- How do I join the Club?
- What do I have to Download?
- Why can't I activate my account?
- I don't play poker but I want to sign up because I am a race fan, is that okay?
- How do I get race points?
- What can I win?
- How do I register for a tournament?
- Which hand wins?
- How can I qualify to play in a tournament with any of the drivers?
- Who do I contact for help?
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Getting Started
How do I join the club?
To join VLP Club, as a member or participant you must register an account and download the software following all on-screen prompts. You will need to decide which member level you wish to select. See "What are the different levels available?"
How do I start playing?
Once you have registered an account, you must download the client application and install the software. Go
Login to your new account and start playing poker. You can select from Multi-table tournaments that start at a scheduled time and Sit N Go tournaments that will start as soon as required number of players are seated (usually 10) . See "How do I register for a tournament?"
Who can play?
Eligibility to play is limited by state, age and/or other criteria as determined by VLP Club. Please review the Official Rules and official Terms and Conditions for a detailed description of the rules and eligibility requirements governing participation. This offer is Void where prohibited by law.
Can anyone from any country/state play?
No, certain states and countries other than the United States are prohibited. Please refer to our Terms and Conditions for full details Go
How old do I need to be to play?
You must be at least 18 years of age and produce ID if requested.
I don't play poker, but I want to sign up because I am race fan, is that ok?
Of course you can join the club!! There are 2 levels, "Full Access" pass and a "Rookie" pass. A "Full Access" pass is a full club member who pays $20 per month to VLP Club and has access to all Club benefits and features.
Subscriptions
What are the different levels available?
There are 2 levels, "Full Access" pass and a "Rookie" pass.
A "Full Access" pass is a full club member who pays $20 per month to VLP Club and has access to all Club benefits and features.
A "Full Access" Club Member receives a member pack when they join the Club (VLP Club T-shirt, VLP Club cap, Hero card & Welcome letter). A "Full Access" Club Member has access to all software features to enhance their experience on the site and there will be exclusive club member only offers, e.g. invitations to meet drivers, members only tournaments (not involving points or prizes), all for a fixed fee of $20 per month.
A "Rookie" pass is for a free player. A free player can play on the site and enter tournaments and win the same prizes as "Full Access" Club Members, but has limited access to certain software features (not related to the chances of winning) and they will not receive any additional club benefits.
Can I upgrade from free player to club member?
If you are a "Rookie" Free Player you may upgrade your participation in VLP Club at any time (in order to become a "Full Access" Club Member) by accessing your account details (in the Edit Membership Status Screen) and selecting the "Full Access". Upon such upgrade, you will be billed immediately and become a "Full Access" Club Member and shall automatically be entitled to all of the subscription benefits offered by the "Full Access" level.
Why do you want my cell phone number?
We request cell phone numbers during registration so that we can keep VLP Club members up to date with current events, promotions.
What will be included in my "Full Access" pack?
A limited edition VLP Club T-shirt, VLP Club Hat, Hero Card (for autographs) and a welcome to the club letter will be included in your pack.
Member Packs
When will my new "Full Access" pack arrive?
We will collect the payment for your first months subscription in advance. After this time, we will process your new "Full Access" pack order. Please allow 8 - 10 weeks for your pack to arrive.
How will my new "Full Access" pack be shipped?
Your "Full Access" pack will arrive via UPS
Can I track my package?
Yes, once the package is shipped, automatic email notice will be sent to the email address (provided on your registration form) with the package tracking number. You will have to log onto www.ups.com and enter this tracking numbers to track the shipment.
Will a signature be required for the shipment?
A signature is required for the autographed prize merchandise only. New "Full Access" packets and non-autographed prize merchandise do not require a signature. UPS will not leave a package at the doorstep if a signature is required. If UPS is unable to deliver a package, that requires a signature, they will leave a notice at address that delivery has been attempted. Three delivery attempts will be made, after that it will return to shipper. Please note, we cannot ship to a PO Box.
Can I request a specific shirt size for my "Full Access" pack?
We currently send XL shirts in all "Full Access" packs. In the future, we may be able to send shirts based on the size you indicate when you register.
I would like to purchase a new "Full Access" pack, how do I do that?
The only way to get our exclusive VLP Club "Full Access" pack is to join!! One pack will be shipped for every "Full Access" club member (terms and conditions apply).
I joined as a free member and have not yet received my new "Full Access" pack?
