TO SEE WHO IS LOOKING FOR A PARTNER, PLEASE CLICK ON FIND A PARTNER IN THE LEFT HAND COLUMN OR SCROLL DOWN AND LOOK AT THE CALENDAR OF FUTURE EVENTS IN THE RIGHT HAND COLUMN
|
|
|
|
| GERRY'S BRIDGE LUNCH |
 |
|
The countdown to Gerry's first bridge-lunch of the winter is well underway - and he has produced a mouth watering menu for Wednesday 9 November (1pm start).
A two course lunch, a glass of decent wine, bridge (duplicate or Chicago) with a cup of tea and biscuits at half time - all for £14 (£15 for non-members) To reserve your place click on GERRY'S LUNCH
|
|
|
|
| STANSFIELD RUNNERS-UP IN SUFFOLK TEAMS |
 |
Pipped by the narrowest margin!
Not for the first time, Stansfield punched well above its weight when finishing runners-up in the Suffolk Teams of Four at Colchester over the weekend.
After playing eight five-board matches against other clubs around the county, a gnat's whisker (one Victory Point) separated Woodbridge, the winners, and the Stansfield quartet of Bridget & Paul and Celia & Richard. Colchester were just 1 VP back in third.
To see the full results please click on SUFFOLK TEAMS OF 4
|
|
|
|
| STANSFIELD PAIR TRIUMPH IN COUNTY EVENT |
 |
'Really Easy' seaside winners
Peter and Andy pulled off a remarkable triumph at Suffolk's flagship bridge competition in Felixstowe on Sunday.
The Stansfield duo won the Really Easy event, which is aimed at less experienced players in the county - but it was anything but 'really easy.'
After 18 boards, they finished less than a percentage point ahead of their nearest rivals, with Sue Cooper and Carol Durston back in third.
The winners deserve huge credit for their performance, less than three years after they started learning the basics of the game and achieved in the highly competitive - and probably rather nerve wracking - atmosphere of a room filled with more than 100 of the region's leading players.
To see the results please click on PETER&ANDY
|
|
|
|
| STANSFIELD REPRESENTED IN CHINA |
 |
Stansfield pair win prizemoney in World Wide Bridge final but they had to play a different system - on computers!
Keith and Joan arrived safely in China and played in the final of the World Wide Bridge Contest at the weekend for prizemoney of $20,000.
Despite having to play an unfamiliar system - 5-card Majors, a strong No Trump and Transfers - in addition to playing online rather than at a bridge table, they did incredibly well to end the first day in seventh spot. However, Sunday proved something of a 'disaster' according to Joan and at the end of 95 boards they slipped to 19th place.
"The top was 54% and we got 45%, so we did not feel that we were below the standard despite having to change our bidding system," Joan added.
For good measure, they also featured live on Bridge Base Online view graph in real time.
|
|
|
|
| GOLDEN DAY FOR SPECIAL COUPLE |
 |
 |
| The chocolate cake didn't last long... |
The best kept secret turned into a wonderful surprise at the bridge club recently when Denise and John celebrated their golden wedding anniversary.
The club stalwarts volunteered to provide the half-time nibbles for the evening long ago without letting on it just happened to be their very special day. In addition to preparing a delicious spread of breads, cheeses, paté (and chocolate cake) they brought along a generous supply of 'sparkling' so that everyone could celebrate the occasion in style.
|
|
|
|
| SUMMER PARTY ATTRACTS MORE THAN 60 |
 |
Weather fails to dampen party spirit
Although the sun failed for once to shine on the club's annual summer party, more than 60 members enjoyed a cracking evening.
A welcoming glass of Pimms was followed by a fabulous supper, spearheaded by poached salmon and Gerry's trademark rare beef, delicious salads, and a wonderful array of puddings and cheese and biscuits.
After Richard outlined plans for the club's 10th anniversary celebrations next year, the 'serious' business began with a 14 table, two section duplicate, and a table playing Chicago.
Hot on the heels of leading the club's second team to victory the previous evening, Joan & Keith showed they are in fine form ahead of their forthcoming bridge adventure in China by coming out top.
A huge thank you to everyone who made the evening such a success, particularly Pauline and Sheila.
|
|
|
|
| BRIDGEMATES, COMPUTER GENERATED HANDS, DUPLICATE AND RUBBER BRIDGE - AND MUCH MORE BESIDES |
 |
STANSFIELD bridge club, formed in 2007 and situated in the heart of Suffolk countryside between Clare and Bury St Edmunds, is not only the county's jolliest and fastest growing bridge club - but also one of the most progressive with a state-of-the-art scoring system, computer generated hands and lively website.
The club meets twice a week in the village hall. On Thursday evening (7 for 7.15pm) the emphasis is very much on having a fun evening out where less experienced players can flourish (and use 'crib sheets' or receive supervision).
There is a half-time break when players enjoy delicious nibbles prepared by members, and a glass of wine or cup of tea/coffee. A host system is in place so visitors are welcome. Bridgemate scoring means duplicate players get the result on the night and, in addition, computer generated boards are available every week with the hands uploaded on to this website. (Click on 'Results' in right column)
In September 2013 the club voted in favour of affiliating to the English Bridge Union. Thursday nights continue to focus on encouraging beginners and improvers - while Tuesday night (6.45 for 7pm start) offers 24+ boards for more experienced players.
As of July 2016, the club had 123 members.
|
|
|
|