Late Game – Page 4 – U.S. Backgammon Federation

3-1 Bear Off Decision

Mary Hickey dives into the nuances of this 3-1 bear off play.

Phil walks through the many options with this difficult 2-1 bear in.

Phil explains how to find the right play on an interesting 2-1 bear in problem.

Phil evaluates the critical differences between a 2-5 and a 1-5 backgame.

Phil helps us understand a common position, the mid point stand off.

Phil teaches us how to properly bear off after hitting our opponent's last checker.

Phil takes a look at an interesting cube action in the last few rolls of the game.

Phil re-visits a 4-2 checker play, and explains why backgammon is a game of skill.

Phil gives a lesson in bringing home the win after a late game hit.

Morten Holm joins Phil for a study in bearing off where there is still contact.