Welcome to the website of the Tribes Bridge Club in Galway, the capital of the West of Ireland.

The club meets every Thursday in the Galway Bridge Centre which is located on St. Mary's Road. The regular club game consists of Duplicate Pairs with a start time of 7.30pm. The game usually finishes circa 11.00pm.  The playing year runs from early October to mid-May. A summer club operates during the period May to September.

Visitors are always welcome and with adequate notice a partner can be found.

The club also welcomes new members. Please contact the Secretary for further information should you be interested in joining.

So, how did you fare as East/West on Board #21 on Thursday, 20th October.

Did you hold declarer to nine tricks...or did you gift declarer a tenth trick?.

2016-10-20-Board 21- Defending 3NT.pdf

Paul J Scannell, 21st October 2016

So, did you declare or defend?  How did you fare on this interesting part-score contract?

Click the link below to view an analysis of this hand.

Board # 13 - Thursday 13th October, 2016

N.B. Article modified at 01:35 on 15th October 2016

Paul J Scannell, 14th October 2016

If you were North/South then your fate on Board #15 was in your own hands! How did you fare?

Click link below to read an analysis of the play of this hand.

2016-10-06-Board 15 - Bidding and making 6 Hearts.pdf.

Paul J Scannell, 12th October, 2016

The Tribes Bridge Club 2016-2017 season starts on Thursday 29th September at 19:30.

The club will recommence after the summer recess this coming Thursday. Summer sunshine is long gone so it's time to get back into the bridge groove!

Paul J Scannell, 25th September, 2016

Sad news on the Connacht Tribune website re the announcement of the impending demolition of the Warwick Hotel

which was home to the Tribes Bridge Club for the first decade of its existence.

Link to article here: http://connachttribune.ie/end-of-an-era-as-landmark-warwick-hotel-to-be-demolished-340/

Paul J Scannell, 29th August 2016

It is with much sadness that we advise members of the death of Phil Carney who passed away on Thursday, 21st July. Phil was a former member of the Tribes Bridge Club over many years.

Funeral arrangements as per www.rip.ie

Reposing at the Holy Family Funeral Parlour, Mervue on Friday, 22nd July from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Removal on Saturday, 23rd July from the family home to arrive at St. Columba’s Church, Castlegar for Requiem Mass at 12 noon. Funeral after Mass to the new cemetery, Bohermore. Family flowers only.

Paul J Scannell, 22nd July 2016

Click anywhere in this window to access PhotoGallery of photos taken at President's Dinner held in Westwood Hotel, 19th May 2016.

Paul J Scannell, 20th May 2016

Click to view list of Prize-Winners as announced at President's Dinner held at the Westwood Hotel, Thursday, 19th May 2016.

Paul J Scannell, 20th May 2016

Winners of the 2015-2016 Sean Mulhern Perpetual Trophy.

Colette Mulhern presents the cup to Enda Glynn & Paul Scannell.

Click link below for Final Ranking.

2015-2016-Sean Mulhern-Final.pdf

Paul J Scannell, 26th April 2016

Click anywhere in this window to access results of Galway Congress 2016.

NOTE that links to results are located on right-hand side of Home Page of Galway Bridge Centre website.

Results courtesy of Fearghal O'Boyle

Paul J Scannell, 26th March 2016

Congratulations to the quartet of Mary Dolan, Ann Davey, Liam Faherty and Bernie Finan on winning the Geraldine O'Flynn Team-of-Four Championship (Handicap).  It was a particularly emotional experience for Mary Dolan, daughter of Geraldine O'Flynn.

Unfortunately both Bernie Finan and Ann Davey were laid-up and could not attend last week's prize-giving. Mary and Liam accepted the cup on behalf of the team and Mary delivered a heartfelt acceptance speech.

Well done to all.  Will hope to have a photo up before long!

Paul J Scannell, Monday 7th March 2016

It is with much sadness that we report the passing of Peggy Stack, a former member of the Tribes Bridge Club. Peggy, together with her husband Pat, who pre-deceased her, were members of the Tribes in the early years.

Paul J Scannell, 25th February 2016

Congratulations to Ali Zaki and Margaret Forde winners of the Corn na dTreabh Handicap Pairs Championship 2015-2016.

Paul J Scannell, 5th February 2016

The annual CBAI Simultaneous Pairs was played in the Tribes Bridge Club on Thursday, 4th February 2016.

National results can be found at the following link:

http://www.simpairs.com/default.asp?session=006948

Paul J Scannell, 29th January 2016

The Corn na dTreabh Cup will be presented next Thursday, 4th February 2016.

Detailed results will also be released at that time.

Paul j Scannell, 29th January 2016

A most enjoyable evening was had by all those in attendance last Thursday, 17th December, 2015.

