the pros? They’ve got the incentive and the money to dive right back into the competition. 

Keep that in mind when thinking of your strategy. Don’t play fast and loose just because you know you can buy your way back in. Sure, you’ve got the re-entries in your back pocket. But that doesn’t mean you should rely on them. Playing smart and staying cool is always the way to go.

That said, not everyone will follow this advice. Heaps of players will play faster and looser. You’ll likely see some big shows of aggression in re-entry tournaments. When that happens, don’t be afraid to show your teeth. If you’ve got a big hand, push it hard until you bring home your jackpot.

Last but not least, avoid bluffing too much in re-entry online poker tournaments. Players in re-entry games don’t tend to fold because they’ve got those healthy stacks of chips on their side. They start thinking they’re invincible. So, if your bluff fails, you’ll expose yourself and lose some chips all at once.

Strategy for Online Freeroll Tournaments

At Ignition Casino, we’re proud to say that our favourite f-word is freeroll. And we have a feeling it’s going to be yours as well. That’s because, in freerolls, you’ve got nothing to lose (except a bit of time) and everything to gain. Online poker with no buy-in and real money for the taking. What could be better?

But there’s a catch. You had to know it was a little too good to be true, right? Other players love freerolls. That means you’re going to have heaps of mean competition.

So, where do you start in the world of freerolls? By playing tight poker. In doing that, you’ll go against the grain and set yourself apart from other players. That’s because many players tend to go all-in since there’s no buy-in. Sure, you might see some of your competitors get lucky in the early stages. Resist the urge to follow them. Play the long game and save your chips for those later rounds. 

It’s in these middle and later phases that you need to power through. By then, your competition is much smaller, so you can experiment with bluffing to get you to your prize pool. 

Once you’ve gotten even closer to your jackpot, watch out for players who have to go all-in just to stay in the game. While they might be playing for free, they’ll probably be desperate to survive the round. That means they likely won’t fold when you bluff and you’ll have a better shot at taking their chips.

Freerolls are awesome for getting your feet wet in the world of online poker. Plus, they give you the chance to boost your skills and win real money. Find a new form of freedom with freerolls.