Sadly Clare Pippet passed away on Sunday July 12th, following a long illness. Clare was an outstanding bridge player and the members of Abbey Bridge Club were proud to have Clare as one of our longest serving members.  She represented Ireland on many occasions and won several prestigious national events. Clare also played an integral part in the administration of CBAI for many years holding the positions of Eastern Region President, CBAI President, IBU President, Hon. Treasurer of CBAI and Trustee of the Association. Abbey Bridge Club members extend our condolences to her husband Vincent, children Michele, Damian, and Vinnie and the extended family. May she rest in peace.

Cathal Louth was elected president for the 2026/2027 bridge season at the AGM held in April. We all wish Cathal well and hope he enjoys his year as president. 

The committee is:
Keith Clarke - Secretary
Mary Flynn - Treasurer
Bernadette Rountree, Peter McWalter, Maura Kavanagh, Jacqui Devereau and Eric Levingstone are continuing as Tournament Directors.

The Abbey Bridge Club team won the 2024 Massey Bros. League Senior section. Congratulations to the six person team of Cathal Louth, Keith Clarke, Mary Flynn, Bernadette Rountree, Pascal Doyle and Margaret Walshe. Pictured receiving their trophies from Eastern Region President Maura Kavanagh are Keith Clarke, Bernadette Rountree, Cathal Louth and Mary Flynn, with two representatives from Massey Bros.