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Bradley A. Bartol 3533 Watson Road Indianapolis, IN 46205-3545 317 926-9269 • 317 590-5737 [email protected] MONITOR DEADLINES Fourth Quarter - 2014 September 15, 2014

First Quarter - 2015 December 15, 2014

Second Quarter - 2015 March 15, 2015

Third Quarter - 2015 June 15, 2015 Page D11 ACBL TOC 2 SITE SITE Fourth Quarter - 2015 September 15, 2015 MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT SUN CLUB APPRECIATION CHARITY FUND J U L O C T MONTH J A N A P R MONTH 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 5

TERRE HAUTE <--- 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

D11 NAP EVANSVILLE ICC-E CINCY BC COLUMBUS 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 COLUMBUS ICC-A LAS VEGAS NABC CENTRAL IN PROGRESSIVE (F) LEXINGTON GATLINBURG REGIONAL 21 22 23 24 25 LEXINGTON26 27 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 NLM MADISONVILLE D11 GNT LAS VEGAS, NV NABC CINCINNATI FINALS DAYTON 28 29 30 31 27 28 29 30 31 26 27 28 29 30 31 27 28 29 30

ICC-A ICC-M JUNIOR FUND GRASS ROOTS FUND A U G N O V F E B MONTH M A Y MONTH 1 2 3 1 2 1 1 2 3 SOUTH BEND DAYTON INDIANAPOLIS 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 DISTRICT 8 STaC CINCINNATI - DISTRICT 11 STaC LOUISVILLE/LEXINGTON REGIONAL CENTRAL IN PROGRESSIVE (Q) 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 11 12 13 14 15 16 17

ICC-M HEBRON, KY ICC-E O’BORO LEXINGTON 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 18 19 20 21 22 23 24

LOUISVILLE ICC-A NLM ICC-M INDIANAPOLIS LOUISVILLE 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 23 24 25 26 27 28 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

PROVIDENCE NABC INDIANAPOLIS REGIONAL 1 INTERNATIONAL NAP LOCAL QUALS FUND MONTH JUN 1 - AUG 31 S E P D E C M A R <--- J U N 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 ICC-M DAYTON DAYTON/COLUMBUS REGIONAL PROVIDENCE, RI NABC DAYTON - DISTRICT 11 STaC CINCINNATI/E’VILLE SPLIT REGIONAL 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 8 9 10 11 12 13 14

ICC-E PINE MOUNTAIN ICC-E NEW ORLEANS NABC 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 BARREN RIVER FORT WAYNE, IN REGIONAL NEW ORLEANS, LA NABC LOUISVILLE 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 COLUMBUS COLUMBUS OWENSBORO DISTRICT 11 CENTRAL IN PROGRESSIVE (F) CENTRAL IN PROGRESSIVE (Q) 29 30 29 30 31 30 31 29 30 ICC-A MONITOR STaC The following 0-10K events were added: THE LONGEST DAY 1. IMP Pairs, to be held Monday and Tuesday of the Fall NABC; One hundred and forty teams participated (including Lexington, who sent 2. Fast Pairs, to be held on the second Thursday and Friday of the Fall NABC; me their results—I’d love to see those from any other participants in our and, District) by holding special games and raising funds on June 21st. Money is 3. Swiss Teams, previously approved for the second Saturday and Sunday of still coming in, but it looks like we’ll hit $500,000. Way to go! Let’s see if we the Fall NABC were moved to the first Saturday and Sunday of the Fall NABC. can get even wider participation next year. It’s a great cause and we get great news coverage! Watch the video on YouTube: DISTRICT 11 SAD NEWS - TERRY MICHAEL SLOAN (MIKE) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HHWYURk26KA A. Beth Reid As many of you know, we lost Mike Sloan, one of our District’s most consistent players (and book-seller) to a heart attack during the week of the NABC at the FINANCE much too early age of sixty-five. His friend and partner Ken Hayes shares the With actual through 5/31 although we are showing an actual loss of $168K, following memories: $12K better than the forecast of -$180K, we have re-forecast the year to predict Mike taught high school English in Crawford County, Indiana but an operational loss of $165K, $171K greater than the budgeted gain of $5K. DIRECTOR retired many years ago to become a successful bridge professional Mike had The primary reasons for the big swings are worse than expected Regionals at character and plenty of it. He was honest to a fault, both in life and at the Sea Income, payment of insurance claim deductibles (impossible to predict) he Las Vegas Committee, headed by ACBL Board Member bridge table. Mike had determination. I recall a particular situation in St. and additional expenditures for Technology—much of it spent to improve and Bonnie Bagley, ably assisted by sidekick Ken Monzingo put on Louis probably twenty years ago. Mike had bid six diamonds and was down expand the efficacy of TourneyTrax. Projected investment returns, however, a great NABC. Table count was lower than expected but still hit one on a particular hand. He kept insisting he could have made the contract, reduce the projected loss by nearly half. 16,616. Everyone’s pretty excited we’ll be moving to the new however, he couldn’t seem make it work. Well three days later, in the middle Cosmopolitan on the Strip for the next Vegas NABC in Summer of another round, he announced that he had finally worked out the key play ACBLscore+ UPDATE 2019T . . . should be lots more accessible to everything . . . AND you won’t have so that he the contract would have been made. Mike stayed loyal to people The ACBL has made the decision to discontinue the ACBLscore+ project. to walk through the casino to get to the playing area. I didn’t get to play much through thick and thin. He was a loyal bridge partner to me, even after he A working group consisting of Board members, internal staff and outside bridge. My (non-bridge-playing) sister joined me on this trip, lazing by the turned professional and his game improved greatly beyond mine. He was a experts determined efforts to develop a completely new system ACBLScore+ pool while I sat in meetings and what little down time I had was spent eating loyal friend and companion to Betty Mattison, even after Betty suffered a fell short of what was required to work for the League’s members. The ACBL and touring. We had a great day at Hoover Dam, followed by dinner at Giada brain aneurysm and required a great deal of care. And of course he was loyal Board of Directors agreed with this decision at its July meeting in Las Vegas. de Laurentis’ new restaurant—eat your hearts out Food Network fans . . . and to his parents, both of whom are in nursing homes with dementia. Mike was The ACBL is now moving forward with plans to enhance the features saw the Cirque du Soleil Beatles show one evening. Sorta made up for the a sports hero. He was in the Earlham College Hall of Fame for being on their and benefits of its existing scoring software, ACBLScore, and extend the life 110° heat (119° at the Dam). championship baseball team. He also played basketball and was a successful and functionality of the software for a long time to come. We are doing this girl’s high school basketball coach. Mike was patient. He played bridge with because: DISTRICT 11 CONGRATULATION! hundreds of different people, and only a handful of those people were as good • Our tournament directors, our club owners and operators and our Ben Kompa of our Columbus unit attends college at the University of North as he was. He was always a respectful and understanding partner, even when members and players have confidence in the existing system, in its reliability, Carolina and helped them to a second place finish in this year’s Collegiate he had reason to be upset. So what do you call an honest, determined, loyal in its accuracy. Championships (losing to UC Berkley). The CC is co-sponsored by the and patient sports hero? I called him Mike and I called him my friend. • It is a system they know and have confidence in. We want to build on ACBL and the ACBL Educational Foundation. The conditions of contest are our success. changing to allow colleges to compete online in the earlier rounds in a new MASTERPOINT CHANGES • Folks know how to use it; they know it works on their computers; format. We hope we can encourage greater participation. If your alma mater The Masterpoint Committee, chaired by CEO Robert Hartman brought to the they are comfortable with what they know and we want to add on to it. does not currently participate and you have contacts there, please let Brian Board at this meeting proposals to revise various aspects of the Masterpoint • We want our club and tournament directors to be able to run games Delfs at ACBL know. [email protected] formulas based on months of work and hours and hours of discussion and on their existing computers without expensive upgrades or complicated new Alas, it was not District 11’s best year in the GNT’s . . . only one of our debate. Miraculously, Robert was able to unite the Committee behind the lessons. teams, Flight A, made it to the second day. This intrepid team, however, put changes and they, in turn, elicited a unanimous vote from the Board . . . a rarity in some nail-biting performances, coming back from a forty imp deficit at the indeed. I will note that the ONLY aspect of suggested Masterpoint changes The ACBL is already enhancing the scoring software to give it more features end of the third quarter to win the semi-finals 148-146. They met and lost to the Committee did NOT complete was my request that they review the GNT and to integrate it more easily into complimentary systems. For examples, District 21 in the finals. formulas . . . they ASSURE me they want to keep me happy and PROMISE we have integrated data population with TourneyTrax, and we are building me that we will have a proposal in Providence for the next GNT cycle. integration to create real time result display features on the web. NABC SCHEDULE ANYWAY, for those of you who get headaches when people start The total capitalized costs of the ACBLscore+ project is in excess of one As you may remember, the Board approved a trial schedule for 2015 NABCs discussing “the M factor,” I will tell you that the general thrust of the changes and a half million dollars and we are determining what portion of the project in Dallas. There’s been a lot of feedback and more tinkering and some changes is to increase awards for pair games and decrease them for team games as well product can be re-purposed into the enhanced ACBLscore. were made at this meeting. The hottest topic was the reaction to the proposed as to eliminate the gross discrepancies produced by including subordinate schedule’s reduction of the Fall 3-day Swiss on the last weekend to two days. tables. Masterpoint changes require two readings, so these will not become GNT/NAP CHANGES I opposed this change in the first place in a separate vote, but the change final until a second vote in Providence. The changes will be effective January The Board authorized the use of screens during the NABC stages of the GNT was approved 15-10. Severely negative feedback from many types of players 2015. for Flight B, if space is available, at the same point as they are used in the caused the Board to reconsider and restore the three-day event—25-0. I and Championship and A Flights. In a related action, we approved an entry fee the other nine didn’t gloat . . . much.  An NABC+ Mixed Swiss Teams event MEMBERSHIP surcharge for NABC+ events during the “screen” stages. The cost of screens was added to the Fall schedule on the second Saturday and Sunday. Overall ACBL Membership for the first six months of the year is up slightly to and concomitant TD time far exceeds the entry fee and we believe the 167,895. Tournament table count is trending lower in 2014. While Regional increased costs should be allocated to those who benefit—and who can well table count is up one percent for the first six months of the year, average RTC afford them. Flights B and C in the NAPs will now include the 4th-place pairs Page D11 ACBL is down nine percent. Total Sectional table count is down six percent with in each District. This will allow greater participation, but also present another 4 SITE SITE average STC down seven percent. STaCs are a bright spot with total and qualifying group for Grassroots Funding. Speaking of which, Grassroots Fund average table count up two percent. Month has been moved to May so that we can recapture the participation of our snowbirds. Be sure and encourage your clubs to participate so we can here is activity to report on every front in terms of our North fund our pairs and teams. American Pairs (NAP) and Grand National Teams (GNT) in District 11. We have four teams preparing to compete in Las Vegas PLEASE FEEL FREE TO EMAIL ME AT: at the nationals: You can follow their progress on the ACBL website. Let’s see if we [email protected] canT bring home another championship, following in the footsteps of a certain Flight B team from last year in Atlanta! LET ME HEAR ANY QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS OR SUGGESTIONS DISTRICT 11 OR “HEYHOWAREYAS” YOU WISH AND I’LL DO MY BEST TO Larry Jones • Championship Flight (unlimited masterpoints): Doug Simson, RESPOND PROMPTLY! Ken Eichenbaum, Dennis Clerkin, and Jerry Clerkin SEE YOU DAYTON! • Flight A (limited to players with less than 6,000 masterpoints): John Hinton, Bob Lyon, Craig Satersmoen, and Ryan Schultz • Flight B (limited to players with less than 2,500 masterpoints): Beth NAP & GNT Geoff Bridges, T Bondus III, Kendra Bridges, and William Gheen • Flight C (NLMers only and no one with more than 500 mps): Michael Jones, Andra Gyor, Jean Addleton, and Leon Pauley ere is a hand from the Raleigh Regional held this year over Memorial Weekend. And speaking of performances at nationals, we had two of our NAP pairs After a precision auction, Denny and I reached 6NT perform very admirably in Dallas at the Spring National. Peter Whipple and from the South hand. This was a normal contract as Ryan Schultz finished 18th overall in the unlimited flight, and Frank Bowen we had thirty-four HCP and loads of distribution. and David Couch finished th9 overall in the NLM flight. Peter and Ryan then Denny was Declarer and he received a low Club lead from teamed with another of our Flight A pairs, John Hinton and Bob Lyon, to H st West. Think about how you would play it yourself. There are finish 21 in the 10K Swiss. Nice job by all these gentlemen! TOURNAMENT several interesting points about this hand. Of course we are also now one-third of the way through the NAP Jerry & Denny Clerkin Denny considered his options here. If the Diamonds break, club-qualifying cycle. I won’t waste a lot of time and space on what this is there are twelve top tricks: four Clubs, five Diamonds, two because almost everyone who would read this already knows, but there are Hearts and one Spade. If the Diamonds don’t break, there are always some newcomers who are unaware of what these “Q” games mean. only eleven tricks and two finesses to take, as well as endplay Each summer, for three months, the first stage of the grass roots exercise possibilities. In addition, the entries to the South hand are known as North American Pairs begins. Up to two games per month for each TALES limited. sanctioned game provide for players to qualify for the District Final. Denny, always careful, played the Ace of Clubs from the This year the District Final will be held in Cincinnati, Saturday, Return of the Rueful Rabbit dummy (you’re going down if you didn’t get that right). RHO October 11 and Sunday, October 12. The Flight B finals, for players with less shows out on the Club lead and pitches a Spade. And, Denny than 2,500 masterpoints as of May 6, 2014, will be on Saturday. The Flight ♠ A Q 9 6 5 4 made note of that. Next, he unblocked the Jack of Diamonds and A (unlimited masterpoints) and Flight C (Non-Life Masters with less than led a Club to his King as RHO let go a Heart. He now tried the 500 masterpoints, also as of May 6th) finals will be on Sunday. This gives the ♥ K J Diamonds. When West showed out on the third round, Denny ambitious Flight B and Flight C players two chances to compete, although ♦ J knew he was cold! Do you see it? RHO will be thrown in with the you must qualify in each flight if you want to compete in both. Remember, last Diamond and forced to concede the twelfth trick in either you do not have to play with whomever you qualified with. ♣ A J 9 5 Hearts or Spades. There are two payoffs to the top three pairs in each flight at the When Denny played his last Diamond, in a humorous district events: 1) you get invited to play in the corresponding national homage to Victor Mollo, “Like rueful rabbit, I don’t know if event, this cycle culminating in New Orleans in March, 2015; and 2) you get ♠ 8 3 ♠ K J T 7 this Diamond is good.” Indeed, this ending was very much like a reimbursement for some of your expenses for competing in New Orleans in ♥ T 7 4 ♥ Q 9 6 5 hand from one of Mollo’s columns. Rueful Rabbit always did the the amounts of $700 for each player of the winning pair, $300 for each player ♦ 6 5 ♦ T 9 7 4 2 right thing for the wrong reason. The humor however was lost on for the second place finishers, and $100 each for the third place pair. RHO. He was endplayed and forced to concede the twelfth trick Finally, it is never too early to start thinking about next year’s Grand ♣ T 8 7 6 4 2 ♣ as he had nothing left but Spades and Hearts. National Teams. Once again there will be four flights in the GNT (as compared There are a couple of interesting points here. From a novelty to three for the NAP). The only difference being the top bracket in the NAP is ♠ point of view, we humorously call this play a “Victorian Strip- divided in to two flights in the teams, the Championship bracket (unlimited) 2 Squeeze.” That is, a strip-squeeze without actually stripping and Flight A for players with less than 6,000 masterpoints as of January 6, ♥ A 8 3 2 anyone. RHO was thrown in without any suit having been 2015. The event will be hosted by the Miami Valley Bridge Association in th th ♦ A K Q 8 3 eliminated. The second point, and most critical, was the far- Dayton the weekend of January 24 and 25 —the weekend immediately prior sided play of the Ace of Clubs from dummy at trick one. Without to the Super Bowl. The winning teams in all four brackets will advance to the ♣ K Q 3 that, we would have had no story to tell. nationals next August in Chicago, much like those teams which are playing in Las Vegas later this month.

