Televised poker will never become a major sport

[Mark Heide]

I agree with your statement because poker is not a sport it is a game. There is no physical aspect to poker. Lets face it we have people of all ages playing poker fat, old, young, and fit. But, the popularity is increasing. I even found my mother watching the NBC Heads-Up tornament, and I can tell you she hates football. But, what I would like to see is these sponsors like ESPN start picking up the casino tab on theses add on fees and casino expenses. I'm sure they are making enough on the advertising to do so. I believe the players are getting ripped off with the increases in fees. I'd like to see theses $50 to $100 add on fees to the $1000 entries go away. We definately need the players on the tournament circuit to speak up to these media giants and turn them away unless they can put some dough.

Good Luck

Mark