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Thinking Out of the Box 28.08.2008
Let me start off this article by dispelling a myth that many people have about backgammon. The myth is that once you learn the backgammon basics and study the game, you will pretty much know the right plays most of the time. It’s... Read More >>
How to Use The Backgammon Bots Effectively 13.08.2008
Today, we are fortunate to have computers to help us learn and analyze backgammon. I know many of the best players in the world very well, and ALL OF THEM use computer programs to help them study the game and improve their... Read More >>
So You’ve Counted the Pips…Now What??- Part 2 28.07.2008
In this article, I will not try to give you all of the formula for adjusting pip counts based on gaps and distribution in this article…I simply want you to know that this is something that must be taken into account, and something... Read More >>
Too Good to Redouble? 22.08.2007 Take a look at the backgammon position below:
The Jacoby Rule states that you cannot win a gammon unless the doubling cube has been offered and accepted during the course of a game. This excellent rule, originated by the great bridge and backgammon... Read More >>
Playing backgammon to Win 31.07.2007 What play would you make in the following backgammon position?
One of the skills that differentiates strong backgammon players is their ability to calmly take risks at the appropriate moment. Put another way they will often play to win rather than... Read More >>
Simple Ending? 16.07.2007 Backgammon position:
Black has been hoping for a double to clear his mid-point but lady luck has deserted him and now he has to play this unpleasant 43. After discarding the horrendous 13/9, 4/1 there are only two plays: (a) 13/6 and (b) 13/9,... Read More >>
Backgammon Haikus 28.06.2006 Backgammon Haikus By Phil Simborg:
Watching the dice come up cocked / very much like my first marriage.
Your...Read more >>
Simborg's Laws Of Backgammon 24.05.2006 THE SIMBORG'S LAWS:
It’s easy to tell when you have a great roll-- the dice will be cocked
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Dontcha Just Love It? 24.05.2006 Dontcha Just Love It?!?
Dontcha just love it when all you need is a 3 or 4 to hit and win, but instead you roll double 5 or 6, missing,...Read more >>