Page D11 ACBL 5 SITE SITE final. As has been the case in the past, st1 , 2nd and 3rd in all flights qualify for the nationals and receive a compensating PRESIDENT per diem. Vangie Smith After many fine years at our current location, the Louisville Bridge Club will soon be looking to relocate. The current building has been sold and in all likelihood, our lease will not be renewed. We are looking at several options 502-425-3031 all within the same centrally located area. More on this as available. TheLBA web site should have a new look sometime prior to the year end. Not only will we retain all current SECRETARY functionality, but will add a new look and many new functions such as an LBA history section with many photographs Jean Donoho UNIT 117 and a secure online member directory. Please forward any suggestions or ideas for the site renovation to rletizia@twc. 502-290-3778 Ralph Letizia com. You may also send to this same address, any news updates that you would like to see in the next monitor. Send any item you wish and I promise I will consider it for publication. Finally, I want to thank our Unit President and District 11 National Board Member, Vangie Smith and Beth Reid TREASURER for the huge effort they expend serving bridge and its participants. I also invite you to visit the District 11 web site at: Kay Omanson (http://www.district11bridge.com/Monitors/District_11_Board_Report_Fall_2013_Phoenix.pdf) 502-426-5877 LOUISVILLE to read Beth’s National Board reports. Pay special attention to the distress and embarrassment several bridge players caused by inappropriate behavior toward the host hotel staff at the Fall Nationals in Phoenix. This is totally inappropriate fter many years on the sidelines, I am back to reporting Unit and I would like to think our unit is above such behavior. But that is not enough. If you ever see such behavior occurring E–CONTACT 117 news for the Midwest Monitor. It is time to shake the rust out please at least say something to the appropriate authorities. Jean Donoho and get down to the nitty-gritty. Well, that wasn’t as bad as I expected, and you can expect improvement as I once again adjust to writing this Our annual summer sectional will have occurred by the time column. See you next issue! ♣ 502-290-3778 you receive this, but unfortunately I am not prescient enough to tellA you what happened. We will save that for next time. The foursome of Vangie RECORDER Smith, Kit Overpeck, Marilyn Riese and Helen Casey pulled out a close victory Pamela Feldhoff in the Lexington Sectional in May. Other 1st and 2nd place finishers include: 502-897-5552 • Ralph Letizia, E. Bruce Neikirk, Harold Stengel , Joan Lepping – 2nd Knockout Flight A TOURNAMENTS st • Vangie Smith and Christopher Overpeck – 1 Saturday Afternoon Jean Donoho Open Pairs • Helen Casey, Marilyn Riese – 2nd Saturday Evening Open Pairs 502-290-3778 • Henry McGinnis and Laurie Carrigan – 2nd 299ers • Vangie Smith, Marilyn Riese, Helen Casey, Christopher Overpeck – 1st Sunday Swiss Louisville • Dorsey Brown, Bruce Neikirk, Roland Case, Nancy Gordon – 2nd Sunday Swiss Dog Days of Summer NLM Sectional Also, congratulations to everyone who placed overall. Space limits me from listing everyone, but you know who you are and I am always glad to see our unit perform well . August 23 - 24, 2014 The Tuesday night game has perked up in attendance due to the introduction of several new games. The fourth Tuesday of the month is always the LBA game, which is usually very well attended. The other three are “Dinner and Bridge,” where, for an additional nominal fee, you can participate in dinner furnished by various unit members, “IMP Pairs,” which is becoming Barren River very popular. The movement parallels matchpoints but the results are scored in IMPs. This is becoming increasingly popular since it simulates a team game Sectional with only a partnership required for participation. Last but not least is the “8 is Enough” team game which encourages more experienced players to play September 19 - 21, 2014 on a team with less experienced players. An “A” player is worth three points, “B” is two points and a “C” is one point. The total points of the team must not exceed eight. I have yet to be able to play in this one but have heard it is a lot of fun. Why not join us sometime? By the time you read this we should be well into the grass roots of the NAP. Qualifiers should last well through the summer so grab a partner and qualify. Louisville/Lexington You are not required to play with the partner you qualified with in the regional Regional Page D11 ACBL 117 122 124 130 136 164 193 227 154 November 03 - 09, 2014 6 SITE SITE ♣ ♣ ♣ ♣ ♣ ♣ ♣ ♣ ♣ DOG DAYS OF SUMMER NLM SECTIONAL Louisville NLM Sectional AUGUST 23-24,2014 LOUISVILLE BRIDGE CENTER August 23 - 24, 2014 4014 DUTCHMANS LANE 40207

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All events will be stratified by average points of pair or team. All events will be stratified by average points of pair or team. Knockouts will be bracketed by attendance. Kockouts will be bracketed by attendance.

Friday, September 19, 2014 (Single sessions) Central Time listed Friday, September 19, 2014 (Single sessions) Central Time listed Stratified Open Pairs 1:00pm, 7:00pm Stratified Open Pairs 1:00pm, 7:00pm Strat A – 2000+ Strat B – 750-2000 Strat C – 0-750 Strat A – 2000+ Strat B – 750-2000 Strat C – 0-750 TOURNAMENT CHAIRS 199er Pairs 1:00pm, 7:00pm Sep 19-21, 199er Pairs 1:00pm, 7:00pm Sep 19-21, 0-25 Pairs (if there are at least three tables) 1:00pm, 7:00pm 2014 0-25 Pairs (if there are at least three tables) 1:00pm, 7:00pm 2014

Betsy Blakeman Saturday, September 20, 2014 Saturday, September 20, 2014 Handicapped Knockout Teams 9:00am, 1:00pm, 7:00pm A wonderful Handicapped Knockout Teams 9:00am, 1:00pm, 7:00pm A wonderful ([email protected]) Stratified Open Pairs (Single Sessions) 1:00pm, 7:00pm Stratified Open Pairs (Single Sessions) 1:00pm, 7:00pm Strat A – 2000+ Strat B – 750-2000 Strat C – 0-750 weekend Strat A – 2000+ Strat B – 750-2000 Strat C – 0-750 weekend Rex Hanson 199er Pairs (Single Sessions) 1:00pm, 7:00pm 199er Pairs (Single Sessions) 1:00pm, 7:00pm ([email protected]) 0-25 Pairs (if there are at least three tables) 1:00pm, 7:00pm getaway 0-25 Pairs (if there are at least three tables) 1:00pm, 7:00pm getaway Sunday, September 21, 2014 Sunday, September 21, 2014 Stratified Swiss teams (victory points) 10:00am, TBA Stratified Swiss teams (victory points) 10:00am, TBA Strat A – 2000+ Strat B – 750-2000 Strat C – 0-750 Strat A – 2000+ Strat B – 750-2000 Strat C – 0-750 Barren River Lake Barren River Lake Sunday: Lodge Buffet State Resort Park Sunday: Lodge Buffet State Resort Park Glasgow KY mid-afternoon • Glasgow KY mid-afternoon 800/325-0057 . 270/646-2151 • 800/325-0057 . 270/646-2151 HOTEL • 12 mi S of Glasgow on U.S. 31-E; 107 • 12 mi S of Glasgow on U.S. 31-E; 107 miles SE of Louisville Mention “Bridge Tournament” miles SE of Louisville Mention “Bridge Tournament” when making lodge reservations when making lodge reservations • 80 miles NE of Nashville; 11 miles N or • 80 miles NE of Nashville; 11 miles N or Scottsville on 31-E Call 800/325-0057 to make reservations. Scottsville on 31-E Call 800/325-0057 to make reservations. Barren River Lake State Resort Park • Easily accessible from the Cumberland • Easily accessible from the Cumberland Parkway or from I-65 Glasgow, KY • 800/325-0057 • 270/646-2151 For more information: Parkway or from I-65 For more information: Betsy Blakeman [email protected] Betsy Blakeman [email protected] Mention “Bridge Tournament” Rex Hanson [email protected] Rex Hanson [email protected]

Page D11 ACBL 8 SITE SITE Barren River Sectional - September 19 - 21, 2014 Tenth Annual Louisville/Lexington Regional LOUISVILLE – LEXINGTON REGIONAL November 03 - 09, 2014 November 3 – 9, 2014 At HORSESHOE CASINO 11999 Casino Center Drive Elizabeth IN 47117 Monday (Across the River from Louisville KY) Horseshoe Casino Charity Stratified SWISS 1:30 For reservations call: Charity Stratified Pairs 1:30 1-866-766-2671 Alysheba Bracketed KO (Rd.1) 7:30 Specify Group Code S11BRID 11999 Casino Center Drive Stratified Side Game Series 1 7:30 $92 Double: Sunday – Thursday Tuesday $112 Friday/Saturday Alysheba Bracketed KO 1 (Rd. 2,3,4) 9:30 1:30 7:30 Stratified SWISS 9:30 FREE PARKING Elizabeth, IN 47117 Stratified Side Game Series 1 9:30 1:30 7:30 Smoke Free – Indiana Law Open Pairs (0-2500, 2500+) 1:30 7:30 Make Reservations by October 26, 2014 Ft. Knox Gold Rush Pairs (0-300, 300-750) 1:30 7:30 Keeneland Bracketed KO (Rd. 1 & 2) 1:30 7:30 Additional Motel: Best Western Plus Stratified SWISS 7:30 411 West Spring Street Wednesday New Albany IN 47150 AM Compact KO 1 (4 people) 9:30 (812) 945-2771 $75 TOURNAMENT CHAIRS (Continue Thursday morning) Deadline October 26, 2014 Stratified Side Game Series AM 9:30 Open Pairs (0-2500, 2500+) 1:30 7:30 Pairs & Swiss Teams stratified by average Sondra Holt: (859) 312-7785 Ft. Knox Gold Rush Pairs (0-300, 300-750) 1:30 7:30 masterpoints of teammates. Barbaro KO (Rd 1 & 2) 1:30 7:30 Top Bracket in all KO’s may be handicapped. ([email protected]) Keeneland KO (Rd. 3 & 4) 1:30 7:30 Stratified Side Game Series 2 1:30 7:30 Stratified SWISS 7:30 199er SCHEDULE Hannah Davis: (502) 767-5589 Thursday Single Sessions AM Compact KO 1 (Cont.) 9:30 Tuesday thru Friday Stratified Side Game Series AM 9:30 1:30 PM and 7:30 PM Stratified SWISS 9:30 ([email protected]) Stratified at Director’s Discretion Stratiflighted SWISS 1:30 7:30 (A:3000+ Ax:0-3000 Ft. Knox Gold Rush Swiss TEAMS (0-300, 300-750) 1:30 7:30 Youth Game Saturday 1:30 Barbaro KO 2 (Rd. 3 & 4) 1:30 7:30 $6 (thru age 19) PARTNERSHIP Stratified Side Game Series 2 1:30 7:30 Stratified SWISS 7:30 Friday New Team Games Start Daily Terrell Holt: (859) 351-2023 Stratified Side Game Series AM 9:30 Registration Gifts – Daily Bulletins AM SWISS 9:30 Door Prizes - Hospitality AM Compact KO2 (4 people) 9:30 ——————————— ([email protected]) (Continue Sat AM) Tournament Chairpersons Open Pairs (0-2500, 2500+) 1:30 7:30 Sondra Holt (Lexington) Verna Goldberg: (502) 459-3848 Ft. Knox Gold Rush Pairs (0-300, 300-750) 1:30 7:30 (859) 312-7785 Churchill Downs KO (Rd 1 & 2) 1:30 7:30 [email protected] Stratified Side Game Series 3 1:30 7:30 Hannah Davis (Louisville) ([email protected]) Stratified SWISS 7:30 (502) 767-5589 Saturday [email protected] Stratified SWISS 9:30 Partnership Chairpersons Stratified Side Game Series AM 9:30 AM Compact KO 2 (Cont’d) 9:30 Terrell Holt (Lexington) (859) 351-2023 HOTEL Churchill Downs Knockouts (Rd 3 & 4) 1:30 7:30 Stratified Side Game Series 3 1:30 7:30 [email protected] Open Pairs (0-2500, 2500+) 1:30 7:30 Verna Goldberg (Louisville) Ft. Knox Gold Rush Pairs (0-300, 300-750) 1:30 7:30 (502) 459-3848 Horseshoe Casino Compact KO 3 (4 people) 1:30 7:30 [email protected] Stratified B-A-M 7:30 (866) 766-2671 Sunday Stratified SWISS 10:00 & TBA November 4th is Election Day! Remember to Get 499er SWISS 10:00 & TBA Your Absentee Ballot and Vote Before Coming! Specify Group Code: S11BRID Strats: A: 2000+ B: 750-2000 C: 0-750

Page D11 ACBL 9 SITE SITE Louisville/Lexington Regional - November 03 - 09, 2014 with Eric’s wife, Donna, to produce a notable result, 21st the job they are doing—instead of being grateful that they PRESIDENT in the Whitehead Women’s Pairs. Toni’s achievements at are doing something on behalf of their unit that you aren’t? Larry Jones the nationals will never, ever cease to amaze me! Mike and And don’t hide behind that “I did my time” nonsense—most Mary Gladfelter produced most of the rest of the significant of the people that I have worked with over the last several 614-367-1685 results in Dallas, finishing 7th in the Red Ribbon Pairs; years are not first time volunteers. To that end, I want to winning a regionally-rated knockout with Suman Agarwal thank a few board members that I have served with over SECRETARY and his partner from Cincinnati, Vijay Vasudevan; and the past several years. I have no idea how we could function Janelle Courtright UNIT 122 finishing second in a second knockout with that Cincinnati as a unit without John Fleeman and Judy Williamson. They