Rookie participants (Free Players) do not receive the new member packet. This is an exclusive offer for official "Full Access" Club Members. Make it official, join now!
Software
What is a screen name?
Your screen name is your identity at the poker table. Choose wisely as this will be your ID at the table so make sure you pick a name you are comfortable with.
How do I change my screen name?
Players are advised not to change their screen names.
I use a dialup internet connection will this be ok?
While our site will work using a dial-up connection, we recommend using a high-speed connection like DSL or cable modem. Dial-up will work however please be aware that disconnect problems and latency issues are much more frequent when using this type of connection and may spoil your game play.
What do I have to download?
We have a Client application that you will download. Go
This install will verify that you have the required system to run the application, and will prompt you prior to upgrading anything on your system that is out of date. Once you have the Client installed, you will automatically be kept up-to-date with fixes.
I am having problems using the application in Vista?
Windows Vista users need to make the following changes to their settings:
1. Select the "Start" menu button
2. Select "Setting"
3. Open the "Control Panel"
4. Select "User Accounts and Family Safety"
5. Select "User Accounts"
6. Select "Turn User Account Control on or off"
7. Make sure the "Use User Account Control (UAC) to help protect your computer" check box is empty (disabled).
8. Select the OK button.
9. Close all windows and restart your machine.
Why can't I activate my account?
If you did not get an activation email after registering, you should check your junk mail filter for emails from support@vlpclub.net. You should also add support@vlpclub.net to your address book so that future emails are not blocked by junk mail and spam filters. It’s also possible that you registered without correctly typing in your email address. (common mistakes is for johndoe@aol.com to register as www.johndoe@aol.com or johndoe@aol or johndoe@com).
Your activation email is sent within one minute of your completing registration and emails to support are answered within one business day (generally sooner). If you are unable to find your activation email, send a message to support@vlpclub.net and our support team will help you.
What do I do if I need technical support?
If you are having difficulty getting our site to work for you or if you are getting error/warning messages, click here to submit a query to Customer Support. Please provide as much detail as possible: the precise nature of your problem, the wording of those error/warning messages (if applicable), the name of the tournament (if applicable), time/date (if applicable), the type of computer you use, the operating system (XP, Vista, etc), how you connect to the internet. The more information you provide, the quicker we’ll be able to assess your situation.
Why don't I receive emails from Customer Support?
Some email systems block our responses to you as spam while other systems place our responses to you in a bulk mail folder. We strive to answer our support mail within 24 hours; if you don’t hear back from us within 24 hours (sometimes up to 36 hours on weekends), check your spam filter and bulk mail folders to ensure our response wasn’t intercepted.
You should also add support@vlpclub.net to your address book so that future emails are not blocked by junk mail and spam filters.
Why doesn't Customer Support answer my emails?
Some email systems block our responses to you as spam while other systems place our responses to you in a bulk mail folder. We strive to answer our support mail within 24 hours; if you don’t hear back from us within 24 hours (sometimes up to 36 hours on weekends), check your spam filter and bulk mail folders to ensure our response wasn’t intercepted.
You should also add support@vlpclub.net to your address book so that future emails are not blocked by junk mail and spam filters.
LeaderBoard
What is the Leader Board?
The leader board can be accessed through the Poker Lobby and displays the ranking of each player displaying their screen name and bankroll in points for each period in our competition cycle.
How do I get my name on the Leader Board?
To get your name on the Leader Board, you need to start collecting race points. Go to "Get More Points" to get some today!
How do I qualify for weekly championship?
Each week a certain number of users will qualify for weekend tournaments. The more tournaments you play in, and the higher you rank in each tournament, the higher you will move in the Leader Board.
How often is the Leader Board updated?
The Leader Board may take up to 10 minutes to update.
How do I know where I rank?
By checking the leader board, you can check where you rank in the current week and in previous weeks against all other players during the competition cycle.
Race Points
How can I see how many points I have?
Your points balance is displayed at the top right hand corner of the Poker Table Window at all times next to your screen name. You can also check your race points by selecting the "Account" button within the application and then clicking on "Bankroll". Within this area you can select ""Details" from the current and previous weeks play.
How do I get race points?
Each day a user logs in, they will receive an additional 2,000 points. Users may also be awarded additional points through special offers on the website. Race Points have no Cash value.
What if I run out of points?
