Dec - Dec 2020

Get the lowdown on masterpoints earned in SYC, Virtual Club and ACBL BBO games.

Make plans to attend the Annual Meeting January 30 at 7 p.m. via Zoom.

See who won the Harmon Wilkes and Gran Sportsmanship Awards in past years.

Schuetts say that defenders must know the difference between active/passive defenses

Teams had same auction but different results in USBF duel.

Wimpy warns players to beware of opponents bearing gifts.

ACBL offers a guest membership at special rates.

See who advanced in rank.

Learn Puppet Stayman.

Earn masterpoints by using the app FunBridge.

See the list of local virtual games.

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Posted on December 3, 2020.

Oct - Nov 2020

Club owner Mary Schultz becomes real life hero, organ donor needed.

Area pro Ron Smith believes bridge has a bright future if a few changes are made.

President Tom Dressing addresses CCBA membership in letter.

ACBL Board Chairman Suzi Subeck gives the latest update.

The Schuetts give tips on how to evaluate your hand.

Jim Diebel asks how your bidding stacks up.

See list of rank advancers.

Learn what CCBA members are doing during the pandemic.

Earn masterpoints by using the app FunBridge.

ACBL online event schedule is posted.

See the Vitural Games Schedule for local clubs.

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Posted on September 30, 2020.

Aug - Oct 2020

Ralph Katz opens up about his inteeresting journey to the ACBL Hall of Fame.

Read the letter from the ACBL president regarding tournaments.

CCBA is seeking nominations for its board and for its prestigioous awards.

Nickell team uses BBO to practice for USBF Invitational Tournament.

Schuetts stress the importance of context.

Players reveal what they are doing during the pandemic.

Whimpy says to master defending skills to improve your scores.

See who advanced in rank.

Bridge expert Larry Cohen explores whether you should open a weak two when holding a four-card major.

Check out the list of local virtual club games and playing times.

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Posted on July 30, 2020.

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