With the move to online, the Competitions Committee have now been able to review the format of WPLO taking into account some of the past feedback received that, until the move online, were previously unable to implement for logistical reasons.  One of these is the desire to play more boards per match in Division A and Division B, but this was not the feeling of players in Division C.  To try to accommodate all, as you may recall that, prior to lockdown we addressed this by playing 3 sessions (evenings) of 9 board matches and 2 sessions of 14 board matches.  The reason for this was because playing a different number of boards across the 3 divisions was a recipe for disaster and so we avoided it.  However, there are no risks of doing this online, so we are pleased to be able to provide something that has been long sought after by many, along with some other amendments. 

The formation for WPLO from February 2022 will, therefore, be as follows:

Divisions A & B
The aim is to run with 7 Tables (14 pairs) in each playing 2 x 12 board matches per session (evening)

Division C
The aim is to run 6+ Tables (12+ pairs) continuing to play 3 x 8 board matches per session.

The Swiss will continue to be reset after the 3^rd session in all divisions – this means that you cannot play the same pair twice in the first three sessions of a series (a series is each of the 5 sessions Sept-Jan then Feb-June), nor in the last two sessions of a series, but you can play the same pair in the final two sessions that you already played in the first three sessions.

In order to achieve the desired number of tables in Divisions A and B from February 2022, the following will apply to the current series promotion relegations following the January session with any new entrants being considered in the usual way:

1. Division A – 4 pairs will be demoted to Division B.
2. Division B – 2 pairs will be promoted to Division A.
3. Division C – A line will be drawn on the Division B ranking list under 12^th place, with the players below 12^th place forming the new Division C.

Promotion/Relegation from February 2022 will be 3 pairs up and 3 pairs down.

The Competitions Committee is also reviewing the rules regarding sitouts/pair offs and substitutes when a player, or pair, is unable to make one of the sessions, and is considering reintroducing the requirement to either play, substitute one or both players, or pair off.  A pair off is when a pair joins up with another pair in the same divisions to sitout the same session.  The current provision is that players can send substitutes or sitout.  If players choose to sitout this can result in a half table, which is not ideal.  If you have any strong feeling on the position of substitutes, pair offs etc, please do feedback as soon as possible; we will be making a final decision between sessions 3 and 4 of this series.

Thank you.

Warwickshire vs Staffs & Shrops

Dawes 20-0

Porter 11-9

Markham 13-7

More details can be found in the Midland Counties League section

7 - 9 January 2022
 
Online @
Bridgebase Online (BBO)

Organiser (Darren): 07977 481399

PRE-ENTRY (and payment) REQUIRED

Events:
Friday @ 2pm - Open Pairs - Blue Pointed - £2 per player
Comprising: Mixed Pairs & Flitch, Ladies' Pairs & Men's Pairs
Friday @ 7pm - Championship Pairs - Blue Pointed - £2 per player
Saturday @ 12pm - Swiss (Danish Style) Pairs - Green Pointed  - £11 per player
(finish circa 7.30pm)
Sunday @ 12pm - Swiss (Danish Style) Teams - Green Pointed  - £11 per player
(finish circa 6.30pm)

Danish Style - You may play the same pair/team on multiple occasions.
Each round is assigned (Swiss Pairs is straight MPs, no VPs)
based on ranks, ie 1v2, 3v4, 5v6, etc.

Trophies are not awarded.
Prizes will be announced at the start of each event

Partners and Teammates can be arranged - please Email here

*See Terms & Conditions, which you agree to when you enter and/or play

Please complete and submit the entry form

Please note that entry is only confirmed once payment is received - you will receive an email when you submit your entry.

Midland Counties Congress, Warwickshire CBA

♣ ♦ ♥ ♠ Warwickshire Online Club (WOC) using Bridgebase Online (BBO) & Realbridge (RB) ♣ ♦ ♥ ♠ 

WOC operates independent of Warwickshire’s normal face-to-face programme, with its own set of (simpler) guidelines/rules, which you will agree to when you register and each time you play, with a focus on fair and enjoyable bridge.  Pre-registration is required (below), of your Name, EBU Number, Email Address and BBO ID (please check carefully for spaces, etc), where applicable.  Membership of WOC is free and open to anyone (EBU member or not).   Each time you play (excluding leauge matches) you will either pay table money at the point of entry (BBO) (details on the EBU website), or pre-pay (RB).

Warwickshire’s online programme includes:

Online League – Entry Closed.  The 2021/22 League and Handicap Draws are now live.  Please see links under Warwickshire Online Club (left hand menu).  Any questions regarding the League should be emailed to the League Secretary, Derek Oddy.

Monthly sessions as follows:

• 2^nd Tuesday of the month @ 7.15pm - Gentle Pairs - BBO
  • A drop-in, match-pointed pairs, event open to those who have been playing for no more than 4 years - Run over 5 months (series) with the best 4 scores counting for the overall winner.  You can change partnerships if you wish, but qualifying scores will only be from those of the same pairing.  Pre-entry required with Myra by 12.00 on the day of the event at the latest.  Your entry will be confirmed by 14.00 along with any other information.  NB You can play in these events without any commitment to the 5 months' series.  Remember you should have pre-registered as a member of WOC before this (only required once). Please contact Myra if you have any questions.  Look (and register) for the event: WOC - Gentle Pairs - Entry Fee: 4BBO$ per person payable at event registration.
• 3^rd Tuesday @ 7.10pm for 7.15pm WPLOnline (Pairs) - RealBridge 
  • Entry now closed.  A link will be emailed to you for each session.  An email will be sent w/c 13th September with details.  If you have any quesitons please email here.
    • Useful Information
    • If you are having difficulties finding a substitute pair, the confirmed absentee list may help you decide whether to continue the search or sit the session out.  If you have notified us of your inability to play and you are not listed, please do let us know as your absence may not be registered correctly, thank you.
    • RealBridge Links and Overall VP Tables may be found in the under WPLO in the lefthand menu (or below it).

If you have any questions, etc, please email the competitions team here

Check your WOC Registrations Here
If your name is not listed, and you expect it to be, please re-register below.
Register for WOC Here:

The 2020-21 Accounts of Warwickshire CBA
(to be presented for members' adoption at the 2022 AGM)

have been independently examined and
are now available for members' perusal - Click Here
You will need to login to view.

If you have any questions regarding the accounts, please email the Treasurer.

2^nd Tuesday of the Month

Sept-June
^{(excluding November)}
@ 7.15pm on BBO

Open to those who have been playing for no more than 4 years - A drop-in, match-pointed pairs, session run over 5 months (series) with the best 4 scores counting for the overall winner. 
You can change partnerships if you wish, but qualifying scores will only be from those of the same pairing. 
Pre-entry required with Myra by 12.00 on the day of the event at the latest. Your entry will be confirmed by 14.00 along with any other information.  

You should have pre-registered (free) as a member of WOC before this (only required once). Please contact Myra if you have any questions.  

Look (and register) for the event: WOC - Gentle Pairs - 4BBO$ per person payable at event registration.

Click here for more information

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