SKYBOOK is closing?

**TheBeautifulGame** · 08-20-09, 10:32 AM

I assume they will pay all the players that have funds there.

**Cferrat** · 08-20-09, 10:35 AM

Originally posted by TheBeautifulGame

I assume they will pay all the players that have funds there.

I certainly hope so!!!

**JoshW** · 08-20-09, 10:45 AM

So what is this source Cferrat? Are you in CR as well?

Weird they would offer such a big bonus, if they were just going to close down. I don't know their overhead situation, but given their ability to advertise cheap someplaces, doesn't seem too likely.

Also, I have very little doubt that they would pay if they closed up.

**Bluehorseshoe** · 08-20-09, 10:47 AM

I wouldn't be surprised. They really screwed it up the last year.

**kmarinouofm** · 08-20-09, 11:13 AM

there just isn't anything sexy about this book.. to many books just like it out there .. they don't offer any really good lines

**Cferrat** · 08-20-09, 11:21 AM

Originally posted by JoshW

So what is this source Cferrat? Are you in CR as well?

Weird they would offer such a big bonus, if they were just going to close down. I don't know their overhead situation, but given their ability to advertise cheap someplaces, doesn't seem too likely.

Also, I have very little doubt that they would pay if they closed up.

The person that mentioned it to me was asking for work, been there for a few years.

**katstale** · 08-20-09, 11:24 AM

Sorry to see this if true, BUT I predicted this over a year ago in several threads. Their model made absolutely no sense at all.

Nice folks and I am sure the few remaining north american players will be paid.

2 to 3 years ago was a must have book. So long Mike and good luck!!

**tltaylor89** · 08-20-09, 11:46 AM

Roger Federer losing his touch

Is it me or has Fed been sucking lately to the worst opponents ever.Maybe hes peaked.Hes currently losing to (David Ferrer) of all people.All of you who layed 1250 tisk tisk tisk

**Cferrat** · 08-20-09, 11:51 AM

Originally posted by JoshW

So what is this source Cferrat? Are you in CR as well?

Weird they would offer such a big bonus, if they were just going to close down. I don't know their overhead situation, but given their ability to advertise cheap someplaces, doesn't seem too likely.

Also, I have very little doubt that they would pay if they closed up.

Now remember that a few years back they said that CRIS was closing so I wouldn't worry they are probably business as usual........

**Cferrat** · 08-20-09, 11:54 AM

Originally posted by katstale

Sorry to see this if true, BUT I predicted this over a year ago in several threads. Their model made absolutely no sense at all.

Nice folks and I am sure the few remaining north american players will be paid.

2 to 3 years ago was a must have book. So long Mike and good luck!!

It makes no sense that they would close at the begining of Football...so we'll see, I hope that they make it alright

**Skybook Sports** · 08-20-09, 12:01 PM

Official Announcement

Official announcement on behalf of Skybook Sportsbook.

Thursday, August 20, 2009.
This is to clarify that Skybook is NOT closing its doors. Skybook is presently reorganizing in preparation for the upcoming Football Season. These preparations include switching software platforms in an effort to offer more efficient and better services.

This switch may cause some minor inconveniences over the next week, however, as always, our staff will be avaialble to assist with any issues.

We look forward to catering to our customer's needs with more wagering options, advanced internet wagering abilities and imporved promotions

Should you have questions, please feel free to contact Skybook Sportsbook's customer service department.

Skybook Sportsbook
www.skybook.com
1-888-SKY-BOOK
support@skybook.com

**Frank** · 08-20-09, 12:18 PM

You probably shouldn't be starting threads like, "SKYBOOK is closing!!", if you don't really have any facts

Maybe you end up being right but you should have made the title "Skybook rumor"

**Frank** · 08-20-09, 12:20 PM

posted across the street 15 mins ago

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Announcement on behalf of Skybook Sportsbook
Official announcement on behalf of Skybook Sportsbook.

Thursday, August 20, 2009.
Skybook is presently reorganizing in preparation for the upcoming Football Season. These preparations include switching software platforms in an effort to offer more efficient and better services.

This switch may cause some minor inconveniences over the next week, however, as always, our staff will be available to assist with any issues.

We look forward to catering to our customer's needs with more wagering options, advanced internet wagering abilities and improved promotions

Should you have questions, please feel free to contact Skybook Sportsbook's Customer Service department. Thank you.

Skybook Sportsbook
www.skybook.com
1-888-SKY-BOOK
support@skybook.com

**Cferrat** · 08-20-09, 12:46 PM

Originally posted by Frank

You probably shouldn't be starting threads like, "SKYBOOK is closing!!", if you don't really have any facts

Maybe you end up being right but you should have made the title "Skybook rumor"

My bad! I should have added a question mark

**wilheim** · 08-20-09, 12:52 PM

FYI - Skybook is not going anywhere.

Official announcement on behalf of Skybook Sportsbook.

Thursday, August 20, 2009.
Skybook is presently reorganizing in preparation for the upcoming Football Season. These preparations include switching software platforms in an effort to offer more efficient and better services.

This switch may cause some minor inconveniences over the next week, however, as always, our staff will be available to assist with any issues.

We look forward to catering to our customer's needs with more wagering options, advanced internet wagering abilities and improved promotions

Should you have questions, please feel free to contact Skybook Sportsbook's Customer Service department. Thank you.

