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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: Sue Danker (785) 537-1701 Topeka: Liz Gilman (785) 272-7879 Robin Harris (785) 640-1013 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
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 Kansas City Spring Sectional, May 2-4, 2014. See Flyer Oklahoma City Regional, May 5-11, 2014. See Flyer Springfield Regional, June 6-12, 2014. No flyer available. 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. Special 299er game. 2 session Unit Championship. Saturday, May 10, 2014 at KVBC. Contact 785-838-3196 or kawvalleybridge@gmail.com to reserve your place. ANNOUNCEMENTS *******************BRIDGE BITE #32***************** Sometimes, in an effort to fool the declarer, you make a little change to your defensive play. Check out this new Bridge Bite and see how playing third hand to a trick a little bit different than usual serves to confuse the declarer. ***********SOMEBODY UP THERE LIKES ME*********** When playing in Swiss Teams, players often employ specific strategies to get the upper hand in the race for those all-important IMPs. Down 24 IMPs and with only three boards remaining to make up the difference, Ed and his partner must take the bull by the horns. Read his column this week and see whose bull got gored. **********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 |
