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ACBL HEADQUARTERS' RELOCATION UPDATE

The ACBL's relocation to Horn Lake, MS is imminent, however, due to logistical issues, the time frame of the move has been delayed. Please visit our home page often for updates.

Bridge Keeps Us Young!

Rose Steerman and partner, Alan Minton, played at The Fort Lauderdale Bridge Club recently and came in 6th overall with a 51% game.One of the highlights of their game was Rose making a contract of 4 Spades, doubled, with a 5-0 trump split. When Rose's opponent doubled her, she said to him, "Nobody doubles me where I usually play bridge." We now know why! Read more...


Berkowitz Elected to Bridge Hall of Fame

David Berkowitz, one of ACBL's top players for nearly three decades, has been elected to the ACBL Bridge Hall of Fame. Induction will take place during the 2010 Summer NABC in New Orleans. Read more...


2010 Collegiate Championship Qualifiers

Twenty-seven teams participated in the 2010 Collegiate Competition qualifying event on February 13, 2010. The top eight teams will be invited to the 2010 Summer NABC to play in the two day final. The following schools qualified for this summer's event, held in New Orleans July 24-25, 2010: Read more...

Being an ACBL Member Just Got Better!

ACBL is pleased to announce that, effective immediately, ACBL members can begin taking advantage of a special discount on print pricing at FedEx Office locations - (formerly FedEx Kinko's).The ACBL and its members can now receive a 35% discount on8 1/2" x 11" B/W and Color Copy printing (on specific papers and sizes).

Click here to find a printable card containing the ACBL member discount number.
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PLATINUM PAIRS – INAUGURAL EVENT SET FOR RENO!

The ACBL is excited to announce a new event for the Spring North American Bridge Championships – The Platinum Pairs. Those who qualify will have a chance to play in the inaugural event beginning Friday, March 12 at the 2010 Spring NABC at the Grand Sierra Resort & Casino in Reno, NV. Read more...

Can You Guess Bob L.'s Identity?

The mysterious Bob L. has traveled North America the past four months, attending clubs and tournaments and making many new friends. He is a little surprised, however, that no one has asked him point-blank who he really is. Click here to read Bob's latest post. You can win a visit from Bob if you can guess his identity.

Teacher of the Year Award Created

(Reprinted from the San Diego Fall 2009 NABC Daily Bulletin)

Not every bridge teacher has authored a bestseller, written a newspaper column or become well known enough to receive an entry in the Official Encyclopedia of Bridge. Nevertheless, there are many teachers who continue to inspire their students day in and day out, promoting the game in their community and answering any question clearly, concisely and without judgment, whether it’s how to take a finesse or Roman Keycard Blackwood. Their work too often goes unrecognized, yet it is vital to the future of the game. Read more...

More Highlights from the San Diego NABC

For more highlights, news stories and photos from the Fall 2009 NABC in San Diego, click here.

2010 World Bridge Series Set for Philadelphia

Thousands of the world’s best bridge players will compete for eleven world titles during the 2010 World Bridge Series Championships in Philadelphia, PA. In addition, a Regional tournament will be held in conjunction with the World Bridge Series. Make your plans now to join bridge players from 100 nations! Read more...

ACBL Election News

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Bridge Resurgence - Keeping Players Sharp and Creative

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Bridge Bulletin Online

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New Enhancement to ACBL Web Site: NABC Top Winners Directory

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It’s Official!

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Enhancement to ACBL Web Site: New Feature to "Find a Club" Search

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You Could Be Part of ACBL History

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