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NEW BLUE BOOK

The EBU have announced the publication of a new Blue Book which becomes effective from 1st September.

There are changes to

  • Rules on announcements
  • Rules on strong opening bids
  • Rules on non-strong 2-bids and 3-bids (at Level 4)

It can be downloaded from the EBU website at :-   Blue Book

In addition there are also new Alerting and Announcing rules which can be found at :-

New Alerting and Announcing Bidding Rules

It is recommended that clubs should advise their members of the new rules and

club directors should make themselves familiar with the three main changes.

Friendly Pairs - Finchampstead Plate (JACK HIGH) - 26 March 2023
MAIN EVENT INFORMATION

 

Friendly Pairs for the Finchampstead Plate - for pairs with an NGS rating of Jack or less  

 To be held on Realbridge on Sunday 26 March 2023 starting at 1.30 pm

 To assist in planning these events, entries MUST be received by midday on Friday 24 March 2023

 ENTRY FOR THIS EVENT IS FREE BUT YOU MUST REGISTER TO ENTER USING THE BOOKING FORMS AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS PAGE

If you find you are unable to play on the day or are delayed please phone the Event Director on the County mobile (07401 079752) after 8:00 a.m. on the day of the event.  

The above number should also be used in the event of a late cancellation.
Players turning up at an event unexpectedly will not be guaranteed to be allowed to play.

Contact the Events Organiser Mike Ribbins by Click here to Email  or Phone: 01189 473207 for more information.

ABOUT OUR FRIENDLY EVENTS

 

These friendly events are aimed at players who would not normally compete in county competitions.

They are designed for regular and less experienced club players to play in a friendly and relaxed county environment.

We make special efforts to ensure that the events take place in a friendly atmosphere and so, no matter how inexperienced you feel you are, you can be sure of a warm welcome.  

The Pat Husband Trophy is only open to pairs with a rating of Jack or less on the date of registering on the B&BCBA website to play in the Tournament.  

The Tessa Templeton Memorial Trophy is only open to pairs with an NGS rating of 7 or less on the date of registering on the B&BCBA website to play in the Tournament.