Scrabble Strategies 

A. Pre-game preparation and training Before playing 

Scrabble, it's helpful to study the game's strategy and tactics. This can include studying lists of common two-letter words and high-point words, practicing with a Scrabble dictionary, and familiarizing yourself with common Scrabble boards and tile distributions. 

 One of the most important aspects of Scrabble strategy is preparation and training. Players can improve their chances of winning by studying word lists, memorizing common two-letter words and high-value words, and practicing their skills in Scrabble games or puzzles. Additionally, players should familiarize themselves with the layout of the board and the point values of each letter tile.

B. Techniques for word building and tile management 

During the game, players can use various techniques to build and score higher-point words. These may include creating words that use multiple bonus squares, such as the "triple word score" or "double letter score" squares; building off existing words to create multiple words in one turn; and managing your tile rack to hold valuable letters for later turns. 

 When placing tiles on the board, players should aim to create words that utilize the premium squares, such as the "triple word score" and "double letter score" squares, as these can significantly increase the point value of the word. Additionally, players should consider creating words that use multiple premium squares to maximize their score. Furthermore, players should manage their tiles carefully, being mindful of the letters they hold and looking for opportunities to play high-value words. Its important to hold on to high-value letters like "Q" and "Z" but it may also be worth it to get rid of low-value tiles like "I" and "A" to increase the chances of drawing a high-value tile.

C. Advanced tactics for maximizing points and outmaneuvering opponents 

Advanced Scrabble strategies can include using obscure words to surprise opponents and outmaneuver them, using a "bingo" (using all 7 tiles in one turn) to score bonus points, and setting up "trap" words to prevent opponents from using certain squares or letters. Additionally, players can also use their knowledge of the game, the opponents and their tendencies to create more effective strategies and tactics.

Some advanced strategies that players can employ in order to maximize their points and outmaneuver their opponents include: 

- Using the blank tiles strategically to create high-value words. 

- Setting up a "bingo" play, where a player uses all seven tiles in a single turn to earn a bonus of 50 points. 

- Blocking an opponent's ability to create high-value words by playing words that use up key letters. 

- Taking advantage of opportunities to create "parallel plays" by creating multiple words on the board at once 

- Keeping track of the tiles left in the bag and the letters that have already been played to help anticipate what letters your opponents may have and adjust your play accordingly.

Furthermore, knowing the two-letter words, which are the most frequent words in scrabble, and learn to use them optimally, can give you a huge advantage over your opponents. Additionally, looking at the remaining letters in the bag will give you an idea of the letters that can come out in the future, which can inform your decisions. A player should also be mindful of the time, to not waste too much on thinking or checking the words and familiarize themselves with the words that are in the game's dictionary. 

The game is still a combination of skill and luck, so it is also important to be flexible and adapt your strategies as the game progresses.