Congratulations to Irene Wall & Lily Faherty who were winners of the Christmas Competition.

Click here for link to PhotoGallery.

Paul J Scannell, 19th December, 2015

Click anywhere in this window to view the results of Christma (Turkey) Competition. Scores include Handicaps;

Paul J Scannell, 19th Decembr, 2015

Congratulations to Maurice Hession & Rory Timlin, winners of the Ryder Cup. And history was made in the process because they become the first pair to win a Major Club Pairs Championship for the fourth time in a row!

And congratultions also to Anne Costello & Robert Delargy, winners of the Ryder Cup Plate for Best Intermdiate Pair.

Paul J Scannell, 17th December 2015

It is with much asdness that we report the death of former member of the Tribes Bridge Club, John Moylan, who passed away on Thursday, 5th November.

The funeral took place on Sunday, 8th November, in Ardrahan.

May He Rest In Peace.

Paul J Scannell, 9th November, 2015

Please note that results for Thursday, 5th November (IBU SIMULTANEOUS PAIRS) will be uploaded on this website early on Saturday morning because the same boards are also being played nationally on Friday, 6th November.

Until the FULL results are available here you can check your overall  ranking and score % at the Ecatsbridge website via the following link:

http://www.simpairs.com/ranking.asp?session=006197&ClubID=Overall

N.B. Club name was originally showing as 'Galway Bridge Centre' but has now been corrected to .Tribes Bridge Club'..

Paul J Scannell, 5th November 2015

Congratulations to Michael O'Connor who was elected as President of the Tribes Bridge Club at its AGM which was held on Thursday, 8th October.

And congratulations also to Irene Wall and Frank Reynolds who were re-elected as Hon. Secretary and Hon. Treasurer respectively.

Also elected were Enda Glynn (Tournment Director), Colette Mulhern (Galway Congress Committee representative), Liam Faherty (Galway Bridge Centre Committee representative),

And the following were elected as members of the Committee:  Mary Dolam, Liam Faherty, Enda Glynn, Seamus MacMathuna, Colette Mulhern, Paul Scannell.

Paul J Scannell, 9th October 2015

It is with much sadness that we note the recent passing of Bridie Mannion who died on 6th September. Bridie served as President of the Tribes Bridge Club in 2006/07 and subsequently acted as Hon. Treasurer for the four seasons 2007/08, 2008/09, 2009/10, 2010/11.

May She Rest In Peace.

Paul J Scannell, 21st September, 2015

Congratulations to Tribes Bridge Club members Enda Glynn and David Walsh who, together with tem-mates and former members of The Tribes, Donal MacAonghusa and Ciaran Coyne, recently won the Camrose Trials to select a team to represent the CBAI in the Camrose Series (Home Internationals) which will take place over two weekends in 2016: January 8/10 and March 4/6. The first weekend will take place at the City North Hotel, Gormanstown, Co. Meath. The sescond weeknd will be played at a venue in Wales.  

Well done to all four players.

Paul J Scannell, 21st September, 2015

Click anywhere in this window to access a PhotoGallery of 55 photos tken during last night's President's Dinner.

Paul J Scannell, 28th May 2015

List of all Prize Categories and associated Prize-Winners.

Click anywhere in this window to view.

Paul J Scannell, 28th May 2015

Final ranking for President's Prize.

Click anywhere in this window to view the listing.

Paul J Scannell, 28th May, 2015

Rankings for several Special Category Awards including

Pair of the Year

Best in Grade of the Year

Most Improved Pair of the Year

Highest Single Session Score of the Year

Click anywhere in this window to view listings.

Paul J Scannell, 28th May 2015

Rankings for Most Improved Performance - 2013/14 v 2014/15

Pair

Player

Click anywher in this window to view the rankings of eligible players/pairs.

Paul J Scannell, 28th May 2015. 

(Left to right): Seamus MacMathuna, Maura O'Farrell, Enda Glynn, Paul Scannell. 

Note:Joan Kenny subbed for Paul in the 2nd session.

Paul J Scannell, 8th May, 2015

Fearghal O'Boyle, President CBAI, with Tribes Bridge Club member Bridie Redahan at last year's Yeats Country Congress.

Click anyhwere in this window to view Congress Brochure.

Paul J Scannell, 6th May, 2015

Please note that the President's (Dr. Seamus MacMathuna) Prize will take place on Thursday, 21st May. This year it will take the form of a SINGLE session event using the traditional Rainbow Movement where every player plays each board with a different partner and against different opponents!

The President's Dinner will take place the following week on Thursday, 28th May

Put the dates in your diary!

Paul J Scannell, 6th May, 2015. 

Congratulations to Lynn Duffy & Deirdre Quin, winners of the Dr Mulhern Perpetual Trophy 2014-15 who are photographed receiving the cup from Colette Muhern.