Skybook Sportsbook
www.skybook.com
1-888-SKY-BOOK
support@skybook.com

http://www.therxforum.com/showthread.php?t=701366

Thanks, wilheim.

PS. I wish SBR the best of good fortune this weekend at your Bash. I hope all involved have a great time...

**aggieshawn** · 08-20-09, 01:02 PM

skybook is still a go. good.

**cankid** · 08-20-09, 01:12 PM

no chance these guys are quite solid from what i hear, i've played with them for awhile, cserv is good also

**Peep** · 08-20-09, 01:30 PM

If they are going, they ain't paying as they are going.

Anyone who leaves THEIR money in there under these circumstances is at best simple minded......

It is YOUR money guys, take care of it. You owe the book absolutely nothing.

**JELLYBEAN** · 08-20-09, 01:37 PM

Doesn't Marty Jensen, owner of THERX own Skybook.

**JoshW** · 08-20-09, 01:44 PM

I think most people play with them because of the half point or a bonus. Otherwise they offers one of the most basic books in history. Not uncommon to find one single event to bet on during slow summer evenings after mlb is off.

**JoshW** · 08-20-09, 01:46 PM

Originally posted by wilheim

PS. I wish SBR the best of good fortune this weekend at your Bash. I hope all involved have a great time...

Thank you wilheim for the good wishes. I hope you all didn't party to hard and the GN is still standing.

**Bluehorseshoe** · 08-20-09, 01:55 PM

Originally posted by JELLYBEAN

Doesn't Marty Jensen, owner of THERX own Skybook.

I think part owner of both.

**trixtrix** · 08-20-09, 02:04 PM

can you please never start a thread like this again w/out concrete proof? i almost had a heart attack in my chair

**Cferrat** · 08-20-09, 02:23 PM

Originally posted by trixtrix

can you please never start a thread like this again w/out concrete proof? i almost had a heart attack in my chair

Could have been an unhappy employee but I should have frased it differently...although I think that a forum like SBR is to keep players on their toes when it comes to "possibilities"...

**themajormt** · 08-20-09, 03:15 PM

Hedge Hog posted a thread a minute ago saying BET911 was going to close down and steal player funds... How is this any different?

**nitzantal** · 08-20-09, 03:26 PM

I do not undersatnd how a book who offer odds on 3 sports and 5 games can survive - I m not surprised they are closing down... lazy chickens... decide ! either you are in the business or you are not - you cannot be half in heartedly in it.

**HedgeHog** · 08-20-09, 03:47 PM

Originally posted by Cferrat

Could have been an unhappy employee but I should have frased it differently...although I think that a forum like SBR is to keep players on their toes when it comes to "possibilities"...

If that's an apology, it sure sucks.

**Chopsticks** · 08-25-09, 06:18 AM

Originally posted by SBR frontpage

08.24.2009 (11:27 PM CST)
Skybook closes office; moves to turnkey software and host provider
Skybook Sportsbook (SBR rating B-) has moved its player accounts from its servers and ASI Software to turnkey provider, BetEZ which uses Digital Gaming Solutions Software. Players reported being unable to access their accounts this evening, likely due to the porting of information to BetEZ from the original database. SBR will contact Skybook to learn the extent of the company changes and if management will remain on site and continue to operate Skybook's banking. Skybook has struggled to pay players through Neteller as of late, missing or not providing estimated payment dates.

Well you weren't lying Carl

Hopefully everything goes ok and everybody gets paid..

**topgame85** · 08-25-09, 06:56 AM

Carl had inside info is owed an apology

**Dark Horse** · 08-25-09, 07:11 AM

Originally posted by wilheim

Official announcement on behalf of Skybook Sportsbook.

Thursday, August 20, 2009.
Skybook is presently reorganizing in preparation for the upcoming Football Season. These preparations include switching software platforms in an effort to offer more efficient and better services.

This switch may cause some minor inconveniences over the next week, however, as always, our staff will be available to assist with any issues.

We look forward to catering to our customer's needs with more wagering options, advanced internet wagering abilities and improved promotions

Should you have questions, please feel free to contact Skybook Sportsbook's Customer Service department. Thank you.

Skybook Sportsbook
www.skybook.com
1-888-SKY-BOOK
support@skybook.com

http://www.therxforum.com/showthread.php?t=701366

Thanks, wilheim.

PS. I wish SBR the best of good fortune this weekend at your Bash. I hope all involved have a great time...

Ouch...

Especially the 'thanks Wilheim' at the end.

A direct look into the Skybook psyche...

Hope they threw you a bone, Wilheim, because they sure don't mind shooting the messenger. In the back.

**themajormt** · 08-25-09, 07:18 AM

Hey JOSHW dont you think the timing of this is a little odd? They run a 100% re-up bonus promotion, make NO announcements until after the re-up period expires and NOW make this announcement 10 days before football starts??

**trixtrix** · 08-25-09, 07:21 AM

well i was able to log in but where's cashier option?

**HedgeHog** · 08-25-09, 07:33 AM

Originally posted by trixtrix

well i was able to log in but where's cashier option?

When you logon, click onto "Test" (under Previous Figures). Banking Options come up.

**Santo** · 08-25-09, 07:47 AM

Reminds me of Hollywood becoming a Sportsbook clone, but slightly less significant.