As the casinos begin to open, there will be changes in how we will act and throw at the craps tables.  As a result Rose and Doc have a couple of ideas we wish to share with everyone on how to get prepared for what we will experience at the craps table.  We have seen some emails, yahoo pop ups and other sources concerning what we might expect.  Here are a couple of ideas we are trying to incorporate into our practice routines:

1.  Since we do have social distancing (generally 6 feet)–SL1 may not be open, so we are beginning to practice at our table at SL1 & 1/2 and SL2 (or if you’re shooting from Stick right make the adjustment by being a little further away from the stick).  If you use a practice rig to practice, move the throwing station 18 to 20 inches further out.  You do need to get used to throwing a little further.  (Remember all you need to do is increase your back swing a very small amount and reach as you come forward through your target.) 

2.  Using a mask when at the craps table.  We find that a mask is a little uncomfortable and bothersome and as well as a little more difficult to breath.  We have been practicing with a mask for the past couple of days and the results in the beginning were not our best results, but as we practice with a mask and get used to the darn masks, our results have improved.  Don’t like the masks, but they do provide a very important protection.  

3.  Get a pair of thin rubber gloves.  Here is how we plan to use the gloves.  When not the shooter wear both gloves.  However when it is your turn with the dice, take off the glove on the throwing hand, so you will have good contact with the dice and you know that your grip is correct–it is our understanding that the dice will be sanitized between throwers.  You may want to take off the glove on the throwing hand while the player ahead of you is throwing so you will not bring too much attention to yourself as your turn approaches.  As your turn progresses, do all of the placing of your chips on the table with your gloved non-throwing hand –it is our understanding that the chips will not be sanitized very often.  Once your turn is complete, head to the bathroom, wash your hands or at the very least put hand sanitizer on your throwing hand. 

We are sure that others will have some similar ideas as well as experiences at the tables so please do share them with all the members of this board.

We can’t wait for the August class.  It is our hope that this class well be held and we can get back in our GTC routine.  Look forward to seeing every one soon.

Take care and be safe.

Rose and Doc  

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