This marks the first win of a Major Tribres Bridge Club Competition for this partnership. Well done to both players.

Paul Scannell, 27th March, 2015

Today Enda Glynn attained the highest ranking of Irish bridge players...Grand Master.

Congratulations to Enda on joining this small and select group of Irish bridge players.  And in that context the Tribes Bridge Club is proud to have two such memebrs among its ranks, Rory Timlin having previously attained this grade a couple of years ago.

Paul J Scannell, 22nd March, 2015

Congratulations to Geraldine Carroll & Bernie Forde who today won the National Intermmediate 'A' Pairs Championhsip.

And Marion Coy & Deirdre McCoy finished a very creditable 6th in the same event and won the prize for Best A2 pair.

In the Inter 'B' event Orla O'Carroll & Margaret Forde finished 9th.

In the National Pairs Championship (Davidson Cup) Enda Glynn finished 2nd.

And thanks to Marion Coy for taking and forwarding the photo!

Well done to all concerned.

Paul J Scannell, 22nd March, 2015 

Another interesting hand from the 1st session of the Dr. Mulhern Perpetual Trophy.

Did you play this hand in spades, preferably at the 4 level?

And did you make ten tricks?

Paul J Scannell, 11th March 2015

A very interesting hand from the 1st session of the Dr.Mulhern Perpetual Trophy.

Did you bid a slam on this board?

And did you make all 13 thricks?

Paul J Scannell, 11th March 2015

2015 Winners of the Geraldldine O'Flynn Team of Four (Handicap)

Left to right: Imelda Murphy, Carol Duffy, Mary Duffy, Kay Hayes

Paul J Scannell, 28th February 2015

Paul Scannell & Enda Glynn, winners of the inaugural Corn na dTreabh, handicap Pairs Championship receiving the trophy from club President Seamus Mac Mathuna who had donated the cup to the Tribes Bridge Club.

Paul J Scannell, 25th February 2015

The two session Pairs Championhsip for the Dr Mulhern Perpetual Trophy will take place on 5th & 12th March, 2015.

Pre-entry is required. Please contact Enda Glynn (Tournament Director) or Seamus Mac Mathuna (President) if you intend playing in this competition.

Contact details can be found on the Committee page under the Information sub-menu on the Home Page of this website.

Paul J Scannell, 24th February, 2015

Please note that results of Geraldine O'Flynn T/4 uploaded last Friday have been adjusted due to the fact that a board in Section B in the 2nd Session was switched.

Amended results have now been uploaded to the website.

Paul J Scannell, 24th February, 2015

Please note that due to errors in original scores for the 1st session of the Geraldine O'Flynn T/4 (handicap) a revised set of results has now been computed and uploaded to the website. 

Paul J Scannell, 17th February, 2015

Corn na dTreabh (Handicap Pairs Championship)

Click anywhere in this window to view the complete set of results, including handicaps, and final ranking for this competition.

Paul J Scannell, 29th January, 2015

Please Note:

To view the results of the 1st Session of the Corn na dTreabh Handicap Pairs Championship with handicaps click anywhere in this window.

Paul J Scannell, 15th January 2015

It is with much sadness that we report the passing of Malcolm Ryder, a long-standing member of the Tribes Bridge Club. 

FUNERAL ARRANGEMENTS:

Reposing in O'Flaherty's Funeral Home, Munster Ave, Galway from 17.30 on Monday, 29th December.

Removal to St. Joseph's Church, Presentation Road, Galway at 19.00.  

Mass at 10.00 on Tuesday, 30th December. 

Paul J Scannell, 23rd December 2014

Click anywhere in this window to view a PhotoGallery of the Tribes Bridge Club Christmas Party.

Paul J Scannell, 19th December 2014

Click anywhere in this window to view the Final Scores, Rankings and Prize-Winners from the

Ryder Cup 2014-2015

Paul J Scannell, 9th December 2014

Once upon a time there was no Tribes Bridge Club...and then, on the 7th January1971....

Click anywhere in this window to find out what happened next...

Paul J Scannell, 5th December 2014

Congratulations to Rory Timlin & Maurice Hession on winning the Ryder Cup.  They are pictured receivng the cup from Seamus MacMathuna, President, Tribes Bridge Club.

Final results can be accesed on the Results Page (27th November):

Paul J Scannell, 5th December, 2014

Overall National results can be viewed by clicking anywhere in this window.