Larry Jones father-son combo of AJ and Isaac Stephani. I know how continue to amaze me, and only more so because I cannot hard it is to win with all four of those guys, so Mike and think of two people who get less back in return from their Mary must have been playing exceptionally well! Sorry, bridge experiences, especially proportional to what they TREASURER guys, I couldn’t resist.  contribute. According to our long-time auditor, no one has Judith Auer We have two sectional results to report as well. In ever done a better job as Treasurer than Judy Auer. And 614-766-9870 CENTRAL OH April, Jim Bachelder was the big winner for the weekend. her reward? A term as President—God bless you, Judy, James and Kathleen Miller came all the way from Findlay because I wouldn’t have even taken on this term without elcome to the beginning of a new era—for the Midwest to win the Bridge+ session. Cheryl Schneider provided you. And finally, special thanks to Cheryl Schneider, my E–CONTACT Monitor and for Central Ohio Bridge. I know we all wish the expert commentary. In June, Gary Shade was the top predecessor as President. In spite of having run a $400 Larry Jones Brad great success in this transition to the 21st century. Those masterpoint winner. Alan and Christy Coupland won the million business, Cheryl “reminded” me that no dog is of us in Unit 122, also, now have a new board and a new Bridge+ session that Emmy and Siraj Haji moderated. The ever too old to learn new tricks, especially in the always 614-367-1685 slate of officers. And believe me, no one wishes them more most noteworthy news from June was that it was the last tricky world of personnel management. With these four successW than I do!! time that Jay Albright is scheduled to be our Tournament and our other officers still serving COBA, the unit is in RECORDER Judy Auer has been elected as our new President, Dr. Bob Jiobu our new Director. I caught grief from Jay for prematurely announcing very, very good hands, but we are facing a complex set of John Stubbe, Jr. Vice President, Rick Drake our new Treasurer, and Janelle Courtright our new his demise in a previous issue of the MWM, but I cannot critical issues. They will need your help and support! Secretary. Additionally, Brian Snell and Daniel Radvansky have been elected overstate the contribution he has made to our unit and Finally, my thoughts and prayers are with you, Vlad. 614-792-0603 to join the board as new members. And finally, in the tradition of ultimate to reinforce how severely he will be missed. And I say Come back to us soon. masochists, Cheryl Schneider, our past Past President, has agreed to come “scheduled” to be our director because I keep hoping that I do hope you will consider coming to the Flying TOURNAMENTS back to the board. he will reconsider and bail us out from time to time. Buckeye Regional in Fairborn—beginning immediately Larry Jones We have two upcoming events that I want to make sure that everyone is One other event from the season deserves special after Labor Day—and to our Fall Sectional at the Haimerl aware of. First, the Flying Buckeye Regional will be held in its’ usual location mention. Jeff Meckstroth came home to celebrate his Center on October 17th, 18th, and 19th in Columbus. 614-367-1685 (the Hope Hotel at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base), although at an earlier father’s birthday and did so with a session at the CBC. The In the meantime, don’t forget, exercise regularly— date than the past couple of years. The event begins on Tuesday, September 2nd, venue was packed, of course, to pay homage to our own Play East/West! the day immediately after Labor Day, at 10am and continues through Sunday. Mr. Bridge. Our best wishes go out to Robert and Gisela There are new Knockouts on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday with Meckstroth, both of whom were regulars at the Franklin Flying Buckeye Swiss events on Thursday and Sunday. There are Pairs events at every session Club until only very recently. Tuesday through Saturday. And the schedule features 2-session Gold Rush One additional player deserves special recognition for Regional events every day during the week at 10am and 2:30pm. her recent accomplishment. Norma Nickoloff has achieved The second event that I want to promote is the next Central Ohio sectional, the rank of Gold Life Master. Norma is as pleasant as she September 02 - 07, 2014 Friday, October 17th through Sunday, October 19th. Likewise, it will be at its’ is competitive at the table. Just last week she executed a usual location, the Haimerl Center at 1421 Morse Road, Columbus, 43229. It squeeze against me that no one else in the room found! will kick off with our eighth Bridge+Brunch event on Friday morning at 9am Thanks a lot, Norma. Seriously, though, we do thank Norma for Non-Life Masters only, and this one will feature Emerald Life Master Anita for her continuing work on the unit’s behalf for leading our Torrence as our expert analyst. Friday and Saturday will then feature pairs charitable activities at Christmas, and we congratulate her events, and the weekend will conclude on Sunday with our bracketed Swiss for this significant achievement. I hope she’ll accept an Columbus Ohio teams. Rick Drake has volunteered to be our Tournament Chairperson, and offer and go to her first national one of these upcoming Tim Kohl is going to be our Partnership Chairperson. Please contact these days—Chicago is close and soon. Sectional gentlemen with any questions you have about the weekend. There may or may This is my last submission as President of COBA. not be advertising in this edition of the MWM for either event, but regardless It has been a pleasure to serve the vast majority of our October 17 - 19, 2014 the fliers for both The Flying Buckeye and our October Sectional are available members. As usual, however, it only takes a few rotten on www.acbl.org. apples to spoil the whole barrel. As far as I know, outside I want to pass on best wishes to two of our very finest, Doug Simson and of Memphis and our Tournament Directors, everyone that Ken Eichenbaum, who are competing in the Championship bracket of the Grand any member comes into contact with at any tournament National Teams event in Las Vegas later this month. Doug already achieved anywhere is a volunteer. That means that person is doing some success at a national event this year, finishing 14th with Eric Rodwell in a job that you, yourself, are unwilling to do. So what does Columbus Ohio the Platinum Pairs in Dallas. Also in Dallas, interestingly, Toni Bales teamed that say about you when you are critical of that person and Sectional Page D11 ACBL 117 122 124 130 136 164 193 227 154 January 09 - 11, 2015 10 SITE SITE ♣ ♣ ♣ ♣ ♣ ♣ ♣ ♣ ♣ Here is our latest complete list of players who are to be congratulated for their advancement this quarter: New Category Masterpoint Level Unit 122 Members Patricia Carey, Joan Johnson, Frances Sheilds, Joyce Waroway, Junior Master 5-20 Susan Bailey, Sue Gross, John Baker III, Rita Jones, Beverly Kara- iskos, Dee Parrish, and Charlene Pickerill-Bowm Helen Bluth, Rondal Bostic, Carrie Hauser, Gordon Moxley, Club Master 20-50 Barbara Giller, Harold Jones, Charles Shriner, Jack Weisenstein, Robert Hauser, Bill Laakso, and Nancy Donaldson Jayne Howard, Susan Korda, Nancy Bentley, Melanie Myers, John Sectional Master 50-100 Heft, Cynthia Windsor and Carole Schuller Terence Campbell, Ruth May, Christy Coupland, Monica Aedo, Regional Master 100-200 John Medley, Nancy Medley, Karen Scott, Ron Scott, Alan Coup- land, and Siva Gopal Sherry Allison, Rick Ramey, Michele Ruf, Paul Grygier, Mary NABC Master 200+ Hungerford, Philip Shafer, and Marilyn Wolfe Advanced NABC Master 300+ Jane Witherspoon Life Master 300+ or 500+ Tim Kohl and Dorothy Shorr Bronze LM 500+ Helen Kinderman and Sallie Sloboda Silver LM 1000+ John Reger and Mary Cordray Congratulations to these players as they advance through our ranks. ♣

Page D11 ACBL 11 SITE SITE Tues Compact KO I1 1-2 10:00 2:30 Sept 2 Stratified Open Pairs 10:00 2:30 Flying Buckeye Regional A=2500+, A/x=0-2500 Gold Rush Pairs4 B=300-750, C=0-300 10:00 2:30 Morn/Aft/Eve Side Series Open Pairs3 10:00 2:30 7:30 Single Session Stratified Swiss 2:30 September 02 - 07, 2014 **Non-Life Master Stratified Pairs2 2:30 7:30 Evening Knockout II round 1 7:30

Wed Knockout III round 1 & 2 10:00 2:30 Hope Hotel & Conference Center Sept 3 Stratified Open Pairs (see above) 10:00 2:30 Gold Rush Pairs4 (see above) 10:00 2:30 Single Session Stratified Open Swiss 2:30 Wright-Patterson AFB - Area A, Gate 12A 2 **Non-Life Master Stratified Pairs 10:00 2:30 7:30 Morn/Aft/Eve Side Series Pairs3 10:00 2:30 7:30 Fairborn, OH 45433 • 937-879-2696 Evening Knockout II round 2 7:30 Evening Knockout IV round 1 7:30

Thu Knockout III 3–4 10:00 2:30 Sept 4 Stratified Open Swiss Teams 10:00 2:30 A=2500+, A/x=0-2500 Gold Rush Teams*4 10:00 2:30 ** Non-Life Master Stratified Pairs2 10:00 2:30 TOURNAMENT CHAIRS Morn/Aft/Eve Side Series Pairs3 10:00 2:30 7:30 Evening Knockout II round 3 7:30 Evening Knockout IV round 2 7:30 Georgia Banziger: 937-439-4073 Fri Knockout V 1–2 10:00 2:30 ([email protected]) Sept 5 Stratified Open Pairs (see above) 10:00 2:30 Gold Rush Pairs4 (see above) 10:00 2:30 Cheryl Schneider: 614-804-4815 ** Non-Life Master Stratified Pairs2 10:00 2:30 7:30 Morn/Aft/Eve Side Series Pairs3 10:00 2:30 7:30 ( [email protected]) Single Session Stratified Swiss 2:30 7:30 Evening Knockout II Final (if needed) 7:30 Evening Knockout IV round 3 7:30

Sat Knockout V 3-4 10:00 2:30 PARTNERSHIP 1 Sept 6 Compact KO VI 10:00 2:30 Single Session Stratified Swiss 2:30 Marilyn O’Connor: 937-885-4395 Stratified Open Pairs 10:00 2:30 A=unlimited, B=500-2000, C=0-500 ([email protected]) ** Non-Life Master Stratified Pairs2 10:00 2:30 7:30 Morn/Aft/Eve Side Series Pairs3 10:00 2:30 7:30 Larry Jones: 614-530-0551 Evening Knockout IV Final (if needed) 7:30

([email protected]) Sun Stratiflighted Swiss Teams 10:00 Play-thru Sept 7 [A=unlimited, A/x=0-2500], [B=750–1500, C=300–750, D=0-300, but no one person over 1500]

1Compact KOs - Limit 4 per team 2 NLM (Non-Life Master) sessions are single session events not eligible for GOLD Points & held if attendance warrants Check www.mvba.com for updates and complete flier 3 Side Series Pairs - Play in at least two side games at same time period on different days to be eligible to win an overall Gold award for side games held that time of day. 4Gold Rush pairs – no one over 750 mp and DOES pay GOLD for overalls/section top in B.

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CENTRAL OHIO SECTIONAL October 17-19, 2014 Central Ohio Sectional Haimerl Center 1421 Morse Road, Columbus, OH 43229 Exit 116 on I-71 (Morse Road) East on Morse for 0.8 miles (on right) October 17 - 19, 2014 Extra Silver Points – Great Hospitality – Free Parking Haimerl Center Friday, October 17 9:00 AM BridgePlusBrunch – Special event for non-Life Masters Earn Silver points and learn from experts in a relaxed, friendly 1421 Morse Road • Columbus, OH 43227 environment. Fewer number of boards followed by interactive learning. Lunch included. Every player will receive a detailed Hand Analysis and Hand Record. 1:30 PM Strati-Flighted A/X Pairs (unlimited/3000) Strati-Flighted B/C/D Pairs (1500/1000/500)* Great playing site – Easy access to I-71 and I-270 Stratified 299er Pairs** Minutes from Easton Town Center and Polaris Fashion Place HOTELS & RESTAURANTS 7:00 PM ACBL GRASS ROOTS CHARITY GAMES 40% MORE SILVER POINTS – NO EXTRA CHARGE EASTON TOWN CENTER (3 miles east on Morse Rd.) Stratifield Open Pairs Stratifield 299er Pairs** Courtyard by Marriott Hilton Residence Inn TOURNAMENT CHAIR Hampton Inn Best Western Comfort Suites

Saturday, October 18 Brio Tuscan Grille Café Instanbul California Pizza Kitchen Judy Auer: 614.329.3401 Cheesecake Factory Chipotle Fado Irish Pub Five Guys Graeter’s Jimmy John’s Max & Erma’s The Melting Pot ([email protected]) 10:00 AM Stratified Open Pairs McCormick & Schmidt’s Seafood Mitchell’s Ocean Club Smith & Wollensky World of Beer & Stratified 299er Pairs** Plus many others 3:00 PM PARTNERSHIP (single sessions) POLARIS FASHION PLACE (5 miles north on I-71) Sunday, October 19 Tom Kohl: 419.439.1129 Fairfield Inn & Suites Hilton Holiday Inn Express ([email protected]) 10:30 AM Bracketed Swiss Teams Hampton Inn & Suites Hilton Garden Inn Comfort Inn

Teams divided into brackets of eights Applebee’s Chick-Fil-A Cold Stone Creamery Playthrough – Lunch may be purchased on site Bonefish Grill BJ’s Brewhouse Carrabba’s Chile Verde Charley’s Grilled Subs The Claddagh Eddie Merlot’s Olive Garden Qdoba Jimmy John’s Max & Erma’s Fisherman’s Wharf General Information Marcella’s Italian Kitchen Mitchell’s Steakhouse O’Charley’s Potbelly Polaris Grille Smokey Bones Starbucks Skyline Chili Central-ohio-bridge-association.com Steak-n-Shake Noodles & Company Texas Roadhouse Stratification for all games is based on average masterpoints Plus many others *No player above 1500/**No player above 300 masterpoints Tournament Chairperson: Judy Auer 614.329.3401 – [email protected] Partnerships: Tim Kohl – 419.439.1129 – [email protected]

Central-ohio-bridge-association.com Central-ohio-bridge-assocation.com

Page D11 ACBL 13 SITE SITE Columbus Ohio Sectional - October 17 - 19, 2014 announcements. A.J. secured an outright acquittal on five of the seven felony counts against him and hung the jury on PRESIDENT the other two. Under the circumstances, the pending Amendment to the Club Constitution prohibiting officer service A J Stephani during a period of incarceration is moot and the disgruntled Club members who proposed it have been appropriately chastened. ♣ 513-648-9553

SECRETARY TUNIThe Comm 124odore Barbara Levinson 513-530-0953

& Big Bird TREASURER Susan Wisner CINCINNATI 513-561-3156 he schedule of pending social activities at the Club was recently E–CONTACT th announced beginning with the Summer Séance on July 7 in our A J Stephani Meditation Room. This semi-annual event will again be conducted by Madam Sosostris and is subject to rescheduling if ectoplasmic 513-648-9553 distortions arise. Participation is limited to twenty members all of whomT must submit to aura pre-screening no later than June 30th to ensure RECORDER group communion compatibility. In past years trans-dimensional linkages were Potter Orr established with Ely Culbertson and Louis H. Watson. This year Madam S. will try to reach Harold Sterling Vanderbilt—the namesake of one of your reporters. 513-271-6318 The Submarine Cruise departs August st1 this year from the Public Landing and will be skippered by Captain Mike Lipp (U.S.N. ret’d) who promises TOURNAMENTS not to repeat the unfortunate claustrophobia immersion therapy offered last Michael Lipp year. Instead the Cruise will offer intensive instruction on Howell movement techniques in tight quarters. Finally, Mike intends to regale all passengers by 513-467-8054 reading some excerpts from his latest book “Psycho or Psychic” soon to be available as an on-line download from vanitypress.com. The Club laboratory failed again in its attempt to create an actual Flying Pig in time for this year’s regional tournament. Although a variety of surgical/ Summer Getaway grafting and gene splicing approaches have been tried, nothing better than awkward gliding has been achieved. While not worthy of public exhibition, this Sectional specimen—yclept hyperbolically the “Soaring Sow”—may be seen on the third Friday of each month when guided tours will be offered to Club members. August 15 - 17, 2014 The Club is saddened to announce the passing of its long-time groundskeeper Tommy “The Hatchet” Higgins. Tommy spent his last few years trying to emulate the financial success of Lloyd Olsen—the owner of “Mike the Headless Chicken” (“Miracle Mike”) in the mid-40s. The Club permitted Tommy to maintain a large brood of fowl in a caged enclosure at the back of the Club where he attempted several times each day to decapitate and re-animate District 11 a member of that brood. Apparently, the flock retaliated and attacked Tommy en masse. A paronomasic member of the local constabulary, after viewing the NAP Finals grizzly scene, remarked that it was “a deed most fowl” and that the perpetrators had apparently “flown the coop.” We shall miss Tommy and his chicken dinners. October 11 - 12, 2014 Finally, your reporters congratulate our President, A.J. Stephani, on his recent acquittal from the insider trading charges rashly brought against him by some SEC attorneys who not-so-coincidentally had lost a close knock-out round against A.J.’s team. The theory that A.J.’s tournament play was only a cover for his interception of Warren “T-Bone” Buffet’s investment communications was far-fetched and supported only by the ten instances in which A.J.’s astute Cincinnati stock trading shortly preceded and tracked exactly T-Bone’s public acquisition Spooktacular Sectional Page D11 ACBL 117 122 124 130 136 164 193 227 154 October 24 - 26, 2014 14 SITE SITE ♣ ♣ ♣ ♣ ♣ ♣ ♣ ♣ ♣ Summer Getaway Sectional Summer Getaway August 15 - 17, 2014 Sectional August 15-17, 2014 Doubletree by Hilton at Our inaugural SCHEDULE * Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport year FRIDAY 2826 Terminal Drive • Hebron, KY 41048 Stratified Open Pairs 10 a.m., 2:30 p.m., 7 p.m. * Awesome Open Swiss Teams 10 a.m. & 2:30 p.m. hospitality suite

SATURDAY * Speakers for all Stratified Open Pairs 10 a.m., 2:30 p.m., 7 p.m. experience levels Bracketed Compact KOs 10 a.m. & 2:30 p.m. TOURNAMENT CHAIRS Stratified NLM Pairs 10 a.m., 2:30 p.m. * Concessions on sale each day Elaine Jarchow: 859-816-4581 SUNDAY ([email protected]) Bracketed Play-Through Swiss Teams 10 a.m. * $10 entry fee; lunch may be purchased half-price ages Cordell Coy: 859-466-1835 20-and-under

($3 additional per person ([email protected]) Stratified pairs: 0-750, 750-2000, 2000 + for non or unpaid ACBL Teams bracketed by average master points members) PARTNERSHIP CONTACTS LOCATION

Cindy Tretter: 859-635-4400 Tournament Chairs: Elaine Jarchow, Doubletree by Hilton at Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport 859-816-4581, [email protected]; 2826 Terminal Drive, Hebron, KY 41048 ([email protected]) Cordell Coy, 859-466-1835, 859-371-6166; www.doubletree.hilton.com [email protected] Ask for $89 NKY Bridge Club rate, or online code C-NKB

Partnerships Chair: Cindy Tretter, FREE PARKING in hotel lots 859-653-4400; [email protected] Directions: Take I-275 Exit 4 (4B if westbound; both 4.5 miles www.NKYbridge.org For more information, visit west of I-71/75) onto Terminal Drive toward airport. Hotel is www. NKYbridge.org directly in front of air terminals. Follow Hotel signs and exit left onto hotel access road.

