Post by: EricThomas on July 07, 2010, 06:16:46 AM
Click here for more details on the tournament:
http://www.900global.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=144&Itemid=192
Click here for more info on the Bank:
http://www.900global.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=111&Itemid=192
Bounty Hunter checks are mailing now. Congrats to all of our previous winners. With this new program all bowlers and skill levels can now take a shot at cashing in with this latest high performance release!
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Post by: notsohotshot on July 07, 2010, 03:10:49 PM
Post by: EricThomas on July 07, 2010, 03:19:18 PM
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Post by: notsohotshot on July 07, 2010, 03:29:41 PM
Post by: livespive on July 07, 2010, 03:44:27 PM
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So many potential customers will have no idea how the game is played and/or have no interest in cards. Just a strange contest to run in conjunction with the sale of a bowling ball.My opinion.Nothing to do with bowling as it has been in the past.
But it is a nice way to get people to try poker, because the entry is free.
My question is as long as I have the form, and the proof of purchase I can sign up right?
For example:
As notsohotshot said there are people that don''t like poker, but want the ball.
Is it possible for me to offer such said person say 1/3rd the cost of the ball for his form, and proof of purchase?
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Post by: michelle on July 07, 2010, 03:47:28 PM
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Kind of a strange contest. A lot of prople are at a terrible disadvantage because they don't or haven't played poker especially if it is Texas Hold'em. Some people have absolutely no interest in poker or cards of any kind. Now if the game is just five or seven card and is just luck then that is another story. Eric please clear up for all of us.
seven card is hardly luck...not when played properly. I clean up in the Stud/8 sections of HORSE events. Yeah, the occasional cooler may come along (I lost with quad kings that I had by fifth street) to a guy who rivered a straight flush...but that was in a freeroll. In a cash game, donkeys like that tend not to chase that long with betting raised and capped each street...
That being said, I do question the wisdom of the promotion, concurring not only that not everyone plays poker and more importantly, not everyone that DOES play wants to play the WSOP-ME. I know a lot of people that would be out of their element in that event but might actually be comfortable in the lesser bracelet events (ie. the $1K and $2.5K by-in events).
Post by: EricThomas on July 07, 2010, 04:09:50 PM
If your fortunate enough to win the seat and are unable to play or have no desire to play in the main event we will handle on an individual basis.
This promotion is not mandatory. Its just a new fun and exciting promotion we are running to reward our customers. We are the only company that does stuff like this. ENJOY IT!
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Post by: Juggernaut on July 07, 2010, 05:18:32 PM
To be considered successful, a promotion should appeal to a wide swath of the general audience. This one seems quite limited and very focused on a specific group of people.
Your equipment is great, and I hope you sell so many new balls that you can't keep up with demand, but if you do, I don't think it will be because of this promotion.
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Post by: tdub36tjt on July 07, 2010, 05:19:58 PM
By the way A LOT of people were at a disadvantage on the Bounty Hunter promotion too because they will probably never bowl a 300!!! Thats how most contests are some people are gonna have a lot better chance than others. Like Eric said they are the only company that does anything like this so just enjoy the equipment and their generosity!!
Post by: storm making it rain on July 07, 2010, 05:22:57 PM
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I HATE poker, and am hard-pressed to think of ANYTHING I consider to be a bigger waste of time.
To be considered successful, a promotion should appeal to a wide swath of the general audience. This one seems quite limited and very focused on a specific group of people.
Your equipment is great, and I hope you sell so many new balls that you can't keep up with demand, but if you do, I don't think it will be because of this promotion.
just because you hate poker, doesnt mean the "wide swath" of people hate poker. dont know if you know this but poker is very popular right now. unfortunately maybe more popular than bowling. where do you think the PBA got the WSOB, hmm maybe from the WSOP which is a huuuuuge event.
back to topic, i think its a good idea. if i threw 900 equipment, i would definately give it a shot. good luck with it, ill definately throw in a good word at my shop on this promotion
Post by: Spider Ball Bowler on July 07, 2010, 05:23:12 PM
Just an option..
