Author Archives: Johan

Mutual Holding Game Strategy: When to Jump Out

Posted on January 18, 2025 by Johan

In a mutual holding game, the player with the lead in the race usually has the advantage, but they are often at a timing disadvantage. To deal with this, the race leader often considers jumping out from their anchor. If … Continue reading →

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Belgian Backgammon Beach Day, Saturday September 13, 2025

Posted on January 17, 2025 by Johan

We are happy to invite you for part 3 of the Belgian Backgammon Beach Day, on September 13, 2025. The same nice venue, the same concept: see the report of the second edition. More info will follow later. — Johan … Continue reading →

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Vlissingen Masters 2025

Posted on January 14, 2025 by Johan

Wrapping up the Vlissingen Blitz Masters International Backgammon Tournament that took place on January 10-12, 2025: 64 players of 11 different nationalities were present. Championship Division (44):– Winner: Tilman Söhnchen (Germany)– Finalist: Geert Van der Stricht (Belgium)– Semifinalists: Ray Joenoes … Continue reading →

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General Assembly, January 19, 2025

Posted on January 12, 2025 by Johan

All BGFed.be members are cordially invited to BGFed.be’s General Assembly that takes place on Sunday, January 19, 2025 at 11:00 AM in Sport & Squash Club De Vaart, Kolonel Begaultlaan 15, 3012 Wilsele. Agenda: Welcome Roll call and appointment of … Continue reading →

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Red Beaver League 2025-2026: New Format

Posted on January 12, 2025 by Johan

RBL will undergo a facelift in the coming season. Please find all relevant information in the attached file: RED BEAVER LEAGUE 25-26. — Michel Lamote

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Renewal Membership 2025

Posted on January 9, 2025 by Johan

Dear backgammon players, To become a member of BGFed.be, the Belgian backgammon federation, or to renew your current membership for 2025: Please fill in the membership form and Transfer the appropriate amount to the BGFed.be bank account BE83 3632 5199 3815, … Continue reading →

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Gent Open Backgammon XVIII

Posted on January 6, 2025 by Johan

Dear Backgammon friends, It is with great pleasure that I can invite you to the 18th edition of the Gent Open backgammon tournament on Saturday, March 22, 2025, in the K.A. Club Union Sandeman, Kantienberg 5, 9000 Gent. For details … Continue reading →

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Calendar

Posted on January 6, 2025 by Johan

A list of live backgammon events in Belgium (tournaments, club evenings) is collected in the calendar.

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WBIF Belgian Championship 2025

Posted on January 4, 2025 by Johan

The World Backgammon Internet Federation’s National Championship of Belgium 2025 starts on February 4, 2025. Participation is open to all BGFed.be members. To take part, you will need a WBIF account, which is free of charge. Go to “Sign in … Continue reading →

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Sonja Custers wins Leuven Club Championship 2024

Posted on January 4, 2025 by Johan

After three seasons and nine Leuven Monthly tournaments, four players had qualified for the knock-out stage of the Leuven Club Championship 2024, played on December 15 in Sport & Squash Club De Vaart in Wilsele. Two semi-finals and two finals … Continue reading →

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