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NAP District Finals

October 11 - 12, 2014

Cincinnati Bridge Center

2860 Cooper Road • Cincinnati, OH 45241

District 11 Final: 2-Session Pairs Saturday, October 11 OR Sunday, October 12

Cincinnati Bridge Center 2860 Cooper Road, Cincinnati, OH 45241

Saturday, 10/11, 12:00 and 5:00: Flight B (<2500 MPs) Sunday, 10/12, 11:00 and 4:00: Flights A (Open) and C (NLM, <500)

DISTRICT 11 NAP/GNT COORDINATOR

Play in the District 11 Finals in more than one Flight! You may play in Flights A and B, or Flights B and C. LARRY JONES: 614-530-0551 Questions about the NAP? ([email protected]) Go to cincybridge.com and click on NAP logo

District 11 NAP/GNT Coordinator: Larry Jones [email protected] or 614-530-0551

Page D11 ACBL 16 SITE SITE District 11 NAP Finals - October 11 - 12, 2014 Cincinnati Spooktacular Sectional Cincinnati October 24 - 26, 2014 SpooktacularSpooktacular Sectional Cincinnati Bridge Center October 24-26, 2014 2860 Cooper Road • Cincinnati, OH 45241 Cincinnati Bridge Center Friday and Sunday 2860 Cooper Road, Cinti OH 45241 513-563-2218 2-Session Swiss! Extra Parking Behind Viox Building at 9884 Reading Road Strats: 0-750/750-2000/2000+ Friday Swiss: Stratified FRIDAY, OCT. 24 Sunday Swiss: Bracketed All Events Use Average MPs TOURNAMENT CHAIR Open Pairs ...... 10:00AM, 2:30PM and 7:00PM NLM Pairs ...... 10:00AM and 2:30PM Zombie Apocalypse Swiss (2 sessions) Tournament Chair: A. J. Stephani: 513-313-0488 A.J. Stephani ...... 10:00AM and 2:30PM ([email protected]) 513-313-0488 [email protected] SATURDAY, OCT. 25 Open Pairs ...... 10:00AM, 2:30PM and 7:00PM PARTNERSHIP Partnership Chair: NLM Pairs ...... 10:00AM and 2:30PM Bob Fisk Black Cat Compact KO...... 10:00AM and 2:30PM 513-379-5252 Bob Fisk: 513-379-5252 [email protected] ([email protected]) SUNDAY, OCT. 26 Spooktacular Swiss (2 session playthrough). . 10:00AM $10 entry ($5 Youth) ($3 surcharge non/unpd. ACBL mbrs) (Buffet lunch included in entry)

AREA HOTELS Hilton Garden Inn / 513-772-2837 / 3.7 Miles Wingate by Windham / 513-733-1142 / 3.2 Miles LivInn Suites / 513-772-7877 / 4.2 Miles

Page D11 ACBL 17 SITE SITE Cincinnati Spooktacular Sectional - October 24 - 26, 2014 Congratulations to Harold McGrath, who earned his Life Master and Bronze Life Master ranks this past month. PRESIDENT Last year was one with many accomplishments as individuals climbed the Ladder of Ranks in the Unit 130 Mini-McKinney Liz Brown races, which include both local competitions and beyond. Thanks to club manager Tom Charles’ bi-monthly pre-game lessons and Beverly Salmon and Jack Madsen’s Thursday instructional sessions as well as individual study and online 317-894-0595 practice and play, the names of quite a few people appeared in the top five in their category: SECRETARY UNIT 130 Category MPs Name Rank Points Nico Sneider 317-815-4037 Frank Tharp Rookie 0-5 Jody Benken 1 36.61 Junior Master 5-20 Mary “Henry” Neff 3 35.88 TREASURER Mary Jo Erdberg CENTRAL IN Club Master 20-50 Eugene Klett 4 54.33 317-598-1681 Regional Master 100-200 Deb Brunoehler, Mike Betigheimer 4 5 107.35 / 86.15 he Indianapolis Bridge Center was pleased to honor one of our E–CONTACT th members with a Gold Life Master party on June 4 . The honoree was NABC Master 200-300 Charles McPeek 1 123.73 Nico Sneider Pat Kraut. Her daughter Kim was in attendance to help her celebrate, 317-815-4037 and Tom Cone spoke for the occasion. Much good food was followed Bronze Life Master 500-1000 Darrel Peckinpaugh, Clare Peckinpaugh 1 2 126.24 / 124.44 by a rousing bridge game. Pat played with Ellie Grinslade, and she continuedT her winning ways by coming in first overall! RECORDER As this goes to press, the IBC is preparing for The Longest Day bridge Ella Reff reporting. ♣ Frank Tharp fundraiser on June 21st to raise funds for Alzheimer’s research and awareness. We hope it will be a very successful and enjoyable day for all who participate. 317-787-3205 The IBC will be recognizing our club Manager, Sharon Austin, as she has attained Diamond Life Master Rank! The party will be on August 23rd at TOURNAMENTS the noon game. We hope many of her bridge friends from far and near will be Bob Lyon able to attend and help celebrate this monumental achievement. 317-514-5695 Muncie Bridge Club

Here is a mini biography of our club manager, Tom Charles: Tom became interested in bridge in his twenties after watching neighbors Terre Haute Zee and Bill Trenfield play a few rounds, and then they told him he had to plunge in. After attending Harvard and Indiana University and earning an Sectional MBA, Tom chose bridge over chess and got involved again. After retiring from Ball State in 2008, he was asked to be the Muncie club manager. October 03 - 05, 2014 Within the past year, he has given strategy lessons twice a month. Tom earned his Life Master and Bronze Life Master status simultaneously. Beverly Salmon is a member whose father introduced her to this challenging game. Jack Madsen helped her on her way to achieving the rank of Life Master. Now Beverly is living the motto “pay it forward” by offering bridge classes in her home. Jack does the Indianapolis background work like ordering supplies and preparing concomitant boards for the lesson of the day. The Muncie club has now added a 0-299 game on Thursdays. Sectional One of our newer members, Linda Parker, is taking lessons from Beverly and Jack. Linda is retired from the U.S. Army and worked on Black Hawk November 21 - 23, 2014 helicopters. “I found bridge both overwhelming and fascinating at first,” she said. “It was interesting enough to keep me coming back.” She took up bridge after her father Tip Hesson encouraged her. “I admired his memory and saw how much fun he was having. You learn by good play and bad play both,” she reflected. Two seasoned players recently scored an 82% game and won 3.00 master points. Rod Ford and Jack Eflin were all Indianapolis smiles after the Upgraded Club Championship game in April. Regional February 23 - March 01 Page D11 ACBL 117 122 124 130 136 164 193 227 154 2015 18 SITE SITE ♣ ♣ ♣ ♣ ♣ ♣ ♣ ♣ ♣ E B A 2014 T H N K Terre Haute Bridge Sectional N Terre Haute Sectional S O October 3–5

October 03 - 05, 2014 O F H S T A InternatIonal UnIon of operatIng engIneers H E A B Union of Operating Engineers W 6801 US Hwy 41 South (3.4 miles south of I-70 on US-41) 6801 US HWY 41 South • Terre Haute, IN 765-832-7574 lodgIng: drUry Inn / 812-238-1206 Tana Holt Ask for Terre Haute Bridge rate: $85 (book by Sept. 25) Co-Chairperson Free AM breakfast and PM hors d’oeuvres 812-533-3834 3040 S. US Highway 41 Sharon Winters Co-Chairperson (directly north of I-70 exit) frIday, oct. 3 TOURNAMENT CHAIRS Brackets Stratified Open Pairs ...... 7:30pm Tana Holt: 765-832-7574 Strats 299er Stratified 299er Pairs ...... 7:30pm A 1500+ 200–300 [light hospitality after game] B 750–1500 100–200 Sharon Winters: 812-533-3834 C 0–750 0–100 satUrday, oct. 4 Compact KO Teams* ...... 10am, 2:30pm Partnership Stratified Open Pairs (single sessions) ..... 10am, 2:30pm Mary Lunsford Stratified 299er Pairs (single sessions) ..... 10am, 2:30pm PARTNERSHIP 765-832-5265 Emerging Players Game, 0–100pts ($5) ...... 2:30pm Mary Lunsford: 765-832-5265 [hospitality lunch between sessions]

sUnday, oct. 5 Stratified Swiss Teams ...... 10:30am HOTEL [lunch included — come early for donuts] please note: all tImes gIven are estImated Drury Inn * KO events may be handicapped 812-238-1206 d r a w I n g s f o r d I n n e r s a t l o c a l r e s t a U r a n t s Ask for Terre Haute Bridge Rate - Book by September 25

Page D11 ACBL 19 SITE SITE Terre Haute Sectional - October 03 - 05, 2014 LOCATION Indianapolis Northside Player Appreciation Sectional

Knights of Columbus November 21 - 23, 2014 (317) 253-3471 2100 East 71st Street

Indianapolis, IN 46220 INDIANAPOLIS 2014 Fall Player Appreciation Sectional November 21, 22, 23 - Northside Knights of Columbus

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Special Player Appreciation Events

FRIDAY - NOVEMBER 21  Friday evening Snacks provided by the CIBA Board and Friends  Bracketed KO Teams 2:00 7:00 Sessions 1 and 2 of 3  Saturday AM Coffee and doughnuts provided TOURNAMENT CHAIRS  Stratified Open Pairs 2:00 7:00  Saturday AM “Beat the Computer Open Pairs” Outdo the computer on three successive boards and win a Maribeth Ransel: 317-542-0362  299ers Pairs 2:00 7:00 “Free Play” (one free play per player). Beat the computer on four successive boards and be the first to add your name to the SATURDAY - NOVEMBER 22 Inaugural Beat the Computer Honor Board. ([email protected])  Bracketed KO Teams 9:30 Session 3 of 3  Saturday AM One “Free Play” to winners of KO brackets

 99ers Pairs 9:30  Saturday PM After your evening meal, come back for desserts provided by the Judy Drejer: 317-600-4714 (If attendance warrants) CIBA Board and Friends

 Stratified Open Pairs 9:30  Sunday Television coverage of Colts available without sound ([email protected]) “BEAT THE COMPUTER!”

 Stratified Open Pairs 2:00 7:00

 299ers Pairs 2:00 7:00 Co-chairs: Maribeth Ransel [email protected] 317-542-0362 PARTNERSHIP Judy Drejer [email protected] 317-600-4714  Stratified Open Swiss 2:00 7:00

Two sessions Partnerships: Peggy Kramer [email protected] 317-727-0009

Peggy Kramer: 317-727-0009 Sheila Baker [email protected] 317-437-5458 SUNDAY - NOVEMBER 23

 CIBA (Unit 130) Annual Meeting 10:45 Directions: Northside Knights of Columbus 2100 E. 71st 317-253-3471  ([email protected]) Bracketed Swiss Teams 11:00 From I-465 (on the northside), turn south on Keystone to 71st. Turn right on Play through. Teams will be seeded into brackets based on average MPs. 71st and the facility will be on the right, just one-half block from your turn. You will only play teams in your bracket. Box lunches can be ordered

Friday or Saturday AM. Nearby hotels: There are a number of motels of varying price ranges along the East 86th St. Sheila Baker: 317-437-5458 Tourney Strats corridor. Google Indianapolis northeast motels for information. Open: A = 2000+ B = 750-2000 C = 0-750 ([email protected]) 299ers: A = 100-300 B = 50-100 C = 0-50 Ciba  All events stratified by average MPs except when event has upper limit. Then all players must have fewer than that limit. Central Indiana Bridge Association  KO Teams may be handicapped. Z E R O T O L E R A N C E O B S E R V E D  Sunday Swiss is bracketed - teams play only in their own brackets.

Page D11 ACBL 20 SITE SITE Indianapolis Sectional - November 21 - 23, 2014 at a bargain price. PRESIDENT Also approaching is the Dayton summer sectional tournament, August 1 through 3. ACBL members with 0-5 Georgia Banziger points will play free all weekend. Don’t miss it! Winding up the summer will be the Flying Buckeye Regional at the Hope Conference Center in Fairborn from 937-439-4073 September 2 to 7. Always a great time, get your partnerships ready. Sadly, the second quarter of 2014 marked the loss of two of our players. Roger Dybvig and Jerry Sharky passed SECRETARY ♣ UNIT 136 away in March and April, respectively. We miss them. David Kennedy Bonnie Papini 937-276-9126 TREASURER Jeffrey Gargrave MIAMI VALLEY 937-554-0856 pring has been great for bridge in the Miami Valley. The Dayton E–CONTACT spring sectional was April 11-13 at the Presidential Way Bridge Georgia Banziger Center. Joe Keim chaired the event. Jan Sheppe performed hospitality duties, Marilynn O’Connor took care of partnerships and Joanne 937-439-4073 Coyle decorated the entrance with early seasonal flowers. The event Sconcluded with thirty tables in a Swiss team contest, won by Dallas Moore’s RECORDER geographically diverse team. Jeff Gargrave won the most masterpoints in the Jeffrey Gargrave event. April was also charity month, with lots of good causes supported by the 937-554-0856 bridge club. TOURNAMENTS Cause Amount Georgia Banziger ACBL Charity $556 Alzheimer’s Association $302 937-439-4073 The Tenth Life $ 78 Hospice of Dayton $ 70 Wounded Warrior $ 36 Dayton Thanks to everyone who played during the month. April 27 was the season’s first Bridge in the Barn in Logan County. Jim Summer Sectional Rash’s unique Swiss team event continues the last Sunday of the month through September. The first winners of the year were the team of Barbara Bates, Sally August 01 - 03, 2014 Eggleston, Harry Messinger and Dinah Williams. Contact Jim Rash to reserve your place by e-mail ([email protected]) or phone (321.960.4315). A new beginner’s bridge class started May 10th at the Miami Valley Bridge Center. Dallas Moore and Gary Hatten are collaborating in leading the “Club Series” class. Turnout has been excellent. Thanks to those dedicated gentlemen for their efforts. Flying Buckeye The Thursday before Memorial Day, May 22, the Logan County Bridge Club treated military veterans to a free game. What a nice way to say thanks Regional for their service. On Memorial Day, Tom Coyle hosted a picnic/bridge game. Tom provided September 02 - 07, 2014 chips, Nathan’s hot dogs and buns and lots of folks brought other delectable edibles. Everyone got plenty to eat and had fun, especially the winners: Vickie Sebastian and Audrey Dybvad for North South and Don Messer and Richard Garlough for East West. The end of May means that the Mentor-Mentee program is beginning. MM pairs can play for half price Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings and Dayton Wednesday afternoon. Sounds like an excellent way to tune up the partnerships Sectional Page D11 ACBL 117 122 124 130 136 164 193 227 154 December 05 - 07, 2014 21 SITE SITE ♣ ♣ ♣ ♣ ♣ ♣ ♣ ♣ ♣

Dayton Summer Sectional Dayton Summer Sectional August 1 – 3, 2014

August 01 - 03, 2014 ALL EVENTS STRATIFIED (BASED ON AVERAGE PLAYER POINTS):

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TOURNAMENT CHAIR 4:00 PM Non Life Master Pairs & *Open Pairs ($3 additional for non or unpaid Jeff Gargrave: (937) 554-0856 Sunday –August 3, 2014 ACBL members) 11:00 AM Stratified Swiss Teams (play through) Based on Team Avg MPs ([email protected]) Famous Dayton Complimentary Buffet served during session

Tournament Chair: Jeff Gargrave, [email protected], (937) 554-0856 PARTNERSHIP Partnership Chair: Marilyn O’Connor [email protected] (937) 885-4395

DIRECTIONS:Cincinnati: I-75N to I-675 Exit 43 N (Columbus), to Exit 4B Kettering. Merge right onto 48/Far Hills Ave. Travel .9 miles to Whipp Rd.. Turn Right on Whipp, proceed .6 miles to Marshall Rd. Turn Left, travel 1.6 miles to E. David Rd. Turn Marilyn O’Connor: (937) 885-4395 Right on David, after .2 miles turn Right on Presidential Way to 4701. Columbus: I 70W to Exit 44; I-675 South to Exit 7 for Wilmington Pike. Turn Right onto Wilmington and travel 1.8 miles to E. ([email protected]) David Rd. Travel .7 miles to Hempstead Station Rd; Turn left and travel .3 miles to Presidential Way. Turn Right onto Presidential Way to 4701 immediately on your left. Indianapolis: I-70 E to Exit 44, I-675 South to Exit 7. (Follow above directions from Exit 7 onto Wilmington Pike). Motel: Holiday Inn Express (breakfast incl): 5655 Wilmington Pike, Centerville, OH. 937-424-5757. Off Exit 7, I-675. Ask for Special Rate Code: IL6XR Bridge Strategy.