If you run out of points, you will no longer be able to play that day. However, if you login the next day, your account will be credited with points and you can begin playing with those points and go to "Get More Points" for additional race points. Race Points have no cash value.
I have logged in today and all my points have disappeared?
Each week ends on Sunday at 5:30AM. At that time, a maintenance process is run that lasts until approximately 5:31 AM on Sunday. During maintenance, all players points are reset to zero. This is so players all have an equal chance to start over each week to climb the weekly Leader Board.
I have referred a friend and I don't see my additional points in my weekly bankroll?
You must allow 24 hours after your friend has played their first hand of poker for the additional points to be added to your Weekly Bankroll.
Do the points I earn on Sunday count for the week that is about to end or the new week that is about to start?
It's important to understand that each week runs from Sunday morning to the following Sunday early morning. So, if you login and/or earn bonus points from surveys, the question of the day and other activities, timing is important.
Points earned after midnight on Saturday but prior to the start of the weekly maintenance period (Sunday morning) will be applied to the Leader Board that is finalized when maintenance begins that Sunday morning. If you login on Sunday after the maintenance period has finished, the points will count towards the new week's leader board as it has just begun. Thus you can earn double points on Sunday's! That means you can login at 2AM and get points for the week that is about to end and then log back in again at 10AM and get points for the new week. Any caps on login and bonus points are reset to zero after maintenance runs.
Note - There is only one question of the day for each calendar day.
What type of value do my points have?
Your race points have no cash value but can gain you entry to various tournaments where you can win cool prizes.
Are there any non-points related games?
Yes, there will be tournaments for "Full Access" Club Members that will not require points to enter, nor will they award any prizes.
What's the difference between Weekly & Lifetime points?
When playing a game you will either gain or lose points in your Bankroll. If you are a winner you will gain points and this will help you move up the Weekly Leader Board.
Weekly Points = Race Points player accumulates during each week of competition cycle
At the end of each week, the top players on the Leader Board will qualify for our Weekly Championship Tournament and a chance to win our top prize Go
Each week your Weekly Points are rolled over into Lifetime Points.
The Lifetime Leader board will allow you the opportunity to win different prizes and access to tournaments.
Lifetime Points = Race Points player accumulates during each week of competition cycle x 50% and added to previous weekly total.
These points will be retained in your bankroll for as long as your subscription remains active and your balance reduces as you redeem points to enter tournaments.
An account retains its lifetime points until the account is deleted from the database (meaning suspended or inactive accounts will retain their lifetime points and can be reactivated until the account is physically deleted). VLP Club may delete or retain suspended or inactive accounts from the database in its sole discretion.
Points are not transferrable to another player or subscription.
Prizes
What can I win?
Click Here to view current prizes
Can I buy any of the merchandise available?
VLP Club merchandise is not available for purchase at this time, but we may open an online store in the near future.
Can I exchange my prize or take a cash value?
We are sorry, VLP Club prizes are not redeemable for cash.
I won a merchandise tournament, when will I receive my prize?
Please allow 6 - 8 weeks for your prize to arrive. Once your package has shipped an automatic email notice will be sent to the email address (provided on your registration form) with the package tracking number. You will have to log onto www.ups.com and enter the tracking numbers to track shipment.
I won an autographed item, when will I receive my prize?
Please allow 6 - 8 weeks for your prize to arrive. A signature upon delivery will be required for any autographed prizes. Once your package has shipped an automatic email notice will be sent to the email address (provided on your registration form) with the package tracking number. You will have to log onto www.ups.com and enter the tracking numbers to track shipment. Please note, we cannot ship to a PO Box.
I won a points tournament, when do I get my points?
Race points are awarded immediately after the conclusion of the tournament in which they were won. If you feel that you have earned Poker Points and that you haven't received them, please contact customer service. The Leader Board is updated every ten minutes. So, if you have more points in your account than what you see on the Leader Board, please wait ten minutes for the Leader Board to update. Please note, we cannot ship to a PO Box.
Where will my items be shipped to?
All items will be shipped to the address entered during your registration process. Prizes will not be shipped to jurisdictions in which participation is prohibited.
I want my prize shipped to a different address, who should I contact?
Sorry, we can only ship to the address entered during the registration period. If you have moved recently, please be sure to update your account details by contacting our customer service team by completing the support form through the software.
What size are the VLP Club jackets and hoodies?
