Matt Colletta

Writing for Upswing since 2015

I’m Matt “Checkmate” Colletta. I’ve been playing poker professionally since about 2004.

As one of the poker pros on UpswingPoker.com, my goal here is to help transform at least one hobbyist poker player into a self made millionaire.

Articles by Matt Colletta

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Video of Doug Beatboxing!

Poker News & History

Help Save Tom Dwan!

Poker Strategy

What Separates Good Poker Players From the Best (Explained by Doug Polk)

New California Online Poker Bill Introduced

New York To Pass iGaming Bill?

Russian Poker… It’s Back(?)

Poker Players

Women In Poker Hall of Fame Accepting Nominees for 2016

Poker Strategy

How To Use Your Opponent’s Ego Against Them

Poker Strategy

5 Reasons to SHUT Your Big Mouth

Poker Strategy

How to Listen for Keywords That Reveal Your Opponent’s Leaks

Poker Strategy

How To Think About Poker Ranges Like a Pro

Poker Strategy

Other Strategy Games Make Your Poker Game Stronger

Poker Strategy

How to Play Your Big Blind vs a Small Blind Open

Poker Strategy

4 Rules for Betting the Flop