Paul J Scannell, 7th November, 2014

At the the AGM on 9th October, Dr. Seamus Mac Mathuna assumed the office of President of the Tribes Bridge Club for the 2014-2015 season

Other officers and committee members elected incldue the following:

Hon. Secretary - Irene Wall

Hon. Treasurer - Frank Reynolds

Chief Tournamnet Director - Enda Glynn

Chief Scorer - Michael O'Connor

Representative on Galway Bridge Centre Committee - Liam Faherty

Committee Members - Geraldine Carroll, Mary Dolan, Liam Faherty, Paul Scannell

Connacht finiished 2nd in the recent Intermediate Inter-Provincial Championships which were held in Athlone on 1st & 2nd November.

The Connacht team featured a quartet of players form the Tribes Bridge Club:

Enda Glynn, Paul Scannell, Rory Timlin, David Walsh

Click anywhere in this window to view the Final Results Table.

Paul J Scannell, 7th November 2014

Connacht finiished 2nd in the recent Intermediate Inter-Provincial Championships which were held in Athlone on 1st & 2nd November.

The Connacht team featured a quartet of players form the Tribes Bridge Club:

Frank Reynolds & Michael Waldron and Carmel Musitano & Margaret Ford

Click anywhere in this window to view the Final Results Table.

Paul J Scannell, 7th November 2014

CBAI Fun Teams - 7th June

67 teams participated in the hugely popular CBAI Fun Teams which was held in June.  Tribes Bridge Club members performed well:

In 4th place were Margaret Walsh & Ali Zaki, Geraldine Carroll & Phyllis Delaney

[Photo courtesy cbai.ie]

and in 8th place were Rosamund Jennings & Margaret Forde, Carol Duffy & Deirdre Quin

[Photo courtesy cbai.ie]

Congrats to all concerned.

Egan Trophy (All-Ireland T/4) - 7th June

Enda Glynn & Paul Scannell, together with team-mates Gay Keaveney & Peter Goodman, finished 2nd in this prestigious T/4 competition which is open to winners of National T/4 Championships and Open and Ladies International Squads with a fixed quota of 4 NIBU teams and 6 CBAI teams.

Ballina Congress - 12th July

This popular congress, traditionally the last one of the year, is held in Ballina in mid-July.

Rose Higgin & Nancy McKnight finished a creditable 10th of 47 pairs competing in the Intermediate Pairs

Deirdre Quin & Lynn Duffy finished 15th of 66 pairs competing in the Congress Pairs and won the prize for Best Area Master

And club members hit the jackpot in the Intermediate T/4:

1st Marion Coy & Deirdre McCoy, Michael Waldron & Declan Harte

2nd Rose Higgin & Nancy McKnight together with former Tribes BC member Mary-Jo Kelly & L Keane

[All photos from Ballina Congress courtesy www.fob.ie]

Well done to all.

Sony Britton Trophy - 9th August

This annual competition between the CBAI (Contract Bridge Association of Ireland) and NIBU (Northern Ireland Bridge Union) features six teams on each side:

Open, Ladies, Masters, Inter A, Inter B, Officials

When the dust had settled the CBAI squeaked a win with a combined score of 491.18 versus 468.82 for the NIBU teams.

A major contribution to the CBAI win was produced by the current holders of the Bankers Trophy (National Inter A T/4 Champions):

Michael O'Gara, Billy Cunniffe, Deirdre Quin and Clare Strecker

In the Sony Britton Trophy, not only did they end up on the winning CBAI team but their individual team score was the second highest of the six CBAI teams and third highest of the combined CBAI and NIBU teams, 12 in total.

[Photo: Gordon Lessells]

Well done to all four players.

A very successful summer for members of the Tribes Bridge Club. And apologies if I have missed other successes!

Paul J Scannell, 3rd September, 2014

Click anywhere in this window to view a PhotoGallery of Prize-Winners and Special Awards recipients at the recent President's Dinner.

All photos taken by Mary Healy

Paul J Scannell, 31st May, 2014

Congratulations to John Kilbane, Winner of the President's Prize 2014.

See results calendar for detailed results of President's Prize.

Click anywhere in this window to view a list of all prize-Winners at President's Dinner.

Paul J Scannell, 31st May, 2014

The Western Region scored a notable double recently in Athlone when teams won The Kelburne Cup and The Bankers Trophy.

Tribes Bridge Club Members Enda Glynn, Paul Scannell and Rory Timlin won the major event (Kelburne Cup) with a dramatic overhaul of the long-time leaders in the last round.

And in strikingly similar fashion Bill Cunniffe, Michael O'Gara and Deirdre Quin also vaulted into the top spot on the last round of the Bankers Trophy!

And in another fine performance, club members Marion Coy and Deirdre McCoy finished 11th (of 27) and arrowly missed out on winning the Best A2 prize in the Bankers Trophy

And, as a consequence of theses two wins, the Western Region was also presented with the Marie Cummins Trophy which is awarded to the best performing region in all three competitions (Kelburne, Bankers and Tierney Trophy (Intermeditae B).