At this time, all merchandise prizes are an X-Large in size.
I won the weekly championship tournament and have won VIP race tickets, what do I get?
You and a guest have won a VIP spot in the exclusive Victory Lane Players Chalet. This prize does not cover travel expenses. See Official Rules for further details.
I won the Dale Jarrett Racing Adventure. What do I do now?
Please allow 2 – 3 weeks for gift certificate delivery. This certificate is valid for the 30-lap Happy Hour package. Please visit www.racingadventure.com to view the track schedule and make your reservation. You must contact Dale Jarrett Racing Adventure directly to reserve your spot at the track of your choice.
Payment Info
Which cards do you accept for subscriptions and how often will you take payments?
Currently, we accept Visa, Mastercard and Discover. We will charge your card monthly.
Do I have to give my credit card details each month?
No, once we have your details on file you do not need to take further action until your card expires.
How do I cancel my account?
At present please contact our Customer Service team to cancel your account, this feature will be updated to allow online account cancellations in the near future.
System Requirements
What are the Minimum System Requirements?
- A PC Running Windows XP/2000+
- CPU with 533Mhz processor or higher
- 256MB memory (you may be able to login with less but access may be compromised or later denied)
- Internet Access using Internet Explorer 6.0+ (Note we do not currently support AOL's browser or Mozilla - Please use the Internet Explorer browser that is provided as part of your standard Windows Operating System)
- Microsoft .NET 2.0 Framework
- Flash 9.0 player.
- 4 Meg Free Disk Space (size of our Client)
- Sound card recommended but not required
- If you are behind a firewall, the settings must allow access to our Poker Servers
Are there any known installation issues?
If your systems does not have Microsoft’s .NET 2.0 Framework installed on it, our installer will detect this and prompt you to install it automatically. You must do this to use the software. If you have Anti-Virus/Security software running on your machine such as Norton (Symantec) protection software it may prompt you to allow or disallow the install of the .NET 2.0 framework, select "Always Allow".
Is there a version for a Mac?
No, sorry not right now. However if your Mac runs Windows Operating System you can play poker at VLP Club by installing all the necessary updates (eg adobe flash player, Net 2.0 see the download page for instructions) or contact customer service support@vlpclub.net
Login Upon launch, the client application checks for any updates. During this time you will see a status bar on your machine until the update completes.
Login Errors?
If you do not have a connection to our systems, then a dialog box appears when you launch the client that states that the client can not connect to our poker servers. The client will continually attempt to reconnect until you exit the login.
I am in a tournament but my hands keep getting folded, what should I do?
In the game table, click on "Info & Settings" and uncheck the following option "Post & Fold".
Who do I contact for help?
Please email any comments or queries you may have to our customer service team, by completing the support form through the software.
I have forgotten my e-mail address or password, how can I log back in?
At the application login screen, select "Forgot Password?" this will then prompt you to enter your account email address and your date of birth. If you have forgotten your email address, select "Customer Service" from this screen and a member of our support team will get back to you as soon as possible.
I need to change my Billing account address, how can I do this?
Once you have logged into VLP Club Software, you can select the Account tab to the right of the golden colored bar. Then select button Billing Info. Select it and enter your new information in the dialog box that appears, then select save.
Connection Status Icon & Message?
There is an icon on the Poker table that appears as two small computers. Their screens are green when you have a valid connection to our servers, yellow when the connection is failing, and red when terminated. A text message also appears when your connection status changes.
Can I choose my own avatar?
Only "Full Access" Club Members can change their avatar. To change Avatars, VLP club members should login to the application and click on "Account", now select "My Avatar" and select a category from General, Male or Female. Once you have selected your chosen avatar, click on the avatar and click on "Set".
I need to change my account address, how can I do this?
If you have moved recently, please update your account details by contacting our customer service team by completing the support form through the software.
Register to Play
How do I register for a tournament?
Within the poker lobby, click on "Tournaments" button and then click on "TX Hold'em". This will display a list of the Tournaments available to play in and to enter into any of these simply click on the "Register" button alongside the tournament selected. If you find out you can't play after registration, you can "Unregister" for tournament - up to 6 minutes before the tournament starts.
Why can't I register for a tournament?
