Did You Just Say... Stick the Dealer?! What It Means in Euchre and Why It Matters

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If you’ve ever heard someone shout “Stick the Dealer!” and seen the table erupt in laughter, tension, or mock sympathy — you’re not alone. It’s one of the most exciting (and pressure-filled) rules in Euchre. But what does it actually mean?

Let’s break it down so you never get caught off guard.

What Does “Stick the Dealer” Mean?

In Euchre, after the top card from the kitty is turned up, players get one chance to tell the dealer to pick it up — which would make that suit trump. If everyone passes, a second round begins where players can name a different suit as trump.

But here’s the twist: if everyone passes again — the dealer must choose a trump suit. No passing allowed. That moment is known as “sticking the dealer.”

Why It’s a Big Deal

Sometimes, the dealer has a terrible hand. They didn’t want to pick up the original card. Nobody else named trump either. And now — they’re stuck. Forced to pick a trump suit with cards they may not want.

That’s why it can cause groans, laughter, or sheer panic: the fate of the hand (and possibly the game) now rests on a weak hand and a tough call.

How to Handle It Like a Pro

If you get stuck as the dealer, here are a few tips:

  • Pick your longest suit, even if it’s not strong — better to have more chances at a trick

  • Don’t panic — your partner might still carry you through

  • Avoid going alone unless you have serious strength

  • Accept the gamble — Euchre’s all about momentum shifts

A Club Favorite Moment

At the Charleston Euchre Club, “Stick the Dealer” hands are some of the most memorable. It’s the kind of moment that gets people laughing, shaking their heads, and rooting for the underdog — especially if you manage to turn it around.

Euchre thrives on unpredictability, and nothing captures that better than forcing the dealer to make a tough call.

Ready to Stick (or Get Stuck)?

Join us any week to test your nerve — and learn by playing.

Tuesdays 6:30 PM – Indigo Reef Brewing Co. (Charleston)
Thursdays 6:30 PM – Edisto River Brewing Co. (Johns Island)
2nd & 4th Sundays – Tournament Day!

πŸ‘‰ Learn more and view full event details at CHSEuchre.com

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