Gotta Withdraw? NTRA/NHC tournament in Vegas now requiring masks in Tournament Room.

[Parkview_Pirate]

I actually agree with Vic on his suggestion of having a proxy onsite. Though I see some logistical holes in it with the emails and monitoring.

I don't see why a daily 18 selection contest couldn't be held on horseplayers.com, for remote players. 8 mandatory and 10 optional, with all applicable tracks. Might take some robust and quick coding for the HP staff, but I do believe there have been two track, 25 race contests in the past online.

There are some security issues and some collusion and "team" play factors that certainly don't make this a slam dunk, but if the NTRA/NHC thinks that has been completely eliminated with an onsite format....ugh, well....no.

[ReplayRandall]

Originally Posted by v j stauffer

Randall, can you elaborate?

Sorry, but No....

[Andy Asaro]

Originally Posted by v j stauffer

You feel strongly they are the right people? The ones with the authority?

If you think there are stronger options I have some avenues of communication that might open different doors if needed.

I'll trust your judgement.

Your first post in the thread was sent out on my email blast and I think it was very well received. You've done a great job in advancing our position.

[v j stauffer]

Originally Posted by Andy Asaro

Your first post in the thread was sent out on my email blast and I think it was very well received. You've done a great job in advancing our position.

Thanks, Hope so.

[Andy Asaro]

Originally Posted by v j stauffer

Thanks, Hope so.

Got a very nice email from Michelle Ravencraft. They are granting a handful of waivers.

Sent this to my blast which the NTRA officials are on.

If I were to go I'd have to wear the mask under my nose in the tournament room and in the casino. I could make my wagers and go back up in the room but I would lose the ability to adjust my wagers real time based on the current odds and the visuals of the horses running. I think the NTRA is in a tough spot and I greatly appreciate this accommodation. I have not made a decision yet but am leaning heavily toward a waiver.

And just want everyone to know that I appreciate the work the NTRA does particularly in the area of taxation of gambling winnings. I will continue to play in their tournaments and my membership renewal is on Auto renewal.

We never quit,

A

[cato]

For what? masks, designated folks? Etc.?

[ReplayRandall]

Originally Posted by cato

For what? masks, designated folks? Etc.?

Frank, are you qualified for this year, last year or both?

[Gamblin4ever]

Originally Posted by thespaah

Good one!!!!
Reminds me of my Dad..
"My house. My rules"....

I still use that saying in my house.

[PaceAdvantage]

Wait, people in racing actually take Andy seriously?

No wonder this industry never fails to disappoint me.

[cato]

Replay: I am qualified for the event that is scheduled to occur in August. That's the eleventh time I've qualified, including a couple of double years.

And you?

[ReplayRandall]

Originally Posted by cato

I am qualified for the event that is scheduled to occur in August. That's the eleventh time I've qualified, including a couple of double years.

And you?

I have multiple pieces of players who are hesitant in going to Bally's next month...I sat out last year, for the first time.

[PaceAdvantage]

Where did they hold it last year?

[ReplayRandall]

Originally Posted by PaceAdvantage

Where did they hold it last year?

They didn't....I did not try to qualify last year knowing it was DOA as far as holding a LIVE event.

[PaceAdvantage]

Oh. You said you sat out...as if it was a choice.

[ReplayRandall]

Originally Posted by PaceAdvantage

Oh. You said you sat out...as if it was a choice.

My bad if I was giving out a confusing post...