Good Backgammon Manners

Backgammon is a game of skill more than chance – that is a universally accepted fact. One thing that may be overlooked, however, is that backgammon is also a gentleman’s game. It is a game where good manners are very much appreciated. I f you find yourself fascinated by the game – and I cannot imagine who would not – then you should also learn how to be good mannered while playing the game. Here are some tips to help you become a master in this respect.
Greet your opponents in a friendly manner. You can always just say hi or hello, you can even shake their hand – just make sure you actually go through the social niceties and that you do not simply sit there and start rolling the dice.
End the game graciously. Whether you win or lose, being gracious is always appreciated. We could all learn something from John McCain regarding this point. He fought a long hard fight and in the end, graciously conceded to the winner. This is not an easy thing to do – especially in a game such as backgammon but people will look up to you if you do so. Though it may be hard on you when you lose, it is always better to be nice about it. Same thing goes for when you win – gloating may be fun for you buy when you are on the receiving end, you just might think differently. It would not kill you to be nice about it.
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Posted on November 6, 2008 by plato | Filed Under Backgammon
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