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Page D11 ACBL 22 SITE SITE Dayton Summer Sectional - August 01 - 03, 2014 Tues Compact KO I1 1-2 10:00 2:30 Sept 2 Stratified Open Pairs 10:00 2:30 Flying Buckeye Regional A=2500+, A/x=0-2500 Gold Rush Pairs4 B=300-750, C=0-300 10:00 2:30 Morn/Aft/Eve Side Series Open Pairs3 10:00 2:30 7:30 Single Session Stratified Swiss 2:30 September 02 - 07, 2014 **Non-Life Master Stratified Pairs2 2:30 7:30 Evening Knockout II round 1 7:30

Wed Knockout III round 1 & 2 10:00 2:30 Hope Hotel & Conference Center Sept 3 Stratified Open Pairs (see above) 10:00 2:30 Gold Rush Pairs4 (see above) 10:00 2:30 Single Session Stratified Open Swiss 2:30 Wright-Patterson AFB - Area A, Gate 12A 2 **Non-Life Master Stratified Pairs 10:00 2:30 7:30 Morn/Aft/Eve Side Series Pairs3 10:00 2:30 7:30 Fairborn, OH 45433 • 937-879-2696 Evening Knockout II round 2 7:30 Evening Knockout IV round 1 7:30

Thu Knockout III 3–4 10:00 2:30 Sept 4 Stratified Open Swiss Teams 10:00 2:30 A=2500+, A/x=0-2500 Gold Rush Teams*4 10:00 2:30 ** Non-Life Master Stratified Pairs2 10:00 2:30 TOURNAMENT CHAIRS Morn/Aft/Eve Side Series Pairs3 10:00 2:30 7:30 Evening Knockout II round 3 7:30 Evening Knockout IV round 2 7:30 Georgia Banziger: 937-439-4073 Fri Knockout V 1–2 10:00 2:30 ([email protected]) Sept 5 Stratified Open Pairs (see above) 10:00 2:30 Gold Rush Pairs4 (see above) 10:00 2:30 Cheryl Schneider: 614-804-4815 ** Non-Life Master Stratified Pairs2 10:00 2:30 7:30 Morn/Aft/Eve Side Series Pairs3 10:00 2:30 7:30 ( [email protected]) Single Session Stratified Swiss 2:30 7:30 Evening Knockout II Final (if needed) 7:30 Evening Knockout IV round 3 7:30

Sat Knockout V 3-4 10:00 2:30 PARTNERSHIP 1 Sept 6 Compact KO VI 10:00 2:30 Single Session Stratified Swiss 2:30 Marilyn O’Connor: 937-885-4395 Stratified Open Pairs 10:00 2:30 A=unlimited, B=500-2000, C=0-500 ([email protected]) ** Non-Life Master Stratified Pairs2 10:00 2:30 7:30 Morn/Aft/Eve Side Series Pairs3 10:00 2:30 7:30 Larry Jones: 614-530-0551 Evening Knockout IV Final (if needed) 7:30

([email protected]) Sun Stratiflighted Swiss Teams 10:00 Play-thru Sept 7 [A=unlimited, A/x=0-2500], [B=750–1500, C=300–750, D=0-300, but no one person over 1500]

1Compact KOs - Limit 4 per team 2 NLM (Non-Life Master) sessions are single session events not eligible for GOLD Points & held if attendance warrants Check www.mvba.com for updates and complete flier 3 Side Series Pairs - Play in at least two side games at same time period on different days to be eligible to win an overall Gold award for side games held that time of day. 4Gold Rush pairs – no one over 750 mp and DOES pay GOLD for overalls/section top in B.

Page D11 ACBL 23 SITE SITE Flying Buckeye Regional - September 02 - 07, 2014 ◀ Terrell Holt—Outgoing President of PRESIDENT Blue Grass Unit 164 Terrell Holt Big Game!!! 859-351-2023 On Monday, June 2nd, D. L. Proctor and Jerry Hess finished st1 overall in the AM Club Championship Open SECRETARY Pairs with a whopping 76.33% game! They were sitting Kathleen Linck UNIT 164 North/South in the twelve table game. Very impressive, 859-269-2942 Andra Gyor guys! Congratulations!! Life Master Milestones TREASURER The following individuals have achieved these life master Anita Pettus milestones: BLUE GRASS 859-619-3323 New Life Master exington Spring Sectional Tournament Jo Patrice Aubrey E–CONTACT “We had a great turn-out. Up 14½ tables from last year!” reported Paul Moss Terrell Holt Terrell Holt, tournament chair. The total attendance was 247 tables Russ Whitney over a three-day tournament. 918.56 silver masterpoints were earned 859-351-2023 by 235 players. Gold Life Master L Election for new officers for Unit 164 was held during the Spring Janie Judy RECORDER Sectional. Sandra Marlin was elected as president. Joining the Board as new Kathleen Linck members are Darryl Bennett and Edgar Iwamoto. Sondra Holt will fill the Congratulations to all!! position of Unit Representative to the District 11 Board. Learn Bridge in a Day events. 859-269-2942 The overall points winners at the tournament were Sue Bullard 2) Developed and published the first set of standing and Harry Gordon. Their Saturday Knock-outs first place finish in A with rules for Unit 164. ▼ Jennifer Williams, TOURNAMENTS teammates Kurt and Janet Brescoll gave them the early lead. Finishing in the 3) Obtaining for the first time a sanction for a non- Lewis, Janet & Kurt Brescoll John Kennedy top ten Sunday Swiss with teammates Dennis Hesthaven and Jeanne James life master sectional tournament for the Unit. sealed their victory. 4) Our presentation for holding the District 11 606-598-3855 The overall winner in B was Vangie Smith of Louisville. First place GNT Finals in Lexington was approved by the in Saturday Open Pairs with partner Christopher Overpeck and also first District Board and we successfully held the place overall in the Sunday Swiss Teams with Christopher, Helen Casey and Finals in Lexington in 2014 for the first time in Marilyn Riese gave Vangie the edge over the other B competitors. over fifteen years. Lexington Paul Piwowarski was the overall points winner in C. He and partner Terrell, always upbeat and energetic, has been Paul Hightower won the Friday Evening Open Pairs. Paul and Paul teamed a workhorse for the Unit. He has chaired numerous NLM Sectional with John and Gayle Holmes of Frankfort to place 2nd in B in the Sunday Swiss sectional and regional tournaments. He worked the Teams game. partnership desk at many of them, including the NABC July 26 - 27, 2014 Michael Jones won the 299’ers overall points award playing with long- in Louisville, with boundless enthusiasm. He has served time partner Leon Pauley placing 1st in Friday Afternoon Open Pairs and then on the District 11 Board as the Unit 164 representative. playing for the first time with Elizabeth Hays of Campbellsville in the Sunday When asked what his plans are for all the “spare Swiss Teams. They placed rd3 in C with their teammates Steve Vuotto and time” he will have after handing over the reins to the new Andra Gyor. president, he said, “Play bridge—I hope.” Thank you, Terrell! You are a true ambassador for Pine Mountain Terrell Holt our Unit and the game of bridge! Reflections on Four Years as Unit 164 President Sectional At the Unit 164 Board meeting, President Terrell Holt presented a bullet- Going Away Party point list of thirteen accomplishments the Unit has achieved during his four On Sunday, May 11th the Bridge Club of Lexington held September 12 - 14, 2014 year tenure. These ranged from the business of finances and investments a special Club Championship game to say good-bye to management, running three sectional tournaments annually, educating and four of our members – Janet, Kurt and Lewis Brescoll recruiting club members (Learn Bridge in a Day, Youth Bridge Camp, Bridge and Jennifer Williams. The Brescoll’s are moving back to Lessons) and providing supplies to the outlying clubs. Texas and Jennifer is moving on to Atlanta. We will miss Asked specifically what he was most proud of, he listed four items: all of them but wish them the best and know that the 1) The growth of the membership throughout the Unit due to the bridge clubs in Texas and Georgia will be thrilled to have Louisville/Lexington efforts of our wonderful teachers and volunteers; specifically the them as new members! Regional Page D11 ACBL 117 122 124 130 136 164 193 227 154 November 03 - 09, 2014 24 SITE SITE ♣ ♣ ♣ ♣ ♣ ♣ ♣ ♣ ♣ Pine Mountain Sectional – September 12-14 Make plans to attend the annual Pine Mountain Sectional Tournament this fall. Located in the picturesque mountains of Eastern Kentucky, this is more than just a typical bridge tournament. This is truly a unique experience—a “Bridge Retreat.” The Pine Mountain Sate Park and Resort accommodations range from rooms with mountain views in the Herndon J. Evans Lodge to quaint cabins in the woods and modern cottages—all near the Lodge where the tournament is held. There are miles of hiking trails if you need a break from the bridge table and want to take in the mountain air. A special social event is planned for tournament participants after dinner and before the evening session on Friday evening. Add this to your schedule—it will be fun! As an incentive for our new players and 299’ers, “Free Game” coupons for entry fees at the Pine Mountain Sectional will be awarded to individual winners at the Lexington NLM Sectional tournament ( July 27-28) and at the Lexington Club 299’ers games in August. Come out and play and compete for these prizes! ♣

Page D11 ACBL 25 SITE SITE Lexington Mid-SuMMer Lexington Mid-SuMMer Lexington NLM Sectional non-Life MaSter (0–500MP) non-Life MaSter (0–500MP) July 26 - 27, 2014 SectionaL tournaMent SectionaL tournaMent July 26 and 27, 2014 July 26 and 27, 2014

Bridge Club of Lexington Saturday, July 26 Saturday, July 26 3517 Lansdowne Drive • Lexington, KY Stratified Pairs Game • 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. Stratified Pairs Game • 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. Door Prizes & Raffle Door Prizes & Raffle Free coffee, sodas, and snacks all day Free coffee, sodas, and snacks all day

Sunday, July 27 Sunday, July 27

Stratified Swiss Teams • 10 a.m. Stratified Swiss Teams • 10 a.m. Stratified based on team’s average masterpoints Stratified based on team’s average masterpoints TOURNAMENT CHAIR Play through. Boxed lunch available Play through. Boxed lunch available Andra Gyor: 859-221-8209 Stratifications: 0–100 (C), 100–200 (B), 200–500 (A) Stratifications: 0–100 (C), 100–200 (B), 200–500 (A) ([email protected]) SN#1407022 SN#1407022 Hotel Tournament Chair Hotel Tournament Chair Hilton Lexington Suites Andra Gyor Hilton Lexington Suites Andra Gyor 245 Lexington Green Cir. (859) 221-8209 245 Lexington Green Cir. (859) 221-8209 (859) 271-7100 [email protected] (859) 271-7100 [email protected] PARTNERSHIP $119 + tax (book by 6/25, ask for $119 + tax (book by 6/25, ask for Lexington Bridge Club rate) Partnership Lexington Bridge Club rate) Partnership Judy Hess Wiljanen: 859-229-4030 Includes hot breakfast buffet Judy Hess Wiljanen Includes hot breakfast buffet Judy Hess Wiljanen (859) 229-4030 (859) 229-4030 ([email protected]) [email protected] [email protected]

Bridge Club of Lexington Bridge Club of Lexington 3517 Lansdowne Dr. 3517 Lansdowne Dr. HOTEL Lexington, KY 40517 Lexington, KY 40517 (859) 245-9770 (859) 245-9770 Hilton Lexington Suites Directions: From Rt. 4 (New Circle Rd.) take Exit 19 (Hwy 27/Nicholasville Directions: From Rt. 4 (New Circle Rd.) take Exit 19 (Hwy 27/Nicholasville 859-271-7100 Rd.) South. Turn left on Reynolds Rd. Turn right on Lansdowne Dr. Turn right Rd.) South. Turn left on Reynolds Rd. Turn right on Lansdowne Dr. Turn right Book by 6/25 - Ask for Lexington Bridge Club Rate immediately into parking lot (Post Office). Club is on right side in the back. immediately into parking lot (Post Office). Club is on right side in the back.

Page D11 ACBL 26 SITE SITE Lexington NLM Sectional - July 26 - 27, 2014 Tenth Annual Louisville/Lexington Regional LOUISVILLE – LEXINGTON REGIONAL November 03 - 09, 2014 November 3 – 9, 2014 At HORSESHOE CASINO 11999 Casino Center Drive Elizabeth IN 47117 Monday (Across the River from Louisville KY) Horseshoe Casino Charity Stratified SWISS 1:30 For reservations call: Charity Stratified Pairs 1:30 1-866-766-2671 Alysheba Bracketed KO (Rd.1) 7:30 Specify Group Code S11BRID 11999 Casino Center Drive Stratified Side Game Series 1 7:30 $92 Double: Sunday – Thursday Tuesday $112 Friday/Saturday Alysheba Bracketed KO 1 (Rd. 2,3,4) 9:30 1:30 7:30 Stratified SWISS 9:30 FREE PARKING Elizabeth, IN 47117 Stratified Side Game Series 1 9:30 1:30 7:30 Smoke Free – Indiana Law Open Pairs (0-2500, 2500+) 1:30 7:30 Make Reservations by October 26, 2014 Ft. Knox Gold Rush Pairs (0-300, 300-750) 1:30 7:30 Keeneland Bracketed KO (Rd. 1 & 2) 1:30 7:30 Additional Motel: Best Western Plus Stratified SWISS 7:30 411 West Spring Street Wednesday New Albany IN 47150 AM Compact KO 1 (4 people) 9:30 (812) 945-2771 $75 TOURNAMENT CHAIRS (Continue Thursday morning) Deadline October 26, 2014 Stratified Side Game Series AM 9:30 Open Pairs (0-2500, 2500+) 1:30 7:30 Pairs & Swiss Teams stratified by average Sondra Holt: (859) 312-7785 Ft. Knox Gold Rush Pairs (0-300, 300-750) 1:30 7:30 masterpoints of teammates. Barbaro KO (Rd 1 & 2) 1:30 7:30 Top Bracket in all KO’s may be handicapped. ([email protected]) Keeneland KO (Rd. 3 & 4) 1:30 7:30 Stratified Side Game Series 2 1:30 7:30 Stratified SWISS 7:30 199er SCHEDULE Hannah Davis: (502) 767-5589 Thursday Single Sessions AM Compact KO 1 (Cont.) 9:30 Tuesday thru Friday Stratified Side Game Series AM 9:30 1:30 PM and 7:30 PM Stratified SWISS 9:30 ([email protected]) Stratified at Director’s Discretion Stratiflighted SWISS 1:30 7:30 (A:3000+ Ax:0-3000 Ft. Knox Gold Rush Swiss TEAMS (0-300, 300-750) 1:30 7:30 Youth Game Saturday 1:30 Barbaro KO 2 (Rd. 3 & 4) 1:30 7:30 $6 (thru age 19) PARTNERSHIP Stratified Side Game Series 2 1:30 7:30 Stratified SWISS 7:30 Friday New Team Games Start Daily Terrell Holt: (859) 351-2023 Stratified Side Game Series AM 9:30 Registration Gifts – Daily Bulletins AM SWISS 9:30 Door Prizes - Hospitality AM Compact KO2 (4 people) 9:30 ——————————— ([email protected]) (Continue Sat AM) Tournament Chairpersons Open Pairs (0-2500, 2500+) 1:30 7:30 Sondra Holt (Lexington) Verna Goldberg: (502) 459-3848 Ft. Knox Gold Rush Pairs (0-300, 300-750) 1:30 7:30 (859) 312-7785 Churchill Downs KO (Rd 1 & 2) 1:30 7:30 [email protected] Stratified Side Game Series 3 1:30 7:30 Hannah Davis (Louisville) ([email protected]) Stratified SWISS 7:30 (502) 767-5589 Saturday [email protected] Stratified SWISS 9:30 Partnership Chairpersons Stratified Side Game Series AM 9:30 AM Compact KO 2 (Cont’d) 9:30 Terrell Holt (Lexington) (859) 351-2023 HOTEL Churchill Downs Knockouts (Rd 3 & 4) 1:30 7:30 Stratified Side Game Series 3 1:30 7:30 [email protected] Open Pairs (0-2500, 2500+) 1:30 7:30 Verna Goldberg (Louisville) Ft. Knox Gold Rush Pairs (0-300, 300-750) 1:30 7:30 (502) 459-3848 Horseshoe Casino Compact KO 3 (4 people) 1:30 7:30 [email protected] Stratified B-A-M 7:30 (866) 766-2671 Sunday Stratified SWISS 10:00 & TBA November 4th is Election Day! Remember to Get 499er SWISS 10:00 & TBA Your Absentee Ballot and Vote Before Coming! Specify Group Code: S11BRID Strats: A: 2000+ B: 750-2000 C: 0-750