Each tournament has entry conditions. To register for a tournament, you must have enough Race Points for that specific tournament. If you click on a tournament, the Tournament Details section of the screen will tell you if Race Points are needed for entry. In addition, some tournaments may require that you qualify by placing on the weekly Leader Board, winning a qualifying tournament, etc. You will only be able to register for open tournaments and those tournaments that you qualify for.
Which time zone governs game play?
You should see an Official Tournament Clock when you are logged into the Poker Application. It is based on Eastern Time in the United States. All starting times are US Eastern time zone.
I have qualified to play in an event, but the application will not let me register?
You must wait for the registration period to open. Go to the tournament registration page and see when registration opens. If the registration period is open, you should register for any tournament that you qualify for. Contact Customer Service if you need further assistance.
I am unable to play in the tournament I qualified for, can I transfer my qualification to another tournament?
No - The Leader Board qualifications are only available for the specific week. Qualifications may be non-transferable (see official rules) and cannot be used for a future tournament. If you qualify for the Championship, but are unable to play, your qualification will be null and void.
Why do the rules say a certain number of players will qualify for a tournament while the tournament tab shows more people will be invited?
The Official Rules and How To Win sections will clearly state what the rules are to qualify for a particular tournament (for example the top 100 players on the Leader Board qualify for a certain event). If you go to the Tournament Lobby, you may see more openings (i.e. 0/200 openings). These additional slots are reserved only in the case of a tie for the final qualifying spot. (i.e. if ten people were tied on the Leader Board in the 100th spot, 109 people would be invited to the tournament).
What happens if I am disconnected or if a tournament is cancelled?
BY PLAYING ON THIS SITE, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU MAY BE DISCONNECTED FROM A TOURNAMENT BECAUSE OF A LOSS OF INTERNET CONNECTIVITY OR FOR REASONS BEYOND YOUR CONTROL THAT MAY, AMONG OTHER THINGS, LEAD TO A LOSS OF YOUR POINT ENTRY.
YOU MAY BE IN THE PROCESS OF WINNING A LARGE POT IN A CHAMPIONSHIP EVENT WHEN A TOURNAMENT IS CANCELLED ONLY TO HAVE THAT TOURNAMENT RESUME WITH AN EARLIER CHIP COUNT OR EVEN RESTART FROM THE BEGINNING.
YOU ALSO ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU MAY BE INVOLVED IN A TOURNAMENT WHERE YOU ARE THE CLEAR CHIP LEADER AND RECEIVE THE SAME REFUND AS A PLAYER WITH MANY FEWER CHIPS. WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO USE ANY MEANS TO RESOLVE CANCELLED TOURNAMENTS. HOWEVER, THE BELOW IS OUR GUIDING POLICY.
Every player is susceptible to being disconnected. Unless the disconnection impacts a majority of our players, there will be no point refunds for any reason. If we cancel a tournament that has already started because of technical issues on our end, we intend to generally apply the following procedure:
- For Weekend Qualifiers, Championships and other Qualifying or Prize tournaments as determined by our tournament director: the tournament will be rescheduled and play will resume based on the last saved chip count. We will attempt to reschedule the tournament within one hour. If that is not possible, we will email all remaining players within one hour with a new date and time for the tournament restart. If the tournament did not start properly and the tournament director determines that the partial results are not valid, the tournament will be restarted from the beginning and all players that qualified for the tournament will be invited to the restart.
- For All Other Multi-table Tournaments: if more than 25% of the players remain in the tournament, all remaining players will be returned twice their initial point buy-in. If less than 25% of the players remain, the total buy-in of all the players will be split equally among the players that remain.
- For Single Table Tournaments: the total buy-in of the ten registered players will be divided equally among the remaining players regardless of chip count.
- If a tournament has to be rescheduled and you are unavailable, you will forfeit the point entry unless you cancel registration for the tournament in advance.
How can I check if I qualified?
Click on the My Account button at the top Menu Bar. Scroll down to the My Bankroll Section. You will see your current qualification status (subject to change as you and other players move up and down the Leader Board). You can also click on the Leader Board in the Poker Lobby. You will see your rank for the current week. If you are unsure if you qualified for a tournament, try registering for it. You will only be allowed to register if you qualify.
What is a Single Table Tournament?
Single-Table tournaments have a set number of players where all players begin with an equal number of chips. Players at this single table compete for one another's chips as the stakes (blinds) increase incrementally. Players are knocked out of the tournament as their opponents win their chips. The eventual winner is the last player at the table with all the chips. The prize pool will be the total points of your entry multiplied by ten players (i.e. 500 points for a 50 point entry tournament). 50% of the points awarded go to first place, 30% to second and 20% to third.
