First steps on the big board: Getting acquainted with the “Springer” strike. Part 2

18.01.2026

When taking their first steps on the large board, every beginner checkers player learns about a variety of combination mechanisms that can be used in their game. One of the next combination moves in the mandatory training program is the “Springer” strike. Today we will learn about it.

In most cases, the Springer strike is performed in the classic position. However, this move can also be performed on other parts of the board. We will show you the first examples, but try to solve the last positions yourself.

Let’s get started with the lesson!

Example 1

In the classical position, White has a beautiful idea of striking with the Springer.

  1. 27-22  18:27
  2. 32:21  28:41
  3. 21-17  11:22
  4. 42-37  41:32
  5. 38:29  and you can give checker 43 to your opponent as a souvenir.
Example 2

A similar idea and strike route, but with two variants.

  1. 27-22  18:27
  2. 32:21  28:41
  3. 21-17  12:21  (regardless of the option chosen)
  4. 42-37  41:32
  5. 38:7
Example 3

In response to Black’s erroneous attack 1….. 12-18?, White carried out a Springer strike.

  1. …..        12-18?
  2. 48-43!!  18:27
  3. 32:21    28:41
  4. 21-17!   11:22
  5. 42-37    41:32
  6. 38:29
Now try to solve the following three positions on your own. Repeat the “Springer” strike.

Example 4

Example 5
Example 6
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