Page D11 ACBL 27 SITE SITE Louisville/Lexington Regional - November 03 - 09, 2014 Pine Mountain Sectional September 12 - 14, 2014 September 12‐14, 2014 Pineville, KY September 12‐14, 2014 Pineville, KY

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SUNDAY SUNDAY Stratified Swiss Teams – two sessions 10:00 a.m. & TBA Stratified Swiss Teams – two sessions 10:00 a.m. & TBA TOURNAMENT CHAIR Based on team average Based on team average Buffet lunch between sessions included in team fee Lamar Hamilton: 606-280-7143 Buffet lunch between sessions included in team fee Open session stratifications: A 2000+ B 500-2000 C 0-500 Open session stratifications: A 2000+ B 500-2000 C 0-500 299er session stratifications: A 100-300 B 50-100 C 0-50 299er session stratifications: A 100-300 B 50-100 C 0-50 (based on pair’s average masterpoints) (based on pair’s average masterpoints) PARTNERSHIP Accommodations Accommodations

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Page D11 ACBL 28 SITE SITE Pine Mountain Sectional - September 12 - 14, 2014 Christian Jolly, from the Henderson Bridge Club (KY), Hatcher (Owensboro KY) PRESIDENT won three Knock Outs for sixty-six gold points. He came Third in A: Bud Farmer/Randall McClary/Bonnie Mount/ Billie Brown in second in another KO. Jef Franklin 812-491-3703 Katie Brown (EDBC) and Dr. Deborah Gregory April 30 Henderson Club Championship Winners: (Madisonville) teamed with Ted Gardner and Don David Flight A: 1st/2nd—Richard Cornett/ Gary Gentry SECRETARY st nd of Florida to successfully help Don get the 1.09 gold points 1 /2 —George Baumgardner/Jim McCool Deborah Gregory UNIT 193 he needed to complete his Life Master. The team won 11.18 3rd—Connie Gustafson/Duane Morrow 270-825-2159 Phyllis Kincaid gold points in the Sunday Swiss game. Don is a retired Flight B: 1st—George Baumgardner /Jim McCool architect who plays with Katie every January. 2nd—Debbie Gregory/Dale Hill TREASURER The Owensboro Club Swiss Team came home with 9 points, Upcoming Championship Game: William Lea, Jr. of which 3.71 were gold. Members of this team were Doris Owensboro will host a Unit 193 Championship Game on 614-204-7989 DISTRICT 11 Mills, Dr. Coy Ball, Vicki Helm and Dr. Charles McKelvey. Saturday, July 26, at the Commerce Center of Chase Bank at 200 E. Third Street, Owensboro, KY. The game will begin t last winter released her grip on the Midwest. Spring arrived. EDBC members Patti Lodato and Phyllis Kincaid were at 1:00 pm with refreshments and hospitality. A novice E–CONTACT Fields were covered with purple violets and daffodils. Woods, hills awarded a total of six points, 2.47 of them gold. game for 1–99 players will also be available. Deborah Gregory and valleys were dotted with dogwoods. Birds celebrated spring with songs. Many Unit bridge players also celebrated spring by Evansville Duplicate Bridge Club 299er Sectional: Top Masterpoint Winners from Henderson Club: 270-825-2159 attending the Gatlinburg Regional. The mountains were glorious On April 12 and 13 EDBC held a 299er Sectional in its large February: Gary Gentry, Susie Hill, Willie Alley and Connie andA so were the results from some of our players. club room at1551 S. Green River Road. The tournament Gustafson RECORDER Dr. Rob Hunt from Clarksville, Indiana, played with Madisonville Bridge awarded a total of 76.74 points to forty-five players. One March: Dale Hill, Bernice Cornette, Susan Hill and Gloria Richard Cornett Club (KY) members Beverly Matthews, Bob Keller, Dr. Jeff Chapman, David of the players sent this message to Tournament Chair Jane Bridges/Steve Early Smithfield, Dian Fleming and Harold Harris to win 70.81 master points. Sixty- Gaunt: “Dear Evansville Bridge Members: Thank you for April: Phil Fassett, Katie Brown, Duane Morrow, Chris 270-825-2159 five (65) of these points were gold. Prior to this event, Dr. Rob had less than one such a fun bridge Sectional. It was so well organized and Huus hundred total points. (Dr. Rob’s story brought to mind an Evansville Duplicate an extra thanks to the ladies that took care of the food. It TOURNAMENTS Bridge Club (EDBC) player, Phil Fassett, who is the only other person we know was all tasty with much variety. The drawings and gifts Triumphs: Lon Bell of who won all of his gold points at a single tournament.) were much fun and creative. I am the player that came Besides celebrations of bridge tournament results, this from Bloomington, Indiana, and I wish to say thanks and spring brought several individual triumphs: 812-626-7562 thanks again.” Alma DiLuciano Karen Nunn: On April 16, the Henderson Club held a Life Master party for Karen Nunn. It was attended by her family Tournament Results: and twelve and a half tables of bridge players. Karen, who Saturday Morning 299er Pairs: finished twenty-seven years of teaching last year, has been Owensboro First in A and B: Jef Franklin (Evansville IN)/ Randall making her mark on the bridge trail ever since. One of the McClary (Newburgh IN) first trails she took was to Chattanooga with partner, Katie Sectional Second in A and B: Jane Perkins/ Peggy Kincaid (Evansville) Brown. While there she achieved Life Master and Bronze Third in A: Rebecca Percinel/Sandra Case (Evansville) Life Master at the same time! Congratulations and happy September 26 - 28, 2014 trails to you. Saturday Morning 49er Pairs: Sandra Altheide, Steven Early and Gary Gentry: A Silver First/Second: Glenda Cunningham /Pauline McCubbins Life Master party for three outstanding bridge players was (Owensboro KY) held at the Evansville Duplicate Bridge Club on April 18. First/Second: Mark Nix/ Nancy Nix,( Evansville) Each recipient received a gift from the club. In response, they had kind words to say about the club, their partners Owensboro Saturday Afternoon 299er Pairs: and their mentors. A delicious cake decorated with silver- First in A and B: Alma DiLuciano (Bloomington IN)/ wrapped chocolates helped to make the event particularly Sweetheart Swiss Peggy Humphrey (Springville IN) festive. Second in A and B: Ralph Hines/Jeanne Hines (Madisonville February 14 - 15, 2015 KY) Education Springs into Life: Third in A and B: Jane Perkins/Peggy Kincaid (Evansville) Five new players joined the ranks of Owensboro’s Monday night novice game. Four of the five have recently completed Sunday 299er Swiss Teams: EasyBridge! They are: Mike and Shelia Heflin, Joy Keller ▲ Beverly Matthews was absent from this picture. Beginning First in A: Rebecca Percinel/Alice Huus/Sandra Case/ and Taylor Baumgarten. All four of these new members from the back: Bob Keller, Dr. Rob Hunt, Dr. Jeff Chapman, Linda Palmer (Evansville IN) have joined ACBL. This brings the Owensboro Club’s new Madisonville David Smithfield, Dian Fleming and Harold Harris. Second in A: Vicki Helms/Coy Ball/Julia Mesplay/Linda ACBL members to 39 in less than two years. Another new Sectional Page D11 ACBL 117 122 124 130 136 164 193 227 154 April 24 - 26, 2015 29 SITE SITE ♣ ♣ ♣ ♣ ♣ ♣ ♣ ♣ ♣ novice player, also an ACBL member, is Linda Hayden who says, “I find the to look and feel young. New Bronze Master: Karen Nunn Owensboro club welcoming and chatty” (but only before and after the play, Bernie says, “Insulin sensitivity causes aging. Alzheimer’s disease, heart New Silver Life Master: Steve Early right?) disease, bone disease, cancer, thyroid function, testosterone levels, auto immune Jan Tucker, who has taught a popular and successful EasyBridge! series for disease and arthritis are all affected by insulin. So do not let your insulin spike. 70% Games: the Evansville Club began a new 9:15 a.m. class on May 13. Count your carbohydrates. Rae Camp/Ginger Ramsden 79.17% Bobby Tapp, Education Chairman and the EDBC teachers met to determine • Avoid more than 35 carbohydrates per day John Fullenwider/Richard Cornett 75.23% ways to give the members more educational opportunities. The following two • Exercise – especially with intervals Linda Hayden/Sherry Lambert 74.60% recommendations were approved at the May board meeting: • Try taking Resveratrol Bernie Kay/Gary Gentry 72.92% • The Audrey Grant “Bridge Basics 1” course began on Wednesday, June 4, at • Try Co Q10, Krill Oil” Linda Palmer/Donna Lynch 71.13% 6:00 p.m. and ran for six weeks. Bobby Tapp was the teacher. The fee for the Take a good look at Bernie. He looks young! Good luck to all of you. Bill Sokeland/Bill Lea 70.83% course was $ 60.00. Stu Hoffherr/Gary Gentry 70.50% • Mentoring games began in June and were held once a month on a rotating Special Recognition: Connie Gustafson/Billie Floyd 70.22% basis—Tuesday afternoon the first month, Wednesday afternoon the second Owensboro Duplicate Bridge Club’s Outstanding Volunteer: Jane Kempin/Betty Hahn 70.00% month and Thursday evening the third month. These games paired a Life Master Dr. Eddy (Coy) Ball has always chosen to help people while doing the things with a mentee. Pairs were decided by drawing names from a hat. What a fun he loves to do, first as a teacher, then in his 50-year career as a physician, Happy Birthday: way for the mentees to learn from more advanced players. and now as a bridge player. In the past five years since becoming an ODBC Jackie Strieter, longtime EDBC member, celebrated her 90th birthday on May member, he has served four years as a board member, is in his third year as 11. Jackie’s children, grandchildren and great grandchildren hosted the party. EDBC Adds a New Game: a club representative on Unit 193’s board, and is the first one to commit to All of the members of the Evansville Duplicate Bridge Club were invited. It A 0-50 game (Thursday mornings from 9:15 to 11:45) has been added to the helping in any club endeavor. Dr. Ball comes early for club games to set up was a wonderful event for a gracious and beautiful woman. EDBC lineup.. Hopefully, this game will help many of the EasyBridge! students tables, attach cubbies, and put out bidding boxes. Since Easybridge! lessons Correction: In the last issue Marion Majors and her partner, Nancy Thornberry find a comfortable place to play. were introduced, he volunteers in any needed capacity for every lesson. During placed second in B in the March Unit Championship game. Unit Championship games and the club’s two annual tournaments, Eddy is the Each One Helps One: first person at the door to help and welcome guests and the last person to leave Butter Muffins: For one of the EDBC pitch-in luncheons, Willie Alley brought Wouldn’t it be wonderful if each Unit 193 bridge player would pick one not- when it is cleanup time. One of his most valuable contributions to ODBC is these yummy, but caloric, muffins. Here is the recipe: three cups of self-rising for-profit to support either through their time, their talents or their money? his goodwill ambassador attitude, which makes everyone feel cherished. He flour, two sticks of butter, one cup of sour cream. Mix the flour and softened Just think of the impact we would have. is a treasure indeed! butter with the sour cream. Place the dough in small muffin cups with a small ice cream scoop. Bake in the oven at 375 degrees for about twenty-five minutes. Dr. Chris Huus is a good example of this type of impact. Chris has volunteered ◀ with Habitat for Humanity of Evansville for more than 20 years. He started Condolences to the Vincennes Bridge Club: when he was still a practicing physician at Welborn Baptist Hospital. “I’d take Dr. Martha (James) Jensen, 89, died on August 31 after a short illness. Martha was a half day off,” Chris said, “to help shingle a roof during their one-week ‘blitz- a former Vice President of the American National Bank and was well known in builds.’ This was an annual event for a number of years. But after I retired I Eddy the community as a friend to all. When Martha discovered duplicate bridge, was able to work full-time as a core crew member anywhere from 3 to 6 days it became her best friend. She played nationally and widely throughout the a week building houses –depending, of course, on the season, the weather, Ball, Midwest eventually achieving her Bronze Life Master. After a rare bad game, etc. The tasks the core crew do include framing, decking, trusses, siding, Martha would always reassure her partner by saying, “It was my fault!” Martha interior trim, cabinets, doors and final odds and ends.” During all of this time Owensboro was full of life and fun. She will be missed greatly. Chris has probably contributed to about 250 houses of the approximately 440 ones the Evansville chapter has constructed since 1984. According to Chris, Duplicate Maurice “Reece” Nugent, 91, passed away on September 7 in Vincennes. Reece “The volunteers enjoy working together to contribute to Habitat’s mission of was a successful businessman who greatly enjoyed duplicate bridge. He was building quality, affordable housing for people who could use a hand up – NOT Bridge known for saying, “If you have a hobby, ride it hard!” Reece and his wife Anne a hand out.” played in tournaments across the country and both became Life Masters in the Outstanding 70s. Reece later received his Silver Life Master. As a playing director, Reece Did You Know? and his partner were fast players, sometimes finishing a round when others still Mr. Dale E. Hill is now listed as club manager of the Audubon Duplicate Bridge Volunteer had one or two boards to play. Reese would often boom out, “Let’s Move!” or Club located at 1817 North Elm Street, Henderson KY 42420. The club phone “Slow players catch up!” But as in life, he was more bark than bite because he number is 270-826-6367. never assessed a penalty for slow play. Reese directed and played his last game just two weeks before his death. EDBC member, Bernard Kay, MSW, ACSW and LCSW is a respected clinician who has helped create unique, innovative programs, services and treatment Quote: “As long as you live, keep learning how to live.” SENECA methods that enhance the quality and range of care for the agencies and communities where he has worked. Bernie has bachelor of arts and master of social work degrees from Wayne State University. In a recent conversation Many thanks to the Unit 193 reporters: Dr. Deborah Gregory, Susie Hill, LeRoy with reporter Phyllis Kincaid, Bernie shared his theory about preventing aging. New Player Status: Breimeier, Brenda Krempp and Doris Mills; photographers: Jane Staten, The following material is Bernie’s gift to all the players in Unit 193 who want New Member: Mr. Stephen R. Thomas Deborah Gregory and Doris Mills; proofreader: Patti Lodato. ♣ New Junior Masters: Pauline W. Mc Cubbins, James George, Larry Kruse New Club Masters: Sara Fischer, Carolyn L. Hawkins, Nancy A. Nix, Jane A. Page D11 ACBL Perkins 30 SITE SITE New Sectional Masters: Neal Franklin, Vicki B. Helms New Life Master: Karen Nunn OWENSBORO BRIDGE TOURNAMENT Owensboro Sectional Western Kentucky Sectional • ACBL Sanction Unit # S1409154 September 26 - 28, 2014 September 26, 27 and 28, 2014 NEW SITE TOURNAMENT DIRECTIONS FROM: KENTUCKY NATIONAL GUARD ARMORY Natcher Parkway CHAIRPERSON Exit at Owensboro US60 W. 3300 Tamarack Rd., Owensboro, KY 42301 Go 4 miles on US60 W. Kentucky National Guard Armory Bright, comfortable environment Exit at Carter Rd. at Exit #12 Doris Mills Go Left on to Carter Road Easy access off US60 (270) 929-6835 Continue to 2nd Traffic Signal at 3300 Tamarack Road • Owensboro, KY 42301 Lots of Parking Tamarack Rd; turn right & continue to Kentucky Guard sign, turn left. Close to Lodging [email protected] Audubon Parkway Exit at Owensboro US60 E. Go 2 miles on US60 E. Exit at Carter Rd. at Exit #12 EVENTS Partnerships Go Right on to Carter Road Continue to 2nd Traffic Signal at Carol Krehbiel Tamarack Rd; turn right and continue TOURNAMENT CHAIR FRI. 1:00 PM Kentucky Guard sign, turn left. 199er Newcomers (0-50) (50-100) (100-200) (270) 926-8979 US 60 East of Owensboro Open Pairs (0-750) (750-1500) (1500+) Enter US60 W. Doris Mills: 270-929-6835 (Desserts) Alternate: Doris Mills Go 7 miles on US60 W. Exit at Carter Rd. at Exit #12 FRI. 6:30 PM (270) 929-6835 Go Left on to Carter Road ([email protected]) 199er Newcomers (0-50) (50-100) (100-200) [email protected] Continue to 2nd Traffic Signal at Tamarack Rd; turn right and continue Open Pairs (0-750) (750-1500) (1500+) to Kentucky Guard Sign, Turn left.