What is a Multi Table Tournament?
In a Multi-Table tournament, there can be multiple tables of players to a maximum of 10 players per table. Each player starts with an equal number of chips. Players at several tables compete for one another's chips as the stakes (blinds) increase incrementally. Players are knocked out of the tournament as their opponents win their chips while remaining players are re-assigned seats to keep tables full. This collapsing of tables continues until the last surviving players with chips remain at a final table. The eventual winner is the last player at the table with all the chips. The prize pool will be the total points of your entry multiplied by the total number of players in the tournament. This prize pool is then distributed based on the prize payout table that can be accessed from the tournament lobby. In addition to winning points which help you move up the Leader Board, remember that cash and/or prizes are awarded to players in some tournaments.
How can I see who won and where I was placed in a tournament?
After a tournament is over, you can go to the tournament lobby and click on the tournament standings button. You will then be able to see where you finished and what prize you won. Prizes are generally shipped within 6 - 8 weeks to the address that we have on file for your account at the time you won the prize. You will be contacted if you need to fill out an eligibility form in order to claim your prize. Otherwise, you do not need to do anything. If you win a grand prize, you may not be eligible to win additional prizes. If you win qualification into a Championship, you are not eligible to win additional qualifications. Otherwise, you are eligible to continue playing in other tournaments and you are eligible to win additional prizes.
Which hand wins?
See our "Learn to Play" page for a complete list of poker hand rankings and rules on how to play texas Hold'em.
What are the chat rules?
When using the chat feature, players should always be polite when dealing with one another. Threats, obscenities and racial slurs are not only against our policies, but they are illegal in many jurisdictions. We reserve the right to temporarily or permanently ban an account for any inappropriate comments.
How can I find out when tournaments are scheduled?
You can check which Tournaments are scheduled by logging into the application and selecting "Tournaments", this will display a list of up and coming Tournaments.
Are there any breaks during tournament play?
Yes, after 55 minutes of play the software will break for a total of 5 minutes and then game play will resume once this time is up.
How can I see what happened in the last hand?
Within the poker table, click on "Info & Settings" and selecting "Hand History", you will only be able to view the information after the first round has been completed.
Can I observe a tournament that I am not registered to play in?
Yes, you can watch this on VLP Club Poker TV if you are a "Full Access" Club Member. Go to Community and select Poker TV tab, then select game to observe.
Can I continue observing a tournament that I was playing in after I am knocked out?
Yes, follow the prompts after you are knocked out of the game you are playing. You will need to wait a few minutes to allow this facility to build through the software, then you will be able to watch the game as you do on TV, with all cards showing.
Are you going to run any "live" tournaments? Yes, we will be running live tournaments in the future, we will advise all participants and post an item in the newsroom as soon as this is available.
I don't understand how tournaments work?
Go to the "Community" tab and select "Learn to Play", there are detailed instructions which include Mechanics of the Game, Tournament Types, Why we use race points, Hand Rankings & Poker Terms.
How do I know how many points I need to enter a tournament?
At the Tournament schedule screen the points rate for each Tournament is displayed alongside the Tournament Name.
I lost my connection while I was at a table. How do get back to that table after I’ve logged back on to the site?
Once you get back to the site, toward the right side of the screen you'll see the words Active Tables. If there's a number there click that number to get back to your table. If there's no number there, the table is completed. View example on screen Go
Where can I find an explanation of poker terms?
Go to the "Community" tab and select "Learn to Play", there are detailed instructions which include Poker Terms at the end.
Drivers
How often will the drivers be playing at VLP Club?
All six of the VLP Club drivers intend to play one hour each week during the race season.
Can I chat with the drivers when they are playing online?
Yes, if you are placed at a seat on a table with a driver during our weekly tournaments. Alternatively, if you are a "Full Access" Club member you can watch the tournament via VLP Club Poker TV and watch the game and chat with other race fans.
Can I observe a tournament that a driver is playing in?
Yes, if you are a "Full Access" Club member you can watch this on VLP Club Poker TV. Go to Community and select Poker TV tab, then select game to observe.
Which drivers are currently playing in tournaments?
