Golf Croquet Tactical Decision Tree
1 | Should SB run the hoop? | If yes - do it |
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If no (too risky or loses next hoop) - go to 2... | ||
2 | Is OB1 a threat? |
If yes - clear, block or hamper |
2.1: can it run the hoop? | ||
2.2: can it harm PB? |
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2.3: can it assist OB2? |
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If no - go to 3... | ||
3 | Can PB be assisted? |
If yes - do it |
3.1: can it be protected in position? | ||
3.2: can it be promoted to position? | ||
If no - go to 4... | ||
4 | Is OB2 a threat? | If yes - clear, block or hamper |
4.1: can it run the hoop? | ||
4.2: can it harm SB in position? |
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4.3: can it harm PB? |
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If no - go to 5... | ||
5 | Take position for hoop | |
5.1: consider jawsing (nestling) | be alert to OB1/OB2 jumping potential | |
5.2: consider best distance | depends on starting distance from hoop | |
5.3: consider correct side | prevent OB1/OB2 clearing it to far boundary |
Key:
SB: Striker's ball - the one about to play.
PB = partner ball.
OB1 = next opponent ball in sequence.
OB2 = other opponent ball, which will play after PB.
This page published with thanks to its originator, Stephen Mulliner.