CLYDE BRIDGE CENTRE
GLASGOW'S HOME OF BRIDGE
4 NASMYTH PLACE HILLINGTON G52 4PR
0141 473 3124
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BULLETIN


SUNDAY 7th DECEMBER 5pm

(Xmas Party)
No normal Sunday Tournament 

The Clyde Bridge Centre will be closed on 24th, 25th 26th and 31st December and 1st and 2nd January. 

 AGM ♠ 

 Wednesday 17th December at 415pm ♠ 
PLEASE ATTEND!

Apologies to Maria

 

Seeking a Partner?

Some people have mentioned that they are looking for a regular partner for particular days. If you would like to add your name to a list which can be put on a notice board in the club please email Stephanie with your name, system eg Basic ACOL or 5 card majors and standard eg Beginner/Relaxed/Experienced/Advanced and day(s) you would like to play 

SBU Results Johnston & Jesner Trophies

Please click HERE for the National results and Hands

Results
Thursday Evening Pairs
1900
No Fear Tournament
19.00
Wednesday Afternoon
12.45
Wednesday Evening Pairs (Series Competition)
19.00
Tuesday Afternoon
12.45
BBO
7pm
Monday Evening pairs
19.00
Sunday Relaxed
1pm
Friday Morning Bridge and Crumpets
1030
Thursday Evening Pairs
1900
No Fear Tournament
19.00
Calendar
Fri 5th December 2025
Friday Morning Bridge and Crumpets
1030
Director: Steve Male
Standby: Duncan Hamilton
Sun 7th December 2025
XMAS Party
5pm
Director: Alan Livingstone
Dealer: Kevin & Geraldine
Standby: Stephanie
  (Partner?)
Mon 8th December 2025
Division 2 Match
Downstairs 10.00am
St Andrew vs The Night Owls
Captains: Peter Hodgson / Steve Male
Key Holder/contact: Peter Hodgson
Mon 8th December 2025
Monday Evening pairs
19.00
Director: Peter Hodgson
Standby: David Hadden
Mon 8th December 2025
IMPROVERS' CLASS
10 am- 12pm
Key Holder/contact: Frances/Norma
Tue 9th December 2025
Tuesday Afternoon
12.45
Director: Stephanie Silverstone
Standby: Ken Harkness
Tue 9th December 2025
Division 1 Match
Downstairs 1pm
Merlin vs Glaswegians
Captains: John Gough / Issy Hyman
Key Holder/contact: Stephanie Silverstone TD
Tue 9th December 2025
Division 1
Downstairs 19.00
G.U.U vs Myra’s Marvels
Captains: Louis Glekin / Tom Fisken
Key Holder/contact: Angus Macdonald
CLYDE BRIDGE CENTRE
CLYDE BRIDGE CENTRE

See Our Picture gallery Under the Home Tab to look inside
Normally The Clyde Bridge is easily accessible from the North and South of Glasgow, Paisley, Dumbarton, Erskine, Kilmarnock, Greenock, Hamilton, East Kilbride & Cumbernauld. However extra time may be required due to major roadworks which have started on the M8. See HERE for more information.
Our Bridge Academy has a range of courses to meet all levels of players from beginners to experienced. See Where & When We Play for list of tournaments.  But first see our Picture Gallery and then visit us and see for yourself

Visitors: All visitors are welcome up to a maximum of six visits per year.

Play & Learn in the Festive Spirit
Play & Learn in the Festive Spirit

Play and Learn had a slightly unusual tournament this week! They  held a Revision Night/Back-to-Basics Special, and to keep things cheerful there was a festive twist. The ladies were invited to arrive in Christmas sparkle, while the gents competed fiercely for the title of Ugliest (and Funniest!) Acrylic Christmas Jumper.
The fun element worked wonders — the bridge was lively, the laughter plentiful, and the outfits… unforgettable. More Photos of the night can be found by clicking on the Home Page tab above, then Photo Gallery. 

Xmas Party
Xmas Party

Our Xmas Extravaganza will be held on Sunday 7th December 5pm. Tickets £15 will include Buffet, Wine, Quiz & Bridge.  There may be one or two last minute places due to winter colds so email Ileen if you would like a ticket. There will be a standby.

Under 21's Training Day
Under 21's Training Day

It's not just us saying it - it's the young people themselves from their feedback forms. They had a  GREAT  day on Saturday 30th November. 

