Any words of advice on breaking out of “mirror plays”?
Mirror plays or stalemates occur when two competitors reach the zone (see above) at the same time and the result can be frustrating to intermediate players. This is the one time when sheer force of will in breaking out of the zone (often referred to as “edge play”) can work to your advantage. This reversal will lead your opponent into a false sense of your next move. The art is in not letting your opponent be aware of your “zone-breaking”, as they technically will have the advantage at this point. Knowing after how many repeats to enter a zone-breach typically separates the advanced and championship player.
