This month's column goes deeper into the fundamentals of backgammon match equity. Over the course of the article, we move from theory to practical considerations that can help one arrive at the correct cube action over the board.
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18 Jan 2010 - by Matt Cohn-Geier
Matt's first of a multi-part article covers the basics of the theory of backgammon match equity. Hopefully by the end it will begin to make enough sense that you will be able to apply the correct reasoning and calculations.
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15 Dec 2009 - by Matt Cohn-Geier
The only prerequisite to becoming a top backgammon player is having the right mindset: the right approach to the game and the right mentality. If you have the right mindset, eventually technical ability will fall into place.
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19 Nov 2009 - by Matt Cohn-Geier
Whenever you are faced with any checker play or cube decision, your job as a backgammon player is to figure out the best decision. The easiest way to do that is to answer a simple question.
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