Both members of a bridge partnership must bid their hands correctly so that each can draw the proper inferences from
Continue readingThe Give Up Play
In a recent club hand, I opened 1♣. My partner bid 2♣, a convention called “inverted minors”*, showing 10+ points,
Continue readingAnother NOF
Here’s a recent hand to once again illustrate the NOF concept. Dealer: Vul: North ♠ KJ75 ♥ K73 ♦ 72
Continue readingFlexible Thinking
Flexible thinking is the ability to know when to deviate from the standard or routine play. A case in point
Continue readingMake Sure You’re on the Same Page!
Above Oswald Jacboy is pictured, probably very frustrated over a vague partnership agreement. My husband likes to tell a story
Continue readingSmolen – A Very Useful Bridge Convention
Why Smolen? Many experts agree that playing a multitude of conventions really isn’t necessary, provided that you have a good,
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