All six of the VLP Club drivers intend to play one hour each week during the race season. The VLP Club drivers currently are, Dale Jarrett, Elliott Sadler, Kasey Kahne, Tony Stewart, Jamie McMurray and Dale Earnhardt, Jr.
Will there be more drivers joining in the future?
You never know, we are always thinking of ways to make VLP Club more exciting!
How can I qualify to play in a tournament with any of the drivers?
There will be special tournaments that include the ability to earn entry into tournaments that will include one, or more, drivers. Check the Poker Lobby, VIP Club Content or News pages for details.
How do I know when the drivers will be playing?
If you are a "Full Access" Club Member you will receive advance notice when the drivers are playing in a tournament, so you can register early to take part. There will also be updates for "Full Access" Club Members on the VIP Club content pages.
How can I get an autograph from one of the drivers?
There are specific tournaments for VLP Club autographed merchandise. If you are looking for a specific driver’s autograph, please visit their personal website. Most sites have an area for autograph requests.
How can I meet the drivers?
The "Full Access" Club Members will be given the opportunity to attend special events we will be running, where you will get a chance to meet the drivers. We currently do not have any events scheduled, but will be adding some soon!
VLP Club Code of Conduct
VLP Club management will attempt to maintain a pleasant, fun and safe environment for all our members, but is not responsible for the conduct of any individual or group of players. We have established this code of conduct, and may deny the use of our poker table or community chat rooms to anyone who violates it.
Language, Offensive Behavior & Reporting
To make VLP Club fun and safe for all our members, abusive and obscene language is not permitted in the VLP Club chat rooms or at the poker tables. Players who insist on using offensive language will have their chat blocked. For the sake of clarity, the following are barred in the VLP Club chat rooms and at the tables:
- Any communication that is intended to harass, belittle, humiliate, threaten or cause embarrassment to a fellow member.
- Material that contains vulgar, obscene or indecent language or images.
- Material that defames, abuses or threatens others.
- Statements that are bigoted, hateful or racially offensive.
- Material that advocates illegal activity or discusses illegal activities with the intent to commit them.
To report chat violations in the Community Chat rooms or at the poker tables use the Report Profanity link. Be sure to include the name of the chat room, the time of the offense, the exact nature of the offense and the screen name of the person committing the offense.
All claims will be thoroughly investigated; VLP Club management reserves the right to determine a course of action appropriate to the offense; all decisions are binding.
Respect at the Tables & Community Chat Rooms
Every player deserves the right to be treated equally at the tables and in the chat rooms with no discrimination. Friendly banter is a large part of poker and it essential that this remains as banter and does not go further than this. To report abusive behavior or language at the poker tables or chat room, use the Report Profanity link. Be sure to provide as much information as possible.
Poker Etiquette
The following actions are improper and are grounds for warning, suspending, or barring a violator:
• Revealing the contents of a live hand in a multi-handed pot before the betting is complete. Do not divulge the contents of a hand during a deal even to someone not in the pot, so you do not leave any possibility of the information being transmitted to an active player.
• Needlessly stalling the action of a game.
• Making statements or taking action that could unfairly influence the course of play, whether or not the offender is involved in the pot.
Collusion
Collusion is a form of cheating in which two or more players signal their holdings or otherwise form a cheating partnership to the detriment of the other players at the same table.
While on one hand it is easier to pass information between colluding players in online poker than it is in brick & mortar rooms, it is much more difficult to avoid eventual detection as the cards for all players can be examined after the play.
No matter how sophisticated the collusion is, it must involve a play of a hand that would not be played that way without collusion. Our detection methods are aimed to catch unusual play patterns and warn the security personnel, who will then make a thorough manual investigation. We will also investigate all players' reports about suspected collusion.
If any player is found to be participating in any form of collusion his or her account may be permanently closed.
Additional information See our Terms and Conditions - Section 9 (c)
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What other games can I play?
Currently you can only play Poker "Texas Hold'Em" at VLP Club but there will be more games to follow, keep checking VLP Club News for updates.
I'm not a very good player, do you have any tips on playing?
Yes, go to the "new player" tab this has all the info you need to get started. Tips for playing, navigating the poker software and the poker room.
How do I access the poker lobby?
To access the Poker Lobby, simply log into the VLP Club application which was installed during the registration process, a shortcut was added to your programs list and your desktop. Login to the application using the email address and password you supplied during registration and you will then be taken to the Poker Lobby.