Paul J Scannell, 8th May, 2014

ENTRY LIST UPDATED as at 23rd April

Click anyhwere in this window to view a list, as at 23rd April, of teams entered for the Club T/4 scheduled to be played on 24th April and 1st May.

Entries still being accepted...please contact the undersigned.

Paul J Scannell, 22nd April 2014

Congratulations to Liam Faherty and John Kilbane winners of the Dr. Mulhern Perpetual Trophy 2014. The winners are seen here being presented with the trophy by Colette Mulhern. Also featured in the photo is Mary Dolan, Hon. Sec. Tribes Bridge Club.

Paul J Scannell, 19th March, 2014

What an interesting set of boards in the 1st Session of the Dr. Mulhern Trophy...particularly if you were playing in the East/West direction!

Four potential slam opportunities in boards 1-10

How did you fare?

Click anywhere in this window to review the four boards.

Paul J Scannell, 6th March 2014

Entries now being accepted for the 2013-2014 Mulhern Trophy which will take place on 27th February and 6th March.

Click anywhere in this window to view entries as at 3pm on Sunday, 23rd February

Paul J Scannell, 19th February 2014

updated 23rd February

It is with great sadness that we heard of the recent passing of Tribes Bridge Club member Teresa Maher (Tuam) who died suddenly on Saturday morning.

Remains reposing at Glynn's Funeral Home, High St, Tuam, this Monday from 6pm. Removal to the Cathedral of the Assumption, Tuam at 8pm. Funeral Mass Tuesday at 11.00am followed by burial in Tuam cemetery. 

Full details available on www.RIP.ie

May she Rest In Peace.

Paul  Scannell, 22nd February 2014

updated 23rd February

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Fifteen members of the Tribes Bridge Club participated in the recent trip to Westport. Members travelled (nine by mini-bus and others by car) to Westport on Tuesday 11th February and duly checked in to the 4* CastleCourt Hotel. A pre-dinner drink reception was held in Petie Joe's Bar at 18.30. This was followed by an excellent 4 course dinner in the Orchard Restaurant. The first of two 16 person individuals took place after dinner in the Ashleigh Suite. We are indebted to Ray & Helen Norton from Catlebar for travelling to Westport for the evening to make up the numbers. Kathleen Lovely fiished 1st. Lil Corless was 2nd and Bernie Forde was 3rd. Most members then adjourned to the bar fo a night-cap...or two...or three!

Wednesday morning saw members enjoy a hearty breakfast followed by a review and analysis of hands from the previous evening's competition. And members were introduced to Lebensohl, amongst a number of other conventions, which was quickly re-named as 'Lemon Sole' by a quick-witted member from Tuam!  

The afternoon was 'free' and another pre-dinner drink was consumed by all at 18.30 and this was again followed by another excellent four course dinner. The second 'individual' competition took place in the Ashleigh Suite where local players Jackie Bolster (President Noth-West Region) and Frank Gillan made up the numbers. Jackie went on to finish a very clear 1st, followed by Peggy Fay in 2nd place and Mabel Cahill was 3rd. Another post-bridge drinking session took place in the bar albeit that everyone was in bed a lot earlier than the previous night!

Thursday morning saw everyone (or almost everyone) enjoy a good breakfast which was followed by a review and analysis of the hands that were played the previous evening. 

And other than the return trip to Galway, that concluded the Tribes Bridge Club trip to Westport!  A wonderful, if short, 'away from home' session that was thoroughly enjoyed by all who travelled.

Click here to view photos of the trip.

Paul J Scannell, 19th February, 2014

An interesting hand that arose in the 1st Session of the Geraldine O'Flynn T/4.

It illustrates the importance of planning ahead as declarer.

Paul J Scanenll, 5th February, 2014

Another 'Power of Shape' hand, combined with the use of a Splinter bid and RKCB (Roman Keycard Blackwood) that was played on 12th December 2013.

Well done to Michael and Malcolm!

Paul J Scannell, 5th February 2014.

Those who attended the Tribes Bridge Club Christmas Party 2013 were treated to a surprise musical performance by Maron Donlon's younger brother. He is better known to the world at large as.....

Frankie Gavin

He was accompanid by George from California. And Michelle Lally performed two songs. 

Click this link to watch and listen to what was a super performance that was enjoyed by all present.

Paul J Scannell, 30th December, 2013

Although I might be biased, I think the Christmas Party 2013 was a great success. A 'Prosecco and Nibbles' reception upon arrival was followed by a short game of bridge. And then it was 'Dinner', once again courtesy of N2 Style Catering. Upon completion of the meal there was the presentation of prizes in respect of the Turkey Competition (12th December).  And then we had the surprise entertainment.... Frankie Gavin accompanied by George and singer Michelle Lally.

