In exceptionally general terms, there are 3 main techniques used. You must be able to switch game plans instantly as the action of the match unfolds.
The Blockade
This involves building a 6-deep wall of checkers, or at least as thick as you might achieve, to block in the competitor’s checkers that are on your 1-point. This is deemed to be the most acceptable tactic at the start of the match. You can assemble the wall anyplace inbetween your 11-point and your two-point and then shift it into your home board as the match advances.
The Blitz
This consists of locking your home board as fast as possible while keeping your opponent on the bar. i.e., if your opposer rolls an early two and shifts one checker from your one-point to your three-point and you then toss a 5-5, you will be able to play 6/1 6/1 8/3 8/3. Your opposer is now in serious calamity seeing that they have two checkers on the bar and you have closed half your inside board!
The Backgame
This course of action is where you have two or more anchors in your competitor’s home board. (An anchor is a position consisting of at least 2 of your checkers.) It would be used when you are extremely behind as this plan greatly improves your chances. The better areas for anchors are near your competitor’s smaller points and also on abutting points or with one point in between. Timing is integral for an effectual backgame: after all, there is no reason having 2 nice anchors and a complete wall in your own inner board if you are then forced to dismantle this straight away, while your opponent is getting their checkers home, considering that you do not have other spare pieces to move! In this case, it’s better to have pieces on the bar so that you are able to maintain your position until your challenger gives you a chance to hit, so it will be a wonderful idea to attempt and get your competitor to hit them in this case!
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