OFFICIAL WEBSITE OF
      ACBL UNIT 234 OF DISTRICT 15
  YOUR HOME FOR DUPLICATE BRIDGE
           IN NORTHEAST KANSAS

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
                    Email
                
Leavenworth: 
                   Pat Lombardi (913) 306-4500
               Email                           

Manhattan: 
                   Sue Danker (785) 537-1701
                   Email

Topeka: 
                  Liz Gilman (785) 272-7879
                  Email
 
                  Robin Harris  (785) 640-1013
              Email


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.

CONGRATULATIONS!
To Mike Kelly and Nancy Huck who won the Flight C NAP for District 15.  They will be headed to the nationals in Dallas.  Be sure to wish them luck, y'all.

LINKS TO CLUB RESULTS
Ace of Hearts
Sunflower Bridge Club
Kaw Valley Bridge Club
Leavenworth


CLICK HERE TO CHECK YOUR MASTERPOINTS


UPCOMING TOURNAMENTS AND SPECIAL EVENTS


Emporia Flint Hills Sectional--March 7-9, 2014, Emporia, KS.   TOURNAMENT FLYER

Wichita Non-Life Master Sectional--March 15-16, 2014, Wichita, KS.  Click for Flyer

Districts 14 and 15 STaC Week--April 7-13, 2014.
Check with your local clubs for these special games and pick up some SILVER points.

ANNOUNCEMENTS


*******************BRIDGE BITE #32********************
How many times have you heard "second hand low" when discussing how to play?  Surely, many times.  In Bridge Bite # 32, Brian Gunnell gives us an example of when "second hand high" is the best play to make.


********************A STRETCH************************
Your partner opens a weak 2 and you have a pretty good hand.  Is there a game bid to be made, or possibly a slam?  Read Ed's column and find out how using the Ogust convention can point you in the right direction.


**********UNDER-RUFFING AS A STRATEGIC PLAY***********
In his current column, Amit discusses situations when under-ruffing can be the best play for either the defense or the declarer.  Read his column to find out when it may be best to "sluff a trump" when it just doesn't seem the normal play to make.

MILESTONES AND WELCOMES

CONGRATULATIONS ON NEW RANKINGS

Club Master--Jett Elmer, Topeka

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS

Walt Gehlback, Lawrence
Ruth Martin, Topeka



USEFUL LINKS

ACBL Website
District 15 Website
Unit 131 Website
Unit 132 Website
Unit 234 Player Directory
Unit 131 Player Directory
Unit 234 Ace of Clubs Masterpoint Race
Unit 234 Mini-McKenney Masterpoint Race  
ACBL Convention Card/Edit and Print Online

Additional links on the Learning Tools page