Thanks to the three Marys (Dolan, Healy, Scannell) for their help on the night as well as committee members (Geraldine Carroll, Ann Costello, Seamus MacMathuna) who assisted with the set-up in the afternoon and all who helped with the cleanup after the event!.

Link to photos (courtesy of Mary Healy) can be found here.

And bridge resumes on Thursday, 2nd January, 2014, at the usual time.

Paul J Scannell, 29th December, 2013

The Tribes Bridge Club Christmas Party will take place at the Galway Bridge Centre on Thursday, 19th December. If you have not already confirmed your attendance please contact Paul Scannell ASAP.

The evening will commence at 19.15 with a glass of something bubbly...and a non-bubbly something for those who do not like bubbly things! This will be accompanied by nibbles and dips!

A short game of bridge will then take place and this will be followed by dinner accompanied by wine or non-alcoholic drink according to your preference.

Prizes for the Turtkey Competition will then be presented.

And the evening will conclude with a musical performance of circa 25-30 mins duration.

Looking forward to seeing you there.

Paul J Scanenll, 17th December, 2013

Apologies for the delay in posting the results of the Turkety Comeptition...my PC ailed badly over the past week and is only now back in working order after three visits from a technician under a 3 Year Extended Warranty which I had the good fortune to purchase at the time that I bought the computer in October 2012...   

Anyway, results of the Turkey Competition can now be found on the Compettions Page (see entry forTurkey Competition 2013-2014).  Note that the results shown via the Home Page reflect Gross Scores ONLY whereas thiose on the Competitions Page include Handicaps.

Prizes will be presented at the Christmas Party on Thursday, 19th December.

Paul J Scannell, 17th December, 2013

Congratulations to Connie Canavan & Mauereen Kenny on winning the Best Intermediate prize in the recent two-session Ryder Cup. They are pictured here with the salver which was presented to them last Thursday. They finished in a very creditable 9th position overall and as the leading Intermediate Pair.  Well done Connie & Maureen.

Paul Scannell, 29th November, 2013

Let's Take A Closer Look!

Watch Eamon Dolan at the helm as he gets full value from his shapely hand and demonstates'The Power of Shape'

Paul J Scannell, 5th December, 2013

Check out the latest entry in this series. This one deals with the Rule of 20 ...and the Power of Shape,

See menur entry on left-hand side of Home Page

Paul J Scannell,

30th October, 2013

Calling all members of the Tribes Bridge Club!

Tribes Bridge Club commences its 2013/2014 season on Thursday, 19th September, 2013.

Looking forward to seeing all current members...and perhaps a sprinkling of new members...and maybe even some former members...

Paul J Scannell,

16th September 2013

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Belatedly!!!

I ment to upload this link earlier in the summer...so, apologies for the delay!

Click anywhere in this window to access a YouTube video clip of (approx. 22 mins duration) that I created of the Galway BayTones performing at the President's Dinner, 30th May, 2013'.

Enjoy!

Paul J Scannell, 16th September, 2013

Click anywhere in this window to access a PhotoGallery of 80 photos taken during the President's Dinner.

I am indebted to my good friend Mary Healy who took all the photos of the Presentation of Prizes.

Paul J Scannell, 4th June, 2013

President's Prize. Final Rankings. Click anywhere in this window to view list.

Paul J Scannell, 31st May, 2013

Click anywhere in this window for list of Prize-Winners at president's Dinner on Thursday, 30th May.

Paul J Scannell, 31st May, 2013

And so another year comes and goes. And boy, how it flew!

The final night of the current season will take place on Thursday, 30th May when the President's Dinner will be held in the Galway Bridge Centre.

Proceedings will commence at 19.15 with a short Reception...nibbles and a welcome drink for all!  This will be followed by a game of 'Speedball'...bridge played under strict time limits! 

Dinner will be served circa 21.00 and this will be followed by Presentation of Prizes...including President's Prize and a host of Special Prizes. In Gaybo fashion...there should be one for everyone in the audience!

The evening will conclude with a short mystery musical presentation of approx. 20-25 mins duration.

Paul J Scannell, 28th May 2013

This is a list of entries for the President's Prize (16th & 23rd May) as at 11am on 16th May.

Click anywhere in this window to view the list of entries.

Please contact me on 087-2494797 should you have a query

Paul J Scannell, 16th May

Update #2

The scores for Teams 7 & 16 have been adjusted because of an issue with Board #17 in the direct match.

Please note that the correct total score for Team #16 is 113VPs as indicated on the Results Page and not 112VPs as shown on the Competition Page.

Players are reminded to be careful when replacing the cards in the board after a hand has been played so as not to cause the board to become 'switched' thus making it unplayable at the next and subsequent tables.

Click anywhere in this window to view the updated scores.

