ABOUT US
Our primary purpose is to conduct tournaments and other special events where duplicate bridge players can compete in a friendly atmosphere. A high priority is placed upon ethical play and zero tolerance of unacceptable behavior. Generally, we conduct one or two open sectional tournaments each year, a one day NLM sectional tournament, and a regional tournament every other year. We also hold both qualifying games and a unit final for the North American Pairs Championship. Unit winners may go on and compete in the District 15 final. Winners of the District 15 final are eligible to compete in the national finals. Our goal is to further the game of duplicate bridge under the auspices of the ACBL. In addition to tournaments and special events, we offer games at our member clubs that are open to all levels of players. Lessons focused on helping the novice or intermediate player develop their game are sometimes offered at some clubs. All of our games, tournaments and special events are sanctioned by the ACBL. Individuals with some experience playing bridge in a social setting will find that there are a few differences in duplicate bridge, primarily scoring and the use of new bidding conventions. You will participate in a game where your score depends upon how well you and your partner play each individual hand compared to other pairs playing the identical hand--no more hoping for good cards. Those without any knowledge of bridge will discover the enjoyment of participating in a game that truly challenges the mind. All players are welcome to play or kibitz at any of member club locations within our unit. Come and see what duplicate bridge is all about. Membership in the ACBL is not required. If you wish to become a member of the ACBL, information is available from any of the club managers listed below. Lawrence: Grant Sutton (785) 371-9223 Leavenworth: Pat Lombardi (913) 368-3066 Manhattan: Larry Lord (785) 410-1351 Topeka: Jan Tillery (785) 478-4670 Information on scheduled games and club locations may be found by clicking on the club page links in the above header. For further information, or to comment or report any problems with this website, please use the Contact Us form by clicking on the link in the above header, or send an email to the unit webmaster. |
UNIT NEWS There are several upcoming tournaments that are relatively close and/or within our district to include our upcoming regional in Topeka. Who could ask for more? Check the list below for more information, and be sure to plan on attending our Sunflower Regional.RANKINGS To see the current rank requirements, CLICK HERE if you joined ACBL prior to January 1, 2010 and have maintained continuous membership. If you joined after January 1, 2010, or let your membership lapse after that date. CLICK HERE to see the requirements that apply to you. LINKS TO CLUB RESULTS Ace of Hearts Sunflower Bridge Club Leavenworth DBC Manhattan City DBC Kaw Valley Bridge Club LOL DBC UPCOMING TOURNAMENTS AND SPECIAL EVENTS Tulsa NLM Regional/Open Sectional, May 30-June 1, 2024 FLYER Wichita Flighted Sectional--June 6-8, 2024. FLYER Sunflower Regional, Topeka, KS--June 18-22. FLYER Bentonville Regional, Bentonville, Arkansas. July 29-Aug. 3, 2024. FLYER OKC Shootout, 750 NLM Sectional--August 16-17, 2024. FLYER Overland Park Sectional. August 23-25, 2024. CONGRATULATIONS ON NEW RANKINGS ATTAINED THIS YEAR Junior Master--Marilyn Lay--Lawrence Val Tystad--Leavenworth Club Master--Lawrence Levine--Leavenworth Sectional Master--Stephen Hill--Lawrence Regional Master--Kathleen Oldfather--Manhattan NABC Master Advanced NABC Master Life Master Bronze Life Master Silver Life Master Ruby Life Master Emerald Life Master WELCOME TO THE FOLLOWING INDIVIDUALS: Jeanette Johnson--Manhattan Transfer in from Unit 243 Barbara Peterson--Atchison Transfer in from Unit 123 USEFUL LINKS ACBL Website District 15 Website Unit 132 Website Unit 131 Website ACBL Convention Card Editor/Edit and print online |