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: 
                   Mary Fenlon (913) 651-7036
               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.

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

CLICK HERE TO CHECK YOUR MASTERPOINTS


UPCOMING TOURNAMENTS AND SPECIAL EVENTS/RESULTS

KANSAS CITY SPRING SECTIONAL, MAY 17-19, 2013, Lenexa, KS.  CLICK FOR FLYER

UNIT 234 ELECTION GAME, JUNE 15, 2013.  TWO SESSION PAIRS GAME starting at 10 a.m. at KVBC.
$25/player.  Potluck lunch between sessions.  Get together with your partner and bring 1 entree, side or salad to share with others.  Click for voting information and a downloadable, printable ballot, or contact Mike Kelly, mkelly81@cox.net or 785-272-5902 for more information.

The Longest Day, a fundraiser to benefit the Alzheimer Association.  This special event, co-sponsored by ACBL will be held at KVBC on June 21, 2013.  Click here for more information.  Help make KVBC's effort a success, and have fun in the process.

KANSAS CITY SUMMER SECTIONAL, JUNE 28-30.

FREE STATE AUTUMN SECTIONAL, NOVEMBER 22-24, 2013, Topeka, KS.  CLICK FOR FLYER

ANNOUNCEMENTS

*******************BRIDGE BITE #22******************
Counting the hand is often the key to getting a good board.  Read this week's Bridge Bite by Brian Gunnell and see how.

************HERE'S A CLUE, OOPS, I MEAN CUE***********
Does your bidding arsenal include cue bidding?  If it doesn't, you may want to put it in your bag of tricks.  See why in Emerald Ed's new column.

***************SOME MOTHER'S DAY ADVICE*************
As Amit's new column is posted, we are celebrating Mother's Day.  In honor of all bridge-playing mothers (and others) who strive to teach the game to their children, Amit offers some "conventional" advice and cautions.  Read his column and you may find some information you wish your mom had given you years ago.


MILESTONES AND WELCOMES

CONGRATULATIONS ON NEW RANKINGS
Regional Master--Ronald Jenkins

WELCOME NEW MEMBER
Patricia Kosinar--Lawrence

COME BACK SOON
Mark Osborn--(snowbird) to Unit 476, Bend, OR
             
USEFUL LINKS

ACBL Website
District 15 Website
Unit 131 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