SAT. 10:30 AM (Refreshments) HOST HOTEL 199er Newcomers (0-50) (50-100) (100-200) Hampton Inn PARTNERSHIP Open Pairs (0-750) (750-1500) (1500+) 615 Salem Dr., Owensboro, KY (Break) Call: 270-926-2006 by 9/12/2014 $95.00 - Ask For “Bridge Rate” Carol Krehbiel: 270-926-8979 SAT. 3:30 PM OTHER HOTELS 199er Newcomers (0-50) (50-100) (100-200) Marriot Courtyard 866-539-0036 Open Pairs (0-750) (750-1500) (1500+) Fairfield Inn 270-688-8887 Sleep Inn 270-691-6200 SUN. 10:30 AM (Refreshments) Comfort Suites 270-926-7675 HOTEL Open Swiss Teams* (0-300) (300-1200) (1200+) Super Eight 270-685-3388 (Light Lunch) ENTRY FEES Holiday Inn Express 800-465-4329 * Strats based on team average. $10.00 Per Session Hampton Inn & Suites 270-685-2005 Hampton Inn New Downtown (Note: $3.00 Additional Per Session for Non or Unpaid ACBL Members) 615 Salem Drive • Owensboro, KY Special Invitation To All Easy Bridge Players and Other Novices 270-926-2006 • Call by 9/12/14 • Ask for “Bridge Rate” Swiss Teams $96.00 per Team (Light Lunch Included) OWENSBORO DUPLICATE BRIDGE CLUB VISIT OUR WEBPAGE: www.freewebs.com/okdbc/

Page D11 ACBL 31 SITE SITE Owensboro Sectional - September 26 - 28, 2014 SWEETHEART SWISS Owensboro Sweetheart Swiss Once Again! Owensboro Sweetheart Swiss Team Sectional February 14 - 15, 2015 ACBL Sanctioned S1502019 • Unit 193 February 14 and 15, 2015 NEW SITE TOURNAMENT DIRECTIONS FROM: Kentucky National Guard Armory KENTUCKY NATIONAL GUARD ARMORY CHAIRPERSON Natcher Parkway 3300 Tamarack Rd., Owensboro, KY 42301 Exit at Owensboro US60 W. Bright, Comfortable Environment Doris Mills Go 4 miles on US60 W. 3300 Tamarack Road • Owensboro, KY 42301 Exit at Carter Rd. at Exit #12 Easy Access Off US 60 (270) 929-6835 Go Left on to Carter Road Lots of Parking Continue to 2nd Traffic Signal at Tamarack Rd., turn right & continue Close to Lodging [email protected] To Kentucky Guard sign, turn left. Audubon Parkway Exit at Owensboro US60 E. Go 2 miles on US60 E. EVENTS PARTNERSHIPS Exit at Carter Rd. at Exit #12 Go Right on to Carter Road CST Carol Krehbiel Continue to 2nd Traffic Signal at TOURNAMENT CHAIR Tamarack Rd., turn right & continue Saturday, February 14, 2015 To Kentucky Guard sign, turn left. Refreshments (270) 926-8979 US 60 East of Owensboro Doris Mills: 270-929-6835 Swiss Teams ...... 10:30 A.M. Alternate: Doris Mills Continue on US 60 W. Victory Points Exit at Carter Rd. at Exit #12 Go Left on to Carter Road ([email protected]) (2nd Session Time TBA) (270) 929-6835 Continue To 2nd Traffic Signal at [email protected] Tamarack Rd. turn right and continue Sunday, February 15, 2015 to Kentucky Guard Sign, Turn left. Muffins and Coffee Swiss Teams ...... 10:30 A.M. HOST HOTEL Victory Points Hampton Inn PARTNERSHIP (Playthrough: Buffet Lunchon Included) 615 Salem Dr., Owensboro, KY Call: 270-926-2006 by 1/30/2015 All Sessions Stratified* $95.00 - Ask For “Bridge Rate” Carol Krehbiel: 270-926-8979 C ...... 0-300 B ...... 300-1200 OTHER HOTELS A ...... 1200+ Marriot Courtyard 866-539-0036 *Team Average Fairfield Inn 270-688-8887 Sleep Inn 270-691-6200 Comfort Suites 270-926-7675 HOTEL There Will Be A 0-200 Game If Super Eight 270-685-3388 Attendance Warrants. Holiday Inn Express 800-465-4329 ENTRY FEES Hampton Inn & Suites 270-685-2005 Hampton Inn Saturday, Feb. 14th Swiss Teams - 2 Sessions ...... $80.00 615 Salem Drive • Owensboro, KY Sunday, Feb. 15th Swiss Teams - 2 Sessions ...... $120.00 (Buffet Luncheon Included) 270-926-2006 • Call by 1/30/15 • Ask for “Bridge Rate” Additional $3.00 for each session for non ACBL members and unpaid ACBL members Visit Our Webpage: www.freewebs.com/okdbc/

Page D11 ACBL 32 SITE SITE Owensboro Sweetheart Swiss - February 14 - 15, 2015 PRESIDENT William Sentman 304-757-9233

SECRETARY UNIT 227 Ellen Olson Bill Sentman 304-342-6472 TREASURER James Olson WEST VIRGINIA 304-342-6472 E–CONTACT James Olson 304-342-6472

RECORDER Lynn Cundy 304-342-3876

TOURNAMENTS William Sentman 304-757-9233

Page D11 ACBL 117 122 124 130 136 164 193 227 154 33 SITE SITE ♣ ♣ ♣ ♣ ♣ ♣ ♣ ♣ ♣ Gold Life Masters: Louis Nimnicht, Crown Point; Lou’s ability to evaluate the game of bridge is amazing. He PRESIDENT Suzanne Watson, South Bend can evaluate, plan, play and recalculate a hand accurately Joseph Shull faster and more efficiently than anyone I know. Tempo GOLD LIFE MASTERS is Lou’s game. When I play with him, I have to put my game in overdrive to keep pace (with more mistakes ◀ sometimes). The most fun is playing “dummy” and just SECRETARY Lou watching. Richard Ellis UNIT 154 Nimnicht ~ Dave Bigler Barbara Walczak of Crown I would like to thank Lou in his quest to play more bridge. Point. He has brought a deep measure of friendship to me and TREASURER New has helped to restore my love of this fabulous game. Richard Ellis Gold Every time we sit across from one another, it feels like

NORTHERN IN Life two children playing with a wonderful toy. Master Over the years I have been blessed to play with 0% + GAMES some of the greatest players on this earth. Very few of E–CONTACT them have either Lou’s tenacity nor his vision of the Richard Ellis Dick Hastings, Bristol & Lena Howard, Elkhart—72.32% (03/12) game. It is sad that it took Lou so long to become truly Myra Anthony, Granger & Irene Cooperrider, Elkhart (299er game)— addicted to this exhilarating game, but as long as I am on 70.83% (03/17) this earth and as long as he is willing to play with me, we 7Chuck Schultz, LaPorte & Dave Miller, Long Beach—72.50% (03/20) will have fun together—and maybe even win a few more RECORDER John Teshima, Trail Creek & Alan Yngve, Dune Acres—70.83% (03/25) events. Mazel tov! Joseph Shull John Teshima, Trail Creek & Chuck Schultz, LaPorte—71.21% (04/07) Lou Nimnicht, of Crown Point, became a Gold Life Master ~ Howard Piltch Carol Osgerby, Dyer & Don Valiska, Highland—70.58% (04/14) on April 16, 2014. He comments—Having wondered four Paul & Wini Morsches, Columbia City (299er game)—72.32% (04/16) years ago if I would ever get the gold points to become a Congratulations to my frequent teammate and friend, Mary Adams, South Bend & Martie Black, Granger (299er game)—71.88% Life Master at all, beautiful gold status is surreal—to say Lou. Crossing the Au crest, you’re now a diamond in the TOURNAMENTS (04/23) the least. I’m thankful to all my partners from the past rough. Right on! Richard Ellis Donna Beach & Beth Rader, Valparaiso (99er game)—71.48% (04/26) thirty-five years and to the directors at SSBC and the ~ Joe Chin Tim DeLaney & Bud Hinckley, South Bend—72.32% (04/29) Indiana games for their labor of love. Special thanks to Mary Schumm & Barbara Walczak, Munster—70.14% (05/20) Doctor Steve (Watson) for helping to elevate my game If you were to blend the personal qualities of rapid Joe Frederick, Beaver Dam & Lila O’Connell, Pierceton—70.64% (05/20) to a new level. recall, intense concentration, and self-confidence Rick Helm & Jim White, Warsaw—77.00% (05/27) Following are excerpts from of few of Lou’s partners and assuredness together with a high level of skill and Matt Jultz & Ken Koorsen, Fort Wayne—71.31% (06/04) regarding this momentous occasion: natural ability, add in a flair for imagination along with a South Bend One reason for Lou’s success is his methodical penchant for risk-taking, then throw in a few menacing RISING IN THE RANKINGS approach to the game. His convention card is strictly glances, you would have Lou’s secret recipe for success at Sectional adhered to, much like the US constitution. For Lou’s the bridge table. Junior Masters: Mary Kocevar, Hobart; Philip Eyermann, Churubusco; partners that consider the card only a bidding guide, ~Steve Watson August 01 - 03, 2014 Carolyn Lahrman, Fort Wayne; Kris Prohl, Westville; Alice Sowder, Fort to be disregarded for inspiration or opportunism, you Wayne; Vicki Windmiller, Hobart will likely hear commentary or rebuke. This can range Suzanne Watson, member of the South Bend Bridge Club Club Masters: Verne Lee, Valparaiso; Robert Currey, Granger; Jim Lively, from an eye roll, to an evaluation of your mental status. has achieved Gold Life Master status. Her fellow players Highland; June Stealy, Warsaw; Arleen Bakota, Crown Point; Robert Lill, Jr., This can put a strain on the partnership, though it does congratulate her on this fine accomplishment. Fort Wayne wonders for developing humility, defined as a “modest Suzanne was born and raised in New York Sectional Masters: Loren Jackemeyer, Fremont; Mary Ennes, Valparaiso; opinion or estimate of one’s own importance, rank, etc.” City. When she was 8 and her brother was twelve, her Fort Wayne Daryl Fraley, Crown Point; Beth Rader; Valparaiso; Carol Watters, Columbia Lou also keeps the game interesting for all participants parents announced that she was old enough to make a City by promoting tempo in game play. In fact, if a seasoned foursome for party bridge. Regional Regional Masters: Alta Allen, Gary; Myra Anthony, Granger; Jim Fill, Dyer; player slows down too much, Lou may casually inform Suzanne states that growing up in New York was Lillian Armentrout, Roanoke; Howard Chapman, Fort Wayne him he is wasting everyone’s time. Lou uses solid logic awesome. Every weekend, there were museums, shows, September 15 - 21, 2014 NABC Masters: Michael Heimann, Warsaw; Robert Grant, Fort Wayne; and reasoning, which challenges partners to consider ballets, concerts, ice-skating—a plethora of interesting Lynn Miller, South Bend alternate thought processes, such as negative inferences, and fun activities. Life Masters: Steve Harvey, Decatur; Charlotte Abernethy, Griffith; John and when to chance it. If you want to determine your Suzanne met her former husband at the University Hamilton, South Bend; Trudi McKamey, Portage; Anna Urick, Hammond mettle and metrics as a bridge player, then partner of Wisconsin. They have two daughters—Diana, who Bronze Life Masters: Lynn Bayman, Valparaiso; James Kart, Fort Wayne; with Lou and discover the real deal. I always feel alive, became a mathematician, and Monica, who is a stay-at- John Kohne, Fort Wayne; Sally Landrum, Marion; John Hamilton, South enlightened, and appreciative through the process. home, home-schooling mom living with her husband and Merrillville Bend; Trudi McKamey, Portage; Anna Urick, Hammond ~ Jeff Vedeges five children in Israel. Sectional Page D08 ACBL 117 122 124 130 136 164 193 227 154 October 10 - 12, 2014 34 SITE SITE ♣ ♣ ♣ ♣ ♣ ♣ ♣ ♣ ♣ husband, and every time I’ve met there were only three others and myself, and my playing days began. ▶ friends easily and quickly through I didn’t play duplicate bridge until about ten to twelve years ago, when Lynn bridge. my brother and I decided to give it a shot. The best time for us turned out to Bayman When we moved to New Delhi, be playing on a Thursday night. Little did we know we were salmon thrown of India, twenty-one years ago, I joined in with the sharks. It took us several months before we managed not to finish Unit a few Indian duplicate clubs and last. 154. played at a new competitive level. Eventually we became competitive and even managed to finish first New I enjoyed the challenge of playing once in a while. Of course, we still finished last more than we would have Bronze with international partners and liked to. (If I may digress a moment, I would encourage the current “salmon” Life competing against so many other to jump in with the sharks. You may sink at first but someday you will swim. I Master systems. When I first arrived, I often firmly believe one of the best way to improve is to play with better players.) had to explain Standard American. I enjoy playing with many different players, and I wouldn’t say I Very few people played it in India in necessarily have a favorite parter. There are players I play with at least once a 1993. week ( John Aumiller and Joe Kohne), and others I play with at least once a When my husband retired, we month (Marilyn Weisbach, Mary Lou Clegg and Ella Kart) and players I’d like moved back to the US and now spend to play with like Jim Kart. I recently started playing with Lillian Armentrout ◀ the seven winter months in Vero Beach, FL and the five summer in months on Thursday afternoon, and we play three times a month. Lillian is a good Suzanne in Valpo and Chicago. The Vero Beach Bridge Club was a dream come true. player who is improving steadily. I enjoy our games and am gratified to think Watson It’s one of the largest duplicate clubs in the US with well over one thousand that I am,in a small way, helping her to improve. At the risk of embarrassing of members that own and run the club. There are games seven days a week and her (which is certainly not my intention), I have to mention that I received South Bend lessons at every level. Touring pros visit the club regularly to teach, lecture the worst single hand score I have ever received playing with her recently. Her Bridge Club. and play in the open games. It’s quite intimidating to face Jeff Meckstroth and right-hand opponent opened one spade, she doubled, her left-hand opponent New Eric Rodwell at the table! redoubled. I passed because I had only two points. When it came around to Gold In closing, I’ll say that bridge has been a wonderful gift in my life. It has her she passed. The opponents made six spades for a minus 2720 our way. Life opened doors all over the world. I just played a few games in South America Needless to say, Lillian learned several valuable lessons on that hand, which I Master last month. It has challenged me as the greatest mind sport to ever exist. And sure she won’t forget. aren’t we forever optimistic about bidding and making seven notrump? I have never played in a tournament outside of Fort Wayne, but that See you this summer at the table! will change in a few weeks when John Aumiller and I will play at the Toledo Suzanne taught school in the inner city in Chicago for thirteen years regional for a couple of days. I also plan to play in Gatlinburg some day, maybe while raising her daughters. Then she went back to school to become a as early as next spring. psychologist. She accepted a position at the Madison Center which is what ▶ brought her to South Bend. She now has a private practice and still works John part-time. Kohne ◀ In addition to bridge, Suzanne enjoys reading, HD operas, the South of Sally Bend Symphony and other concerts, knitting and cross-stitch, and gets Fort Landrum her exercise by swimming. A former boyfriend introduced her to duplicate Wayne. of bridge where she met Jimmy Cordas. They have been together for twenty- New Marion. five years. Suzanne states that Jimmy is wonderful—intelligent, unfailingly Bronze New interesting and, of course, a superb bridge player. Life Bronze Master Life BRONZE LIFE MASTERS Master

