UltimateBet numbers rise during freeze

NEW YORK – (PRESS RELEASE) -- The Northern Plains finally felt the effects of a late winter with sub zero temperatures that left thermometers chilled under 0 degrees F. As residents went into hibernation, a massive pursuit for indoor entertainment brought about a Midwestern surge in online poker play at UltimateBet one of the world's largest internet poker sites.

Accounts that were usually quiet during daily business hours were active throughout the past week as players sought the safety of "working from home" during the week. Weekend numbers leapt higher as well as Midwesterners decided to spend Saturday and Sunday indoors.

"Since winter has finally arrived, our site has seen a massive increase in online activity," said UltimateBet.com spokesperson, George MacLean. "As soon as temperatures drop and snow begins to fall, our player numbers rise as thoughts turn to Texas Holdem."

Winter poker tournaments and the promise of exercising one's mind from the warmth of the living room or home office caused a substantial spike in activity as the hopes for outdoor recreation ended with record low temperatures.