Position of the DayBearing off play....Blue to play 1-1
(There's only 2 plays...you could flip a coin
and get it right...but many miss this.)
Position of the day answer can be found here
How to know if you can benefit from
Backgammon Lessons:
Q. Do you
play backgammon?
Q. Would
you like to win more?
A. You
can benefit from lessons.
QUIZ OF THE WEEK: You're all heard of the Jacoby Rule and the Crawford Rule, but do you know the Murphy Rule, the Holland Rule, and the Simborg Rule? for the answer, click hereKen Larsen has been kind enough to archive many of my daily backgammon positions. They make a great test of skill and you might find them interesting to go over if you have missed a day or two. Here is the link: Click here
BAFFLE BOXES ARE GREAT!
They virtually eliminate cocked dice and ensure a fair roll
every time. Once you try it, you'll love it. These are hand made, quiet, solid wood, sturdy, quality, attractive boxes.
Order from me! ($60 plus shipping--$10 in U.S.)
Money back guarantee: If you don't love it and start winning
more, send it back and I'll give you a full refund (less shipping).
Contact me at psimborg@sbcglobal.net
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A MOST EXCITING PROJECT
THAT WILL HAVE GREAT IMPACT
ON THE GROWTH OF BACKGAMMON:
A special thanks to the people at Zontik Games for
offering discounts on boards and backgammon supplies to my students, and to Backgammon NJ for
offering FREE use of their terrific software for iPhones.
Check out Zontik here
Check out Backgammon NJ here
Check out our Web Site: USBGF
The US Backgammon Federation is Working FOR YOU!!!!
I am very excited that the players have formed a non-profit organization dedicated to truly promote the skill game of backgammon in the U.S.
I am proud to be a member of the Board of Governors as well as Chairman of two committees:
The Rules and Ethics Committee, and
The Education Committee.
HOW CAN YOU HELP THE GROWTH OF BACKGAMMON???
1. Be a positive force in your community...let your friends and people you meet know that backgammon is alive and well and a great game, and offer to help teach them and get them involved;
2. Support your local clubs and tournaments. "Support" doesn't just mean showing up--it means encouraging your friends and relatives to come and cooperating with the tournament director to help make the event a positive experience for all. It means being a good sport and a friendly competitor that helps make people feel welcome and want to come back.
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ANNOUNCING, A NEW TEACHING PARTNERSHIP!!!
Backgammon Lessons for players of all levels
all over the world via Webex.
Perry and I have formed a partnership to teach players of all levels. Perry will concentrate on the higher-level players and will assist me with my lesson plans as well. Perry has won many tournaments, was a semi-finalist in the World Championships two times, was ranked as high as No. 2 on the US Tour, and is a noted author, lecturer and teacher. Our approach is to provide players with a methodology for finding the best checker plays and cube decisions that will immediately take them to a higher level of play. Many of ouf students have gone from beginner to intermediate, and from intermediate to Open in just 3 months! You can read their stories in their own words in the testimonials tab to the left.
We use Webex so that students can see our computer screen and we talk freely over the internet. Private lessons are $50 an hour ($75 and hour for advanced, private lessons with Perry), and we offer special rates for groups and students.
OUT LESSONS ARE GUARANTEED....if you do not see major improvement in your game, we'll refund your money!
About Phil:
I am the world's first "Professor of Backgammon" teaching backgammon in an accredited course at Georgia Southern University (via Webex). I have over 200 former students and have published over 100 articles. I lecture at major tournaments around the U.S. and via Webex to groups all over the world.
I have also been ranked as high at No. 2 in the U.S. and this past year I was "Player of the Year" at The Chicago Backgammon Association downtown club. I am currently the No. 1 player at the Chicago Bar Point Club.
WHAT'S NEW ON THIS SITE???*The 5 Biggest Myths about Backgammon click here*New Lesson of the Week--How to Get Lucky! (see tab on L) *Simborg's Laws of Backgammon (see humor tab) *The Four Agreements click here
*ExtremeGammon Tips (scroll down)
*Position of the day (changed daily)
*Tip of the day, quote of the day
| Tip of the Day:
What I know helps during a tournament is getting enough
sleep before a playing day, taking advantage of breaks between matches to rest
(or even nap), avoiding heavy meals, having light snacks for quick energy as
needed, and rationing those cups of coffee so that the boost comes during a
match when you need it.--Walter Trice, 2004
Quote of the Day:
"Two expert players will never disagree. Knowledge at
Backgammon, after all, is finite." Georges Mabardi, 1930
Backgammon Loses a Great One:
Associate press, Thur, Mar 11
Miami: Tim Holland, a world backgammon champion who was one of the most prominent competitors in the game has died. He was 79. Holland died Wednesday of emphysema at his West Palm Beach home. Holland won the World Backgammon Championships in 1967, 68, and 71.
ExtremeGammon Tip: You can copy any position on the screen by hitting control/C, and then paste it into another itteration of EX by hitting control/V, or you can past in on the screen you are working on uxing control/V. That copies the position in a manner where you can move checkers, change the score, do rollouts and save the position separately.
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ABT Ohio Open March 26-28
3 big reasons to make it to this terrific tournament:
1) I will be giving a lecture and quiz
2) I will be the auctioneer --if you buy your team, you can choose your teammates!
3) There will be a special bonus if you play and beat me!
For more information on this great event:
click here
When you're in Cleveland, don't miss seeing some of the great tourist attractions there: (I'll get back to you one these when I find some.)
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ABT Peoria, October 8-10
Why Peoria? Because it's a GREAT TOURNAMENT with really fun side events. And the Chicago players will help you get there--fly into Chicago and we will do our best to arrange for someone to pick you up at the airport and give you a ride to and from Peoria or hook you up with other people coming and going at the same times.
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Join me and Carter for a casual tournament and
fun side events every THURSDAY night at The Parthenon Restaurant, Greek Town, Chicago.
6:15 Masters. (Chouettes from 4 PM)
Contact me to reserve your spot.
ATTENTION NEW PLAYERS:
First time is free and a free lesson before the tourney.
SUPPORT LIVE TOURNAMENT PLAY....you'll love it!
Playing on line is fun, but there's nothing like seeing
your opponent cry! If you can't find a tournament or
club near you, contact me and I'll see if I can put
you in touch with someone in your area.
psimborg@sbcglobal.net.
Feedback:
Got a comment or idea about this site? I would love to hear your thoughts. psimborg@sbcglobal.net
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