Lynn Bayman writes: I grew up in Valparaiso, IN with bridge playing parents. I have fond memories of hearing my parents and another couple discussing hands. I often wondered why they talked so much about the outcome before dealing another hand. Now I know why. The analysis is every bit as interesting as the bidding and play of the hand. I began playing bridge when I was about twelve years old. My family started playing before Sunday dinners. I loved bridge! It was far more challenging than canasta, rummy or euchre. I kept playing through high school and played a decent game by the time I went to college. Bridge has been a part of my life ever since . . . a small part during the decades of having a profession and a family . . . and a large part now that my husband and I are retired. I’ve made many professional moves with my For over fifty-five years John Kohne of Fort Wayne has been playing bridge, having started when he was in grade school. John tells his story—I came from a card playing family. If the game involved a deck of cards, we probably played Sally Landrum lives in Marion. She has recently achieved Bronze Life Master Page D08 ACBL it. Whenever there were four players, a bridge game was started. status. Congratulations to her for reaching the five hundred masterpoint 35 SITE SITE I began by watching my parents and aunt and uncle play and by reading mark! how to play bridge according to the Charles Goren system. Finally, one day Sally had had a desire to play bridge for a long time. In the ‘70s she played some party bridge but didn’t have the time to get serious about it. higher levels. But most of the really good teams were already established, so After returning to South Bend in the late ‘70s to practice as a trial and She worked long hours at the United States Post Office and was raising three I would be lucky to find any of these people available. But the time had just appellate lawyer, John became a father and raised two sons. Now he is basking children. flown by and Life Master came in the Fort Wayne Regional last September, in retirement with his present partner and wife, Lynn Miller, who is also on In 2002 she found that she had more time for social activities and began and, Wow Oh Wow, just eight months later in Gatlinburg I am now a Bronze her way to becoming a Life Master. It was with Lynn that John earned his final playing party bridge again. That same year she met Earl. He, like Sally, also Life Master, and people are asking me questions like, “Should I stop in game gold points in Kingston, Ontario to become South Bend’s newest Bronze Life enjoyed playing cards, so it was easy for her to convince him to learn bridge, or make a try for slam?” Master. John is grateful for the help he received from many bridge partners even though he had never before played a single game. The two were married It’s hard to believe I’m finally at this level. I play with everybody. I try not to and mentors including Don Wertheimer, Howard Piltch, Cal Miller, and in 2004. Sally bought their first book, Bridge For Dummies, and the rest is get upset when things don’t go my way. I’m glad when my partners don’t get Bruce BonDurant. history. upset when I mess up. Strangely, I do very well with almost everyone. This Congratulations John! As their love for the game grew, Sally bought more books. Each month is humbling because many people haven’t enjoyed the success that I have. I she looks forward to the articles in the Bridge Bulletin. In 2006 they joined believe a lot of it is trying to be consistent in my bidding. I try not to make ACBL and started playing in their local game in Marion. It was difficult at first, bids that my partner doesn’t understand. I also try very hard to encourage ◀ since theirs is a small club and not stratified. However, as their points began to and compliment my partners and my opponents when they play well. Trudy add up, they tried their first tournament in Gatlinburg TN. It was so much fun Bridge is such a fun game. It makes you think, keeps your mind sharp, McKamey that they began to travel to different states to participate in tournaments. and can help shape what kind of a person you are. I like to believe that it is of During their bridge journeys Sally and Earl have each won the Mini- shaping me in a way that would make my mother proud. And, Wow Oh Wow! Northwest McKenney and, in 2011 they both became Life Masters. Sally was able to —Bronze Life Master! Thank you to everyone who helped me achieve this Indiana. become a Bronze Life Master this year and Earl is not far behind her. Most plateau. In a couple more years who knows??? Maybe higher??? New of the time they play together, travel together and learn together. Sally also Bronze partners with Julie Kupersmith and Patricia Skelton—both have taught her a Life lot. ◀ Master With family, friends, traveling and bridge, the Landrums’ schedule is John always full, and they feel blessed to have such a wonderful life! Hamilton of South ▶ Bend. Jim New Kart Bronze of Life Fort Master Wayne. New Bronze Anna Urick, Trudi McKamey, Charlotte Abernethy, and Pat Mikuta, all from Life northwest Indiana, played together in a compact KO on Wednesday evening Master at the recent Illini Regional. Anna, Charlotte, and Trudi were all close to achieving their Life Master status. The team came in second in the event, and all three ladies went “over the top.” Congratulations to three new Life Masters! But wait, the story doesn’t end there. Anna and Trudi, by virtue of having won points of the appropriate color, also became Bronze Life Masters at the same time. Charlotte earned her 750 points about two weeks later, and is now a Bronze Life Master as well. Trudi McKamey has finally caught the brass ring that she worked so hard to reach. Getting the required twenty-five gold points is no easy LIFE MASTERS + BRONZE LIFE MASTERS achievement, but Trudi was persistent in striving for those elusive points. Finally, after playing in many regionals over the years, on May 21st in the John Hamilton was born in Manhattan, N.Y. in 1940. His family moved to South Champaign Regional she realized her goal. Jim Kart shares his story with you. Wow! Bronze Life Master! It seems like Bend in 1955, and during the summer his parents taught him their version of Trudi writes—When I first started playing duplicate I didn’t realize just just a little while ago that I retired and had very few master points. Then what bridge, probably something like Culbertson. However, his first experience how much I did not know. It has been so much fun just trying to improve my seemed like a few months (but actually a couple of years) went by and I had with duplicate bridge came in a small game held at the student center during game, and I am grateful to my partners who helped me along the way. Pat made Life Master. This put me in some pretty special company! I have been his freshman year at Notre Dame. In the early ‘60s he remembers playing at Mikuta was one of the first experienced players who asked me for a game— playing with some great bridge players since 1968 here in Fort Wayne, and the Oliver Hotel, now long gone, as well as the old YMCA in downtown South Thank you Pat. Anna and Charlie also guided me to try two over one and our the best were always the Life Masters. These are the people you go to when Bend. team gave me the final gold points needed for Bronze Life Master—Thank you aren’t real sure if you should have passed a bid or gone on to game. I was There was very little bridge while he attended Harvard Law School, but you, Anna and Charlie! told I needed to get a very good team together to get the points to make the after graduating he moved to Los Angeles where, as a young Deputy Attorney General, he played some rubber bridge during lunch with his fellow Deputy Trudi is one of my favorite people to play bridge with. She is very serious AGs, one of whom was Mike Smolen—before he created his convention. about the game, and is always trying to better herself and learn more. She has Page D08 ACBL During his time on the West Coast, John says he learned to be beaten by some given me hints on how to better my game and, consequently, I feel that I have 36 SITE SITE of the best—Hermine Baron, Mike Lawrence and Mary Jane Farrell, among improved. others. ~ Pat Mikuta It is with great pleasure and excitement that we announce that Trudi McKamey Anna writes—Shortly after our son was born in 1976, my husband, Bob, earned my Life Master in Champaign, Illinois just a couple blocks off the U has achieved the rank of Life Master. Trudi is a very skilled bridge player and a suggested that we take bridge lessons at Purdue Calumet. The instructor was of I campus forty-four years later. My first husband, Marty, and his family great person. We wish her congratulations and continued success! none other than our own Howie Schmid, who taught continuing education. played bridge. We played a lot of party bridge and occasionally substituted ~ Yuan Hsu Our main motivation was to be able to play bridge with our friends who were in a duplicate club. I did not understand the scoring and, frankly, thought the also new to the game. Upon learning the basics, we played party bridge up players took the game much too seriously. Trudi is a wonderful person and I enjoy playing with her. She has worked until five years ago. (I still play party bridge occasionally.) After I retired from teaching, one of my friends encouraged me to take hard at improving her game and the results show. As a new Life Master, she Around that time my friend, Lynne Kostopoulos, persuaded me to play lessons at Hartsfield Village on Fridays. I had a half series from Carol Osgerby is a fine example for other players who are striving to attain the same status. I duplicate bridge and join the ACBL. She also showed me several conventions and two courses in “Easy Bridge” from Barbara Walczak. During the free play congratulate her. used in duplicate bridge. Initially, I found it difficult to catch on, but eventually after the lessons, I met Anna Urick, who continues to be one of my partners. ~ Jim O’Connell felt competent enough to be considered an “average” player. Anna is responsible for me playing at tournaments before I had even twenty- Today I compare myself to the soccer player I was for nearly thirty five black points. I was the reason for a lot of director calls to our table, but Congratulations, Trudi, on becoming a Life Master and a Bronze Life Master! years until age caught up with me and my knees gave out. As a midfielder I we struggled through and began to win some red points. Anna has helped me Keep on bidding, keep on winning, and keep on enjoying the game. Next stop played both offense and defense. I was not the best player but I was the most gain more than a third of my total points. We have formed a partnership and . . . Silver! dedicated, willing to play the best I could. Fast forward to 2009. As a bridge friendship which I enjoy and hopefully will never take for granted. ~ Anna Urick player I had to be prepared to play offense and defense again. Just as in soccer, There are many other persons that helped along the way. I hesitate there have been good games and bad ones. However, bridge has replaced to mention them in fear that I will forget someone. Everyone at South Trudi is a dedicated bridge player, with a drive to achieve success and grow soccer as my recreational passion. Suburban Bridge Club, who partnered with me or gave me advice, needs to at the bridge table. She enjoys playing bridge with several partners and is Maintaining good health and keeping my mind stimulated at the be thanked. Howard Balfour, Claire Murvihill, and Ginny Jach were regular always ready for an organized game. Her desire to achieve takes her to many bridge table, I hope to continue on in my septuagenarian years (which I have partners that early on helped me learn the game. Most recently, Carol and out-of-town games chasing gold points. We have partnered for the last three recently begun) playing duplicate bridge and drawing inspiration from the Gale Osgerby have accompanied me to tournaments. Carol’s two series of plus years, and her demand for accurate bidding has helped me improve in octogenarians and nonagenarians with whom I compete. lessons at Thornton and all her table advice has helped to improve my game. that area. Congratulations, Trudi, on achieving Life Master and Bronze Life Now, as I savor my status as a Life Master and a Bronze Life Master, I Their approach to the game has taught me to not take this game too seriously Master. All the best. would like to extend my appreciation to my husband, Bob, for encouraging and have fun. Gale is especially tuned in to my game. After my blowing three ~ Bob Porter me to persevere despite the many disappointments that discouraged me as I hands at a recent silver tournament, he looked me straight in the eye and said, struggled to “get the gold.” “I think you need a diet coke.” I nodded and he went off to the bar to get me Thanks to Lynne for being patient with me during the frustrating times a diet coke. Their friendship is a constant reminder that there is more to life ▶ and not giving up on me. Thanks to Charlie Abernethy for being a great than bridge. Anna partner and a valued friend as we pursued our goal. Finally, thanks to all the I must mention Norm Szewczyk. Norm saw something in me and Urick members of SSBC, Community, and Calumet. In many ways all of you have my game that I never saw myself. He took me under his wing as a mentor, of played a role in my success. determined to improve my bidding and play of the hand. I am still a work in Northwest progress and sometimes a frustration, but we have made progress. For a long Indiana. time was nervous playing with him. However, after a few of his “corny” jokes New ◀ and stories, I forget about my fears and just play bridge. He is responsible for Bronze Charlotte my three 70%+ games and probably another third of my points. Thank you, Life Abernethy Norm. Master of Personally, I have a wonderful husband, Bob, who tries to understand Northwest and support this obsession of mine. Allie and Billy, our Boston Terriers, provide Indiana. me with a lot of comic relief. They also go to nursing homes to entertain the New residents. Bob and I both devote a lot of our free time to the Griffith pound Life and the Calumet Humane Society. I have two grown stepchildren, Cheryl Master and David. Cheryl is following in my footsteps teaching math at a junior high school. We have a total of five healthy, active grandchildren. In short, life is GOOD!

FRED BINDER — A NEW NONAGENARIAN

From the look on Fred Binder’s face, he was obviously surprised and delighted when members of the South Bend Bridge Club honored him for reaching the age of ninety. Joining Fred to celebrate his special day was his brother Bob One of life’s greatest thrills! A paramount goal realized! A validation of who traveled from Arizona to be with him. Of course, Fred’s favorite partner, one’s bridge know-how! A dream come true! It’s all so very exciting! Anna Bud Parshall, was on hand to congratulate him also. Urick earned the last of the requisite twenty-five gold plus five hundred Fred was born in Bluefield, WV and moved to the Cincinnati, Ohio area masterpoints at the Illini Regional in Champaign on May 21st, and she takes in 1933. After high school he went into the Navy and served as a radio/gunner her place among the Life Masters within in our club. in a TBM torpedo bomber aboard the USS COWPENS aircraft carrier in the Pacific. When Fred graduated from Ball State in 1950, he worked as a tax auditor for the State of Indiana for eighteen months. From 1951 to 1983 he Page D08 ACBL was employed by Adams Engineering starting as office manager/controller 37 SITE SITE From Charlotte Abernethy—I first learned the game of bridge during final’s but left as V.P. General Manager. week when I was a junior at the University of Illinois. How fitting that I Fred was married to Mary Ann “Boots” Wagner for thirty-six years SOUTH BEND BRIDGE CLUB RECOGNITION TRIBUTE TO LEROY BOSER She’s been my best partner, co-teacher, and friend ▶ LUNCHEON GOLD LIFE MASTER for over ten years, you see. Fred Once in a while, along the way, we’ve found Binder The SBBC hosted its annual recognition luncheon on A congenial dude, you must admit that we may disagree. of May 3, to honor members who have achieved Life Master He talks a lot you see. South advancements. It turned out that there were many poets I guess you know his humor by now But when it comes to the love of this game, Bend within the group, and their tributes are shared with you. At least he does it free. there is no disagreement seen. New We think it’s the best game ever! is TRIBUTE TO TOM ROSSOW Lee smiles a lot—it’s plain to see “Do you know what I mean?” Ninety SILVER LIFE MASTER For this he must be numb. Years He passes forcing bids you know written by Jo Ann Steigmeyer Young Young Tom Rossow is my Swiss Team mate. He does it with aplomb. He’s a really good fellow and his playing is great. TRIBUTE TO ROBERT RUBLE He declares his cards like Meckstroth and Rodwell. Analysis this, analysis that SILVER LIFE MASTER He doesn’t say much, though he really can talk well. Enough already, of course. The hand is over, we’re in the clover Here’s to Bob, he’s true blue, He learned how to play when he was still a young kid You’re just beating a dead horse. He’s a Hoosier, through and through. From his dad, Al, who talked a lot more than he did. Born in Georgia, but midwest for school, Tom is still working so he can’t play a lot, He works his butt off stocking stuff Careered at Bendix, which was real cool. But when you go up against him, you know you’ve The refrigerator’s quite full. He left to Texas for a while been fought. We appreciate all the work he does But decided it was not his style. Thanks a lot and that’s no bull. Back to South Bend pleased him more We get in some practice while playing online. For friends and upping his duplicate score! I enjoy my games with him because he plays so fine. He even directs a game or two In Russia the ruble may not be so dear, until she died of cancer in 1982. Their family was blessed with six children, If he were retired like I am, he’d have made this a lot Every month you see his style, But in our bridge club, we’re glad Ruble is here! nineteen grandchildren, thwenty-six great-grandchildren and still counting. faster. Director calls are not a pain, In 1983, thirty-one years ago, he married his present wife, Terry. Today we honor Tom for making Silver Life Master. He does them with a smile. written by Martha Hosinski Fred first learned about bridge while in the Navy, but he started playing duplicate while at Ball State. He stopped playing in the mid ‘60s and lost all written by Cappy Gagnon So here we are—a brand new twist, NEW CLUB IN UNIT 154 his points. A little while later he started playing again, and at the regional A proper end we trust. tournament held at Notre Dame Convocation Center in the late ‘60s, he He made it to that next plateau, Named for Kosciusko County, the KC Duplicate Club earned fifty-two gold points for Life Master in an impressive manner. He and A gold life master, without a bust. was founded in 2007 by Terry and Virginia Witzky and his knockout Swiss teammates—Ed Singleton, Phil Slatt and Don Jordan— June Stealy. In 2013 it became ACBL-sanctioned with defeated the legendary Barry Crane’s team. written by Irene Singleton Geoffