Disappointing news from the Fitz.

dacman

yeah good luck luke. one of the best

opr

FFS the man hasn't died if anyone should be wished gl from now on its the Fitz cause Luke does not need it. The man is the best in the business at what he does.

Opr

phantom_lord

disappointed to hear that, i agree with everything that been said so far. i don't think there's any doubt that he'll have huge success with whatever he decides to do next.

mewso

Sorry to hear this and best of luck Luke. We've been singing your praises for 4 years here. Ah the memories.

NickyOD

Luke is the reason why I always go to the Fitz to play when I'm in Dublin. He's basically like an insurance policy. I know when I'm there I have nothing to worry about because things will be taken care of in the right way and there's nowhere more important than that feeling than in a poker room and there's no other poker room where I have that sense of relief. In every other poker room in Ireland there is something about the place either big or small that annoys me. I'll probably still go to the Fitz but it just wont be the same and I'm defintely more likely to venture elsewhere in the future.

All the best to Luke.

The Snapper

Jesus, thats a shock.

Absolutely phenomenal man. As good at his job as I've ever seen in any job imho.

Best of luck wherever you move on to, and I hope very much its in the poker world.

Ollieboy

The best of luck Luke, hope are paths cross soon again. The best cardroom boss in the business.

Ollie

Flushdraw

Luke is a huge loss to the Fitz. I'm pretty sure he will go on to bigger and better pastures. You could always be sure that if there was any dispute, Luke would make the right decision and not one person would dare argue with him.

He was also the life and soul of the blind omaha madness and ran those bigevents like no-one else can. he will be surely missed but this definetly isnt the last we heard of Luke. Thanks for all the memories and best of luck

Tony

Hitman Actual

DeVore wrote:

Luke is one of, if not the finest cardroom managers in Europe.

I absolutely agree with this; it's no exaggeration to say that Luke is the best in Europe. The Fitz won't be half the place it was without him. I remember walking into the Fitz for the first time when it was only opened a few weeks, Luke was dealing a cash game but left it to give me a tour of the casino. He has a talent for putting people at ease that few other people have. I was a regular in the Merrion at that time, but I never went back after that first night in the Fitz.

The very best of luck to Luke, and I hope he's not finished with the Dublin poker scene (although I very much doubt it).

Derek Murray.

PS: What's going to happen with his legendary final table speech? It would be a shame not to hear that again.

Goodluck2me

i think all this Thanks for the memories is a little funny as OPR said he isnt dead or anything! he`s a great guy im sure he will land on the fitz but ive a feeling it could be something like Fitz RIP etc... he was the main reason i played there. im sure the same can be said for others.

DeVore

He's not dead and the world wont stop but for a lot of people Luke and the Fitz were a combination that broke in a new generation of players. Whats being opined here is that that combination is dead and we are the poorer for it as a community. A sentiment I agree with.

On the other hand, the only constant is change. The Merrion was the home of poker before the Fitz. Before that it was the Jackpot (now reopened). Perhaps the next chapter is about to start, who knows. (I don't so please don't sms me asking me for inside info ).

DeV.

bohsman

Yea, thats the death of the Fitz alright, cant say Im too unhappy about that.

MadsL

Wishing Luke well, whatever he turns his hand to next. There's always a job for a man of Luke's talent and character. Luke taught me to deal, gave me a job (twice!) and congratulated me heartily when I made those rare trips to the cash desk at the end of a tourney.

Watching his effortless dealing with players, dealers, chips, rulings, waitlists, payouts, drunks, waitresses, and all the madness that is a busy night at the Fitz all I can say is I am still in awe of this man's talent and energy to keep all that happening and still have time to speak to each punter personally.

He's the man.

5pin5

best of luck luke.you allways made me very welcome and i felt at home playing when you were there i will miss you around but i am sure you will be back bigger and better than ever all the best eamonn

ntlbell

pud n custard

beans on toast

horse and carriage

chip and a chair...


It just won't be the same..


Good Luck in the future Luke.

smurph

No more "jack dolan banana, mickey the barbar, thunder storming great" !!!!!

Although im sure i'll hear it somewhere soon........

bottom feeder

I'd just like to reaffirm what everyone else has already pointed out - best of luck LUKE.... its their loss

MickL

a new wooping street great jack dolan banana jonny cullens hill caledon road first avenue second avenue micky the barber knockters maries new car michelle smith las vegas andy black Vernon THUNDERSTORMING GREAT

Four-Too

Sorry to hear you've left. You did a great job, and the final table speech is the stuff of legends - always looked forward to it. mccool

sendic

best of luck for the future, luke

john s

cardshark202

I can't see myself going to the fitz much without Luke there. I hope he opens up a new place. Poker in Ireland won't be the same until he does. Best of luck Luke.

Reggie

annabens

Luke, It's a very sad time for all the poker players at the Fitzwilliam to hear of your departure. You were an inspiration to everyone. The club will never be the same without you. You will have my support in whatever you do and i hope it
will be to open your own club. Good luck in the future and thanks for all your
help and support over the years. Irene

Dub13

I cant add much that has not been said already,I hope it work's out for him you cant keep a good man down.

I would be one of the new generation of players Luke 'broke in' and I have to say he made the whole casino experience a lot less intimation for a new player.This is a invaluable characteristic for a card room manager and something you just cant teach IMO.

kinaldo

Sorry to hear this. Luke is by far the best in the business. I can't imagine the Fitz without his presence, pink shirt and all.

Best of luck, Luke!

Britney (sic)

kpnuts

annabens wrote:

Luke, It's a very sad time for all the poker players at the Fitzwilliam to hear of your departure. You were an inspiration to everyone. The club will never be the same without you. You will have my support in whatever you do and i hope it
will be to open your own club. Good luck in the future and thanks for all your
help and support over the years. Irene

Hear Hear to Irene's maiden post.

Just to add, it sure won't be the same leading for a Chinese dentist (€230, think about it!) when you're not around, Luke.

All the best mate,

KP

Cuban Son

MickL wrote:

a new wooping street great, jack dolan banana, jonny cullens hill, caledon road, first avenue, second avenue, micky the barber, knockters maries new car michelle smith las vegas andy black Vernon THUNDERSTORMING GREAT

See, not even his protégé can come close.:D

A new whopping street great, Jack Dolan Banana, Johnny Cullens Hill, Caledon road, first avenue, second avenue, Nicky the barber, Eastwoods, knockters Maries new car, Michelle Smith, Pat Crowe, Andy Black, Vernon, Las Vegas THUNDERSTORMING GREAT.........

And he always ended it with........Thank you all for your support and hope to see you again soon.

There's irony there I think.

kpnuts wrote:

Chinese dentist (€230, think about it!)

Spoiler: tooth hurty

I'd just like to wish Luke all the best too. I've worked with him for the last year and not only is he the best at what he does, he's a gentleman.
Good luck.

White Knight

maybe it should be extended ....

Cuban Son wrote:

A new whopping street great, Jack Dolan Banana, Johnny Cullens Hill, Caledon road, first avenue, second avenue, Nicky the barber, Eastwoods, knockters Maries new car, Michelle Smith, Pat Crowe, Andy Black, Vernon, Las Vegas Luke Ivory THUNDERSTORMING GREAT.........

vendor

cardshark 202 has the right idea vote with your feet people.

Middlefinger

I had to post here when I heard the very bads news yesterday.....(so 'cuse the mortaler I'm comitting here)

The Fitz without Luke
Is like United without Keano, Podge without Rodge, The Chief without K8 offsuit, the general without Ssesss, Player X without an insult, mustard without a grimace, Nicnic without cards (well maybe not) , Devore without shortstack (get a room lads) and boards.ie without the low content that actually makes the place worth a visit.....

Luke let us know where you are taking us to play poker next. I'm going to boycott (just)this weeks scalps as a small protest (my fav game)

Before I'm sent packing, good luck to all the Irish going to Vegas this year, I'll be cheering you on.


LUKE for TAOISEACH!



Rgds

Willie (Solksjaer) Clynes...Ssssshhhhhh I'm off before Lafort gets here to take a machete to my IP address.

smurph

Middlefinger wrote:

I had to post here when I heard the very bads news yesterday.....(so 'cuse the mortaler I'm comitting here)

The Fitz without Luke
Is like United without Keano, Podge without Rodge, The Chief without K8 offsuit, the general without Ssesss, Player X without an insult, mustard without a grimace, Nicnic without cards (well maybe not) , Devore without shortstack (get a room lads) and boards.ie without the low content that actually makes the place worth a visit.....

Luke let us know where you are taking us to play poker next. I'm going to boycott (just)this weeks scalps as a small protest (my fav game)

Before I'm sent packing, good luck to all the Irish going to Vegas this year, I'll be cheering you on.


LUKE for TAOISEACH!



Rgds

Willie (Solksjaer) Clynes...Ssssshhhhhh I'm off before Lafort gets here to take a machete to my IP address.

Love your alias