The Top 5 Mistakes Even Solid Spin & Go Players Make

July 16, 2025

02 min read

You’re studying. You’re grinding. You’re profitable.

But you’re also stuck.

The truth is, even solid Spin & Go players hit invisible walls — and often, it’s the same 5 mistakes holding them back from that next level.

Let’s break them down.

❌ Mistake #1: Playing too close to GTO

GTO is a powerful framework — but trying to mimic it in a vacuum can leave you printing less than you should.

Fix: Learn when to exploit player pool leaks instead of defaulting to solver lines. GTO is the baseline — not the ceiling.

❌ Mistake #2: Playing too passive at shallow stacks

At 10bb and under, many otherwise solid players tighten up too much. They miss profitable jams, play scared, and fold too often vs aggressive regs who are pushing the envelope.

Fix: You need to know which hands print as shoves at these depths — especially in BTN and SB vs BB spots. Study these ranges intentionally and learn how to punish aggro regs, not just survive them.

❌ Mistake #3: Misplaying heads-up dynamics

Many players focus too much on 3-handed play, but heads-up makes up a huge chunk of your long-term EV.

Fix: Invest in your HU game. Learn the right ranges, simplify your strategy, and know when to shift gears against regs vs recs.

❌ Mistake #4: Skipping post-session reviews

Even sharp players fall into “autopilot” mode and don’t check their sessions.

Fix: Review. Track patterns. Use HH reviews and database tools like PT4 or Hand2Note. Find your blind spots.

❌ Mistake #5: Failing to adjust vs recreationals

Many solid players have great theory but play too balanced vs weak opponents — missing huge exploit opportunities.

Fix: Stop playing “perfect” and start playing profitable. Learn to recognize passive lines, weird sizings, and timing tells — then punish them.
Work with a coach who knows how to exploit recreationals in practice — like the experienced crushers at Team 651.