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The 11th World Youth Team Championships (formally known as the World Junior Team Champtionships) are underway in Bangkok, Thailand. This event happens every other year with youngsters (26 and under) from all over the world competing for a coveted world championship title.
New this year is a second category of play. In addition to the Juniors (26 and under) event, there is also a “Schools” event, limited to players 21 and under. I have several friends from the USA participating in both levels, and I wish them the best of luck. Bring home some good stories and …read more

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I’m writing this from Dallas Texas, home of the 2006 Spring NABC. The kickoff charity event is tonight, but I was in town early for the North American Open Pairs national finals.
The NAOPs are somewhat different from most events in the American Contract Bridge League. Most events have no pre-qualification necessary, or if there is a pre-qualification, it’s relatively minor and easy to accomplish. In contrast, the NAOPs (and it’s team counterpart, the Grand National Teams) are a ‘grass roots’ event. Qualifications start in the local clubs, and work their way up through the ranks. A unit level qualifier leads …read more

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The Dallas North American Bridge Championship kicks off with it’s Charity Events next Thursday evening, March 30th.
I will be on the scene, bringing you updates and stories from the NABC as they unfold. Stay tuned.

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