Nine Holes

Goal

To create a 3 in-a-row of one's pieces either horizontally or vertically. Diagonals do not count.

Equipment

A 3 x 3 peg board is preferable. Each player has 3 pieces. One plays the black pieces, and the other plays the white pieces, however, any two colors or distinguishable objects will suffice.

The board is easily drawn on the ground or paper.

Rules and Game Play

1. The board is empty in the beginning.

2. Players decide what colors to play, and who will start first.

3. Drop phase: Each player drops one piece per turn on any vacant space on the board. Players alternate their turns. Pieces cannot move until all three pieces have been dropped.

4. Move phase: After each player's three pieces have been dropped on the board, each player can move their piece on any vacant space on the board. Only one piece can be moved per turn.

5. Players can create the 3 in-a-row at either the drop phase or move phase, and win the game.

Analysis

Analysis has shown that the game is a draw with perfect play.

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