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Post by: tdub36tjt on July 07, 2010, 05:25:47 PM
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It's a different kind of promotion. As a card player or not, it's interesting. If you are going to buy the ball anyway, but don't want to play the poker tournament, sell it for like $40 to a person you know that does. Most tournaments that offer a seat to the WSOP main event go for a lot more than that, so you can get a little bit of cash back on your purchase.
Just an option..
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Post by: Juggernaut on July 07, 2010, 05:41:07 PM
A promotion would never stop me from buying, nor would it induce me TO buy, I just stated my opinion on poker (it SUCKS), and feel like they could've had something with a wider public appeal.
Like I said, I hope the guys in S.A. sell so many balls they can't even make them all.
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Post by: ChrispyBrownies on July 07, 2010, 07:39:15 PM
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Post by: 67tbird on July 07, 2010, 08:50:05 PM
Post by: EricThomas on July 07, 2010, 10:00:27 PM
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Post by: BWDavy on July 07, 2010, 11:46:19 PM
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I also forgot to add that for the first time with our promotions bowlers in multiple countries will be allowed to participate!
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Now THAT'S cool! I have 3 or 4 customers that are avid Texas Hold'em players, both online and in person so this should help sell a few more Banks!
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Post by: srlunatic on July 08, 2010, 02:43:42 AM
900 Global has shown it likes to give back to the people who invest in them. First with the Bounty Series and now with this.
Poker and the Main Event has become huge since ESPN has been following it. I think it is a brilliant idea to offer up seats to the Main Event. Offering up seats to the $1500 events or such just doesn't have the big bang that a seat in the Main Event does. Plus I would think it would be guaranteed exposure for both 900 and for the winner as ESPN cover bowling and poker so would be a natural tie in for a story.
Great job Eric and look forward to trying to win the seat!
Mike
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Post by: TheFreeAgent on July 08, 2010, 05:23:41 AM
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Post by: iamone78 on July 08, 2010, 10:46:27 AM
People will buy this ball regardless if they like poker or not. No big deal if you don't want to try your luck with some online poker. After all what do you have to lose with this?
Great idea Eric!
Post by: qstick777 on July 10, 2010, 07:27:27 PM
Post by: Hoselrockets on July 12, 2010, 01:41:42 PM
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Post by: StormNation2 on July 12, 2010, 01:59:22 PM
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if you have no clue how to play poker, Ill take your seat, as I play on Full Tilt 6-7 hours a day
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Post by: smartdave on July 16, 2010, 10:21:21 AM
The W.S.O.P. Bank program was developed so we could guarantee 2 lucky winners would get a $10,000 W.S.O.P. Main Event seat plus $1,000 spending cash. In addition, $1,500 will be spread across the final table finishers.
To clarify the 1st and 2nd online tournaments, the 1st will be for all Pro Shops who sell at least one Bank, and consumers who buy a Bank. We expect a very high attendance in this tournament, as we believe the Bank is the best ball we have ever introduced, and should be our best seller ever.
The 2nd tournament is reserved for all Pro Shops selling 8 or more Banks, and all consumers that purchase a 2nd Bank for their arsenal. Pro Shops can earn a 2nd seat (to be used by an employee or friend) by selling 16 or more Banks. This tournament will have a much lower attendance rate, therefore greatly increasing someones chances of winning the $11,000 seat. Both tournaments will be a mix of pro shops and consumers. Details on the internet location and time of the tournaments will be announced soon. We do know that the 1st tournament will be held in November and the 2nd is slated for sometime in December.
We hope this program will be a huge success, as we want to give back to the shops and bowlers that choose to support us. We know you have options with the more popular brands, and we appreciate all your help in getting us where we are today. Good luck with the Bank, and please continue to give us your input. Thanks,
Dave Smart
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Post by: Hoselrockets on July 17, 2010, 02:44:56 PM
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