About the author Paul David Magriel Jr (July 1, 1946 – March 5, 2018) was a professional backgammon player, poker player, and author based in…
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The probability of entering checkers from the bar
Published January 15, 2022
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Jason
Beginners guides. How to play backgammon. This Deluxe Backgammon post is another in our series for absolute beginners. In this post, we are going to examine the…
2 CommentsBackgammon tips and tricks for beginners
Published December 11, 2021
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Jason
There is still a lot to learn after covering the backgammon fundamentals. Every beginner will still need to understand the basic backgammon strategies and tactics.…
2 CommentsBackgammon. Splitting vs slotting?
Published November 13, 2021
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Jason
We have written a couple of previous articles regarding the basic tactical concepts of splitting and slotting. In this Deluxe Backgammon post for beginners, we…
2 CommentsBackgammon: avoid leaving direct hits
Published October 16, 2021
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Jason
A lone checker, or a blot, is in direct range of a hit if it lies six or fewer points away from an opposing checker.…
4 CommentsBackgammon: general principles for the opening replies
Published September 10, 2021
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Jason
The theory behind the opening moves in backgammon is well documented. However, less is written about the opening replies. In this Deluxe Backgammon post for…
2 CommentsBackgammon, the importance of builders
Published August 14, 2021
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Jason
In this Deluxe Backgammon post for beginners, we will take a look at the importance of builders and how they can help develop your board.…
1 CommentBackgammon. Priorities during the opening stages of play
Published July 17, 2021
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Jason
In this Deluxe Backgammon post for beginners, we will take a look at the tactical priorities during the opening stages of the game. Both players…
1 CommentBackgammon opening move 6-5
Published June 12, 2021
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Jason
In this Deluxe Backgammon post for beginners, we take a look at the 6-5 opening roll. If you read any modern guides on the backgammon…
3 CommentsBackgammon: aggressive and defensive play
Published May 15, 2021
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Jason
This Deluxe Backgammon post is another in our series for absolute beginners. In this instance, we look at the considerations that need to be made when deciding…
2 CommentsBackgammon tactics: priming and slotting
Published April 17, 2021
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Jason
In essence, backgammon strategy involves hitting blots, securing points and racing. Almost all backgammon players could improve their game simply by hitting blots and securing…
5 CommentsHow to move the checkers in backgammon
Published March 20, 2021
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Jason
This Deluxe Backgammon post is another in our series for absolute beginners. In this instance, we look at how the checkers move around the board.…
1 CommentBackgammon, the rule of 8
Published February 27, 2021
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Jason
In this Deluxe Backgammon post for beginners, we take a look at the significance of the number 8, or 8.1667 to be precise, and how…
5 CommentsThe health benefits of playing backgammon
Published February 13, 2021
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Jason
That old backgammon set collecting dust on the bookshelf could be key to keeping your mind active and healthy while social distancing during the coronavirus pandemic.…
2 CommentsBackgammon set up and rules, more FAQ
Published February 10, 2021
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Jason
This Deluxe Backgammon post is another in our series for absolute beginners. In this instance, we look at frequently asked questions regarding the set up of the…
12 CommentsUsing defensive strategies in backgammon
Published January 23, 2021
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Jason
This Deluxe Backgammon post is another in our series for absolute beginners. In this instance, we look at the need for adopting defensive strategies when…
3 CommentsAdvanced anchors
Published December 26, 2020
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Jason
This Deluxe Backgammon post is another in our series for absolute beginners. In this instance, we look at the importance of advanced anchors in backgammon.…
2 CommentsAdvanced backgammon strategies
Published December 19, 2020
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Jason
This Deluxe Backgammon post is for intermediate players who are looking to take their game to the next level. Ideally, you will have covered all…
1 CommentBackgammon: splitting basics
Published December 12, 2020
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Jason
Splitting refers to separating two checkers which are secure on a point and leaving them as blots. This almost always refers to the back checkers…
1 CommentBackgammon – to hit or not to hit?
Published December 5, 2020
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Jason
As a general rule of thumb, on each move, you should be looking to secure points, hit blots or move builders. In this Deluxe Backgammon…
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