Paul J Scannell, 29th April 2013

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Update #1

Please note that the scores issued on Thursday night have been amended to take account of the fact that Board# 19 was mis-boarded and consequently the results for that Board had to be scrapped in respect of that match.

Click anywhere in this window to view the updated scores.

Paul J Scannell, 26th April 2013

On Thursday, 7th March 2013, 26 members of the Tribes Bridge Club undertook a return train trip to Dublin. A T/4 bridge competition was played on both train journeys...18 boards on outward leg and 15 boards on return leg.

Upon arrival at Hesuton Station in Dublin the party made its way to the Natural Museum of Culture and History which is located in the former Collins Barracks, a short walk from the station or a single stop for Luas users. After a lunch in 'Brambles' Cafe on the site of the museum most members toured the various exhibitions / displays whereas a handful went on a shopping tour in Dublin City!

The return train trip saw members arrived back in Galway at 18.50hrs whereupon several proceeded to the Galway Bridge Centre for the regular club game.

Click anywhere in this window to access a  PhotoGallery of the trip in a separate window in your browser. Close the Tab/Window when finished viewing the photos.

Paul J Scannell, 9th March 2013

The Dr Mulhern Perpetual Trophy for the 2012-13 season was won by Henry Curran & Maurice Hession. Paul & Enda finished 2nd and 3rd place was taken by Colette & Marie.

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Paul J Scannell, 9th March 2013

I recently came across a series of books by Andrew Robson, a World Individual Silver Medallist and Former World and European Champion) and also author of the highly acclaimed daily Bridge column in the London Times as well as proprietor of a very successful Bridge School/Club in London which boasts in excess of 2,000 members!

This document contains an extract of the index of topics covered in one of these books (Signal & Discard) as well as a sample of two pages which illustrate the approach used by the author. Click anywhere in this window to view the short document with sample pages.

Andrew Robson is renowned for his teaching ability (as well as his undoubted prowess as a player) and I was very impressed with the content and style of presentation with which he handles the various topics covered.

At present there are circa 12 books in this series, each one of approximately 25 pages and covering 40-50 hands, related to a particular theme. The various hands illustrate an aspect of bidding, defence or declarer play related to the theme of the particular book.

Titles include:

Bidding as Opener

Responder and Fourth Suit Forcing

Stayman & Transfer

Double

Overcall

Hand Evaluation & The Losing Trick Count

Opening lead

Defence

Signal & Discard

Declaring Notrump Contracts

Endplay & Squeeze

If there is sufficient interest from members I would be prepared to arrange purchase and delivery.  Cost would be approximately €7 per title, including shipping.  These titles are not currently available via the CBAI shop.

Paul J Scannell 14th February, 2013

Spot the odd one out!

Remember that East/West are responsible for checking the score that is input by North. The culpability for incorrectly entered scores does NOT rest solely with North!

In this case N/S suffered a loss of 5 points and E/W gained 5. But it could have been more significant.

So N/S, please be vigilant when entering scores via the Bridgemates...and E/W be even more vigilant when checking them.

And the following was another error on the same night!

Note that in both of these examples the error was not about recording the wrong contract but rather recording the wrong declarer!

So, did you enjoy the Christmas Party?  Or, maybe you missed it!

Well, now you can re-live one of the exciting moments as 'Carabells' (conducted by Kathy Fahey) perform 'Jingle Bells' ...with the assistance of the 'Tribes Bridge Club Christmas Party Choir!'

Click anywhere in this window to view the 2min and 14sec performance!

N.B. Click the 'Back' button on your browser to return to the Tribes Bridge Club website.

Hopefully more to come!

With best wishes to all members for a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

Paul J Scannell,

President,

Tribes Bridge Club

The interim rankings for a new competition, Small Slammer of the Year' can be viewed under 'Competitions'.

Qualification criteria with regard to MINIMUM number of events played during the year may be raised at a later date.

Click anywhere in this window to view current rankings!

Paul J Scannell, 5th December 2012

Whereas Brenda had hoped to make her return to the Tribes Bridge Club last Thursday that turned out not to be the case. She has been advised to take things easy for a while and hopes to make her return at some time in the near future!

Paul J Scannell, 16th January, 2013

Brenda returned home just before Christmas and has made an amazing recovery! In fact her recovery has been so good that she hopes to mark her return to the bridge table when she recommences at the Tribes Bridge Club on Thursday, 10th January 2013!

Brenda, we look forward to welcoming you back.

Paul J Scannell, 3rd January, 2013

I visited Brenda in Merlin Park Hospital yesterday and was delighted to find her in great form. She is making super progress and all going well she will be home for Christmas.

She was particularly delighted with the Get Well Card and was looking forward to reading  the goodwill messages at her leisure later in the day.

She is receiving regular physiotherapy sessions and the nurses are very pleased with her progress.

