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Billy Martin's to Deal Out New Poker Apparel Line
Published: 2006-03-01
 LOS ANGELES, CA -- (MARKET WIRE) -- 03/01/2006 -- "We're going 'all in,'" said Doug Newton, CEO of Billy Martin's USA, Inc. (OTC: BLYM), the 27-year-old brand, known for its upscale apparel and accessory products with a western-flair.
"In fact, we're betting heavy on a new line of western-inspired 'poker' related apparel and accessory products designed to light up the night and win the morning-after every time!
"Our first ace in the hole is our product spokesman, Victor Goulding, one of the most colorful and respected players on the national poker circuit, and an entrant in this year's World Series tournament held in Las Vegas in July.
"As sly and steady a player as Wild Bill Hickok ever was, Victor brings a wealth of experience, class, humor and skill to the table. Last year, ESPN named him one of the '10 Greatest Moments' in World Series play.
"Plus, this year he will be decked out in an awesome line-up of Billy Martin's duds, including a western style poker shirt, stunning gold poker bracelet, pointy toe cowboy boots, and a to-die for velvet three-pocket vest that would do Hickok proud."
Newton said, "Even more exciting details about the new line will be announced soon."
Goulding added, "You could have at least mentioned that I'm 92 years young! Now deal."
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Billy Martin's USA, Inc. is not a reporting company registered under the Securities Act of 1934. Shares of its stock trade on the Pink Sheets under the symbol BLYM.
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Poker, Texas Hold'Em continue campus popularity
Published: 2006-03-01
 Online gambling attracts some students, others steer clear of potential losses
by Nicki Vanhoever
March 01, 2006
Last year a gambling craze swept across campus and this year it has yet to die down. Students are still putting their assets on the line, whether it be money, food or other minor possessions.
The most common way to play seems to be a simple poker night and Texas Hold'Em is the game of choice. These games usually consist of a $5 buy-in, but sometimes the stakes get higher.
A new way to gamble has hit the scene and a few have jumped in on the fun. Online poker is no longer just for practice. There are now Web sites where one can set up an account and play for cash.
All a person has to do is download a program and put some money into an online account. The site automatically keeps track of your wins and losses.
Cashing out can be done anytime by requesting payment through the account.
Junior John Hook has found enjoyment in participating in this online game. He and a few friends at Alpha Tau Omega have taken advantage of playing against people they have never met.
"It's fun taking money from people you don't know," Hook said.
Hook is like many male college students across the country. According to a 2005 survey from the University of Pennsylvania Annenberg Public Policy Center, 26 percent of college men gamble in online card games at least once a month.
Hook and his friends have been successful so far in their gambling endeavors and have made more than they have lost.
"Me and Jordan do pretty good," Hook said.
However, like real poker, they don't always win. There's a good chance of losing money with these online accounts.
"Sometimes it sucks because you can lose a ton of money," Hook said.
Other members of Alpha Tau Omega don't understand why their brothers would want to take part in online gambling.
"It's a big waste of time because people who do it are big nerds and they have no life," sophomore Aric Riedemann said.
Most students try to stay away from the online aspect of gambling because it can be very addictive. It seems many students just don't have the money to support a gambling account.
"I don't trust myself, I'd get addicted," sophomore Brian Damman said.
Other students find it more entertaining to gamble every once in awhile. The stakes are much lower when it's not something that's done on a regular basis.
"It's easier to sit down and bet five dollars every once in a while," freshman Heidi Heil said. "I'd probably get addicted to it like I am to other online games, like Snood."
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