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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 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 RANKINGS
There are currently seventeen different masterpoint ranks ranging from Rookie to Grand Life Master. To see what you need to attain the next level, CLICK HERE. Once on the masterpoint page, click on the appropriate box based upon when you joined the ACBL. You will see the requirements for each level. LINKS TO CLUB RESULTS Ace of Hearts Leavenworth DBC Manhattan City DBC Kaw Valley Bridge Club UPCOMING TOURNAMENTS AND SPECIAL EVENTS Tulsa 0-750 NLM Sectional, September 5-7, 2024 OKC Fall Sectional, November 14-16, 2024. Kansas City Regional, December 26-31, 2024. CONGRATULATIONS ON NEW RANKINGS ATTAINED THIS YEAR Junior Master--Marilyn Lay--Lawrence Val Tystad--Leavenworth Sandy Herd--Lawrence Club Master--Lawrence Levine--Leavenworth Val Tystad--Leavenworth Sectional Master--Stephen Hill--Lawrence Patrick Donnelly--Topeka Regional Master--Kathleen Oldfather--Manhattan NABC Master--Jason Smith--Topeka Advanced NABC Master Life Master--Wiliam Fleissner--Lawrence Bronze Life Master Silver Life Master--Lynette Forbes--Lawrence Ken Gudenkauf--Topeka Ruby Life Master--Mickey Imber--Lawrence Gold Life Master--Karen Carlsen--Lawrence Emerald Life Master WELCOME TO THE FOLLOWING INDIVIDUALS: Jeanette Johnson--Manhattan Transfer in from Unit 243 Barbara Peterson--Atchison Transfer in from Unit 123 Eve Slusky--Lawrence New Member Geri Kessler--Lansing Returning ACBL Member USEFUL LINKS ACBL Website District 15 Website Unit 132 Website Unit 131 Website ACBL Convention Card Editor/Edit and print online |
