Learn the counter-strategy to the forcing game. 15 Control Freak. When you own the Ace of Spades you have control of the hand. Don't give up control too hastily. 16 Too Many Spades.
Spades are good.
But sometimes they can get in the way. An opponent may find himself cornered but too often he will be allowed to escape by humdrum defense. Recognize the signs, and show no mercy. All Spades players are invited to submit their ideas on any aspect of the game of Spades. The Master Spades website will publish any serious comments intended to raise the standards of the game.