Unit 171 is very proud to once again present this event. It has become one of the largest Sectional/NLM Regional tournaments in the country! We invite all players who love bridge and the attractions of the beautiful Blue Ridge mountains of Western NC to once again experience the hospitality of Flat Rock's Blue Ridge Community College, its excellent playing conditions, and the now famous W(h)ine and Cheese receptions.
Wednesday, June 17
ACBL Grass Roots Fund Day
Sectional Pairs/Players receive extra points at no extra charge
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| 9:30 AM |
Nantahala Bracketed RR Teams |
(1 of 2) |
| Stratified Open Pairs |
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| 0 - 500 Pairs |
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| 2:00 PM |
Nantahala Bracketed RR Teams |
(2 of 2) |
| Stratified Open Pairs |
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| 0 - 500 Pairs |
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After the
Games |
Welcome Reception sponsored by St Paul Mountain Vineyards |
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Thursday, June 18
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| 9:30 AM |
Connestee Bracketed RR Teams |
(1 of 2) |
| Stratified Open Pairs |
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| 0 - 500 Pairs |
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| 2:00 PM |
Connestee Bracketed RR Teams |
(2 of 2) |
| 0 - 500 Pairs |
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| Stratified Open Pairs |
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After the
Games |
W(h)ine and Cheese Party |
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Friday, June 19
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| 9:30 AM |
Catawba Bracketed RR Teams |
(1 of 2) |
| Stratified Open Pairs |
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| 0 - 500 Pairs |
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| 2:00 PM |
Catawba Bracketed RR Teams |
(2 of 2) |
| Stratified Open Pairs |
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| 0 - 500 Pairs |
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Saturday, June 20
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9:30 AM
and TBD |
Oconaluftee Swiss |
A/X and Bracketed |
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| Stratified Open Pairs |
A: 3500+, B: 1500 - 3500, C: 0 - 1500 |
| Saturday A/X Swiss |
A: 6000+, X: 0 - 6000 |
| Saturday Bracketed B Swiss |
0 - 3500; Bracketing based on team average |
| Bracketing and stratification based on team/pair average |
Food Trucks are available for lunch on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday.
A Pizza Party is provided on Saturday.
Wednesday, June 17
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| 9:30 AM & 2:00 PM |
Gold Rush Pairs |
(2 sessions) |
| Gold Rush Bracketed Swiss Teams |
(2 sessions) |
| 9:30 AM |
Side Series |
(1 of 6) |
| 9:30 AM |
0-50 Pairs |
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| 2:00 PM |
Side Series |
(2 of 6) |
| 2:00 PM |
0-50 Pairs |
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After the
Games |
Welcome Reception sponsored by St Paul Mountain Vineyards |
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Thursday, June 18
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| 9:30 AM & 2:00 PM |
Gold Rush Pairs |
(2 sessions) |
| Gold Rush Bracketed Swiss Teams |
(2 sessions) |
| 9:30 AM |
Side Series |
(3 of 6) |
| 9:30 AM |
0-50 Pairs |
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| 2:00 PM |
Side Series |
(4 of 6) |
| 2:00 PM |
0-50 Pairs |
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After the
Games |
W(h)ine and Cheese Reception |
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Friday, June 19
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| 9:30 AM & 2:00 PM |
Gold Rush Pairs |
(2 sessions) |
| Gold Rush Bracketed Swiss Teams |
(2 sessions) |
| 9:30 AM |
Side Series |
(5 of 6) |
| 9:30 AM |
0-50 Pairs |
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| 2:00 PM |
Side Series |
(6 of 6) |
| 2:00 PM |
0-50 Pairs |
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Saturday, June 20
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| 9:30 AM & 2:00 PM |
Gold Rush Pairs |
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| Gold Rush Pairs |
A: 300 - 750, B: 100 - 300, C: 0 - 100 |
| Gold Rush Teams |
Bracketed by Attendance |
| Bracketing and stratification based on team/pair average, except no player over 750 MP's and no Life Masters |
Events in bold qualify for Gold points; MP awards 1/3 Gold, 2/3 Red.
Must play in at least two side series events to compete for Gold.
Food Trucks are available for lunch on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday.
A Pizza Party is provided on Saturday
Ask for BRIDGE Rates
Mountain Inn & Suites
755 Upward Road, Flat Rock, NC
828-692-7772 Reservation Deadline June 16, 2025
$119/weeknight + tax & fees; $189/weekend + tax & fees
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott
836 Upward Rd. Flat Rock, NC
828-513-5100 Reservation Deadline June 15, 2025
$129.00 Weeknight, $189.00 Weekend + tax & fees
Holiday Inn Express
107 Upward Rd. Flat Rock, NC
888-465-4329 Reservation Deadline June 16, 2025
$134.00 + tax & fees
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