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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 sectional tournaments each year, and a split regional tournament with Amarillo, Texas 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: Chris Lane (785) 838-3196 Leavenworth: Pat Lombardi (913) 306-4500 Manhattan: Larry Lord (785) 410-1351 Topeka: Robin Harris (785) 640-1013 Liz Gilman (785) 272-7879 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 NEWSSAD NEWS: Our unit has suffered the loss of another member. Nancy Epoch, of Topeka, passed away on January 30, 2018. She will be missed by all who knew her.
ATTENTION ALL NLMs: There are many opportunities to earn silver, red, and gold points in the next few months. Review the events listed in the UPCOMING TOURNAMENTS AND SPECIAL EVENTS section below for specifics. Several tournaments limited to NLMs will be held in District 15. Attendance may be limited and reservations may be required, so be sure to review the flyers. And don't forget, we have another upcoming STaC week coming up Jan. 29- Feb. 4, 2018. . NEW RANKINGS There are some new rankings awarded by the ACBL, and many of our unit players have been recognized for their accomplishments at the bridge table. Their names are listed below. 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 TO CHECK YOUR MASTERPOINTS, CLICK HERE UPCOMING TOURNAMENTS AND SPECIAL EVENTS Oklahoma City Hot Shots 0-300 Sectional, Feb. 10-11, 2018. FLYER Prison City Sectional, Feb. 16-18, 2018, Leavenworth, KS. FLYER Emporia Sectional, Feb.23-25, 2018. Emporia, KS. FLYER Southwest Missouri Sectional, March 2-4, 2018, Springfield, MO. No flyer available. Kansas City, MO NLM Sectional, March 23, 2018. FLYER Midwest City, OK Regional, April 2-8, 2018. FLYER Kansas City Spring Sectional, April 13-15, 2018. FLYER MILESTONES, WELCOMES AND FAREWELLS WELCOME New Members--William Cowgill--Lawrence Paula Harper--Topeka Susan Turner--Topeka Carolyn Evela--Topeka William Kinnersley--Lawrence Carla Mumma--Topeka Mary Ellen Maxwell--Leavenworth Harry Sarles--Leavenworth Marcia Hill--Lawrence Stephen Hill--Lawrence CONGRATULATIONS ON NEW RANKINGS Junior Master--Connie Noble--Manhattan Mary Shoop--Manhattan Club Master--Larry Lord--Manhattan Mary Philip--Manhattan Jacob Mertz--Topeka Harry Sarles--Leavenworth Patricia Bonine--Topeka Sectional Master--Sally Henry--Topeka Graham Rose--Manhattan Brian Donavan--Lawrence Lynette Forbes--Lawrence Brad Wertz--Lawrence Regional Master--Louis Ferkol--Topeka Bob Bradford--Lawrence NABC Master--Richard Bryan--Linwood Joane Nagel--Lawrence Vera Dodson--Lawrence Patrick Musick--Lawrence Advanced NABC Master--Jett elmer--Topeka Life Master--Mike Kelly--Topeka Silver Life Master--Lois Clark--Lawrence WELCOME Connie Noble--Manhattan Mary Shoop--Manhattan Patricia Hurwitz--Topeka Janis Schaeffer--Manhattan (Transfer in from Unit 514, Bakersfield, CA FAREWELL Linda Randall--Transfer to Unit 128, Florida USEFUL LINKS ACBL Website District 15 Website Unit 132 Website Unit 131 Website ACBL Convention Card Editor/Edit and print online |