Paul J Scannell, Sunday, 8th December, 2012

Update, 29th November

Brenda has now been re-located to Unit 4, Merlin Park Hospital, Galway where she is making steady progress with her recovery.

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Brenda took a tumble at the Galway Bridge Centre just prior to the last round of the first session of the Ryder Cup on Thursday, 15th November, 2012. She was attended to by several club members, in particular Geraldine Carroll, before being transferred by ambulance service to University Hospital Galway.

Friday, 16th November. I called the hospital and was advised that Brenda is in fine spirits and making a good recovery from her unfortunate accident.

All her friends at the Tribes Bridge Club wish her a speedy recovery and look forward to welcoming her back to the club ASAP.

Paul J Scannell

14:50 hrs, Friday, 16th November, 2012

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UPDATE - Tuesday, 20th November,

Club Secretary, Rosamund Jennings, visited Brenda in St. Finbar's ward and found Brenda in good form. And with a smile on her face! As Brenda said to Ros 'It's a bad day when I do not have a smile on my face'!

 

The above represents the scores entered for board # 17 recently. THREE North/South pairs entered an incorrect contract and THREE East/West pairs failed to spot the error.

Note that in this case the error (entering 4♥ instead of 4♠) did not cause a problem with the scoring of the board.

HOWEVER, if 4♦ had been entered instead of 4♥ or 4♣ instead of 4♠ then a major discrepancy would have occurred and one pair would have suffered a big loss in their overall score and the other pair would have gained.

Remember, as with all computers GIGO always applies, i.e Garbage In, Garbage Out.  Computers can only process what is input.

So, let us all be vigilant. North/South in terms of what is originally entered into the Bridgemate and East/West in ensuring that what is entered is correct.

If the score is incorrectly entered then please call the Bridgemate operator who will correct the error.

The President's Prize will take place over two sessions, 15th & 22nd May, and will be followed by the President's Dinner on Thursday, 29th May.

Entries now being taken for the President's Prize which will take the form of a two session Individual using the Rainbow Movement whereby players play each board with a different partner!

Paul Scannell, 8th May, 2014

Click anywhere in this window to view a list of entries for the President's Prize (15th & 22nd May) as at 23.00hrs on 13th May, 2014.

Paul J Scannell, 13th May, 2014

Get ready!

....hope you had a good summer!

Tribes Bridge Club starts afresh for the 2014-2015 season on Thursday, 18th September!

Look forward to welcoming old friends, and hopefully some new members, for the coming season!

Paul J Scannell, 2nd September, 2014

The annual Turkey Competition will take place on Thursday, 11th December.

This is a HANDICAP event.  Details can be found on the Turkey Competition page in the section 'Competitions 2014-2015' on the Menu on left-hand side of this page.

Not also that the Average Score for all players, which is used to automatically calculate handicaps, can be found in the Handicaps page in the section 'Competitions 2014-2015' on the Menu on left-hand side of this page.   

Paul J Scannell, 5th Decembr 2014

The annual Christmas Party will take place on Thursday, 18th December in the Bridge Centre.

19.30 - Bridge Game

21.00 - Dinner

22.00 - Presentation of Prizes for Turkey Competition

22.30 - Table Quiz

All times (apart from Bridge Game) are approximate.

If you have not already signalled your intention to attend and wish to do so, please contact Seamus Mac Mathuna, ASAP, on 085 161 1443

Paul J Scannell, 15th December 2014

Please note that the 1st Session of this new two session pairs event will take place this coming Thursday (15th January... the 2nd Session will take place on Thursday 22nd January).

Pre-entry is required and if you would like to play and have not already submitted an entry, then please make contact with either Seamus MacMathuna (President) or Enda Glynn (Tournament Director).

UPDATE

Handicaps for this event are calculated on the basis of Partnership Average over the period 9th January 2014 - 8th January 2015. The actual handicap, in percentage terms, is automatically calculated using a formula of subtracting the Partnship's Average from 62. Thus a Partnership Average of 57% would equate to a handicap of +5%.  

Where a non-regualr pertnership is enterd for this event the Handicap is based on the combined Individual Average of the two players over the period 9th January 2014 - 8th January 2015. 

Partnership Averages and Individual Avergaes can be viewed in the Competitions 2014-2015 menu on right-hand side of Home Page.

Paul Scannell, 15th January, 2015

The Geradline O'flynn T/4 Championhsip (Handicap)  will take place over the next two weeks with the 1st Session on Thursday, 12th February. The 2nd Session will take place on the following Thursday, 19th February.

Please note that this competition requires pre-entry. If you intend to play and have not yet entered then please make contact with either of the following:

President: Seamus Mac Mathuna

Tournament Director: Enda Glynn  

Paul J Scannell, 6th February 2015