The Secrets to Becoming the Best Backgammon Player

At BEHAR, we’re excited to share valuable tips and tricks to help you improve your backgammon skills and stand out as an exceptional player. Get ready to take your game to the next level!

Dive into the study of advanced backgammon tactics and strategies. Learn about concepts such as the blocking game, aggressive play, safe exits, and inner board play. Mastering these tactics will give you a significant advantage over your opponents:

1. Blocking Game: This tactic involves strategically placing your checkers to block your opponent’s movement. The goal is to create barriers and obstacles so your opponent cannot move their checkers freely. By blocking key points, you increase your chances of hitting or trapping your opponent’s checkers, making it harder for them to advance and forcing them into unfavorable decisions.

2. Aggressive Play: Aggressive play is about taking calculated risks to quickly advance your checkers and put pressure on your opponent. Instead of focusing solely on defense, this approach emphasizes moving your checkers as quickly as possible into your home board. This can put your opponent at a disadvantage, leaving them with fewer strategic options.

3. Safe Exits: In backgammon, safe exits refer to moving your checkers from your home board toward your bearing-off zone and eventually off the board. The goal is to ensure all your checkers are safe from being hit by your opponent. To achieve safe exits, it’s important to maintain strong points on your board and avoid leaving blots that can be captured.

4. Inner Board Play: This tactic focuses on building and strengthening your inner board—the section of the board closest to your bearing-off area. Having a solid inner board increases your chances of hitting your opponent’s checkers and slowing their progress. Additionally, a strong inner board gives you more strategic options to move your own checkers and maximize your scoring opportunities.