Unfortunately there are a couple of "call offs" due to illness but 8 young people from the West of Scotland met together under the auspices of Peter Clarke, Douglas Carson, Danny Hamilton and John Di Mambro. They really appreciated the coaching and opportunity to practice as well as getting to know other young people who like them, were serious about Bridge. Perhaps tomorrow's International Champions?  The winners Rachel Yu and Niamh took home a super trophy. 

Scroll through the photos in the Photo Gallery under the Home tab to see the fun!

Help Shape the Future of Youth Bridge in Scotland
Help Shape the Future of Youth Bridge in Scotland

Over the past year, the Scottish Bridge Union (SBU) has made exciting strides in developing Youth Bridge across the country. As their initiatives grow, so does the need for a committed and collaborative team to help them deliver even more impact. They’re now recruiting volunteers to take on key roles within the Youth Bridge programme. If you're organised, enthusiastic, and eager to make a difference in young people's lives through bridge, please contact OpsCoordinator@sbu.org.uk

The Rayne Winners and other Clyde Member achievements!
The Rayne Winners and other Clyde Member achievements!

What a fabulous week for the Clyde members. Congratulations go to the jubilant winners of the prestigious Rayne trophy which is Scotland's premier Teams Championship: Martin Diamond, Mike McGinley, Steve Male and David Shenkin. 
And at the SBU Highland Congress more accolades to the winners of the Pairs Robert Clow & Derek Peden and Clyde winners included in the Teams Angus MacDonald & Kevin Strathern.

You've certainly set the standard for us all to aspire to! 

THE BRIDGE ACADEMY

If you would like to find out more about our next set of Beginner lessons email FRANCES or explore The Bridge Academy tab.

A number of more advanced courses and Master Classes are already in the schedule. Again look at the courses under the Academy tab above for more information. If you are interested in a course that is not featured let us know by emailing The Academy

Lost & Found
Lost & Found

 

Various jackets, jumpers etc have been left behind, and can be retrieved from the cloakroom.

 

Find a Partner/Reserve

Click on Members Only (Navigation Menu above)  Login using your usual ID and password Scroll to the tournament you want to play in using the right hand slider Tick the PR box ( left box of the 3 little boxes).  Press Confirm (near the top) To cancel your request, login as above then untick the PR box and press Confirm To contact someone looking for a Partner, Click on their request to email them or call them using the telephone number displayed.  Or reserve place by ticking PL

Barnet's Corner

Usually the 5 level belongs to the opponents 

This hand is from Wednesday Evening 26th November Board 14

One of the most difficult areas in bridge is judging when to bid 1 more.

Click on Show Answer to explore  one possible auction and get Barnet's tips 

 

West North  East  South
    !NT (1) 2H (2)
5C (3) 5d (4) P (5) P
6C (6) p P
P      

One of the most difficult areas in bridge is judging when to bid 1 more.

look at the bidding here 

1   Weak nt - 11-14
2   Aggressive overcall 
3  West has a 9 card suit - when did you last see one ?
4   North has a good hand with possible 3 places to play. 
5   East has defence and perhaps should x 
6.  West has already bid her hand, She has possible defence in the SK and HQ - both cards proved useful. Pass or x would have been a better option.

At two tables 6C was reached, Both were x and went for 500. The defense took 3 aces and the CK. This was aggravating as NS  could not make any contract on the 5 level in spite of having 3 8 card fits.

Tip ;  The 5 level is usually for the opponents.
Tip :  When your side has the balance of pointa you should have extra distribution to try for a contract at this level
Tip :  If bid as a sacrifice it helps both to have favourable colours on the board . 
Tip ;  Remember even at favourable colours it will be a poor sacrifice if opponents cannot make game - these sacrifices  are called Phantoms.

MEMBER ACCOUNT PAYMENT DETAILS & STATEMENT

For the bank details of where to pay money in for your "tournament" account (NOT membership) please click HERE

To receive an Email of your balance and statement of activity, please enter your SBU number and click “Receive account statement” button below; payments into your account do not appear immediately so recent payments may not show for a week or so. If you experience any problems please email The Treasurer

 





 

 

STANDBY SYSTEM

The Standby System : Members will receive their allocated dates in alphabetical order by email.  All members are required to be a Standby only once in the year and prompt confirmation, or if you cannot manage that date, a speedy response indicating when you are available is greatly appreciated. Members can check  names of the Standby in the Calendar and in the Members Area/list, where you can search by surname or by date. Please ensure you put your date in your own diary. 
When the standby arrives they should sit at the "standby" table and anyone without a partner should add their name to the Diary on the table as they come in. The TD will pair anyone up before the start of the tournament. 

 

KEY Holders

A list of all key holders can be found in the "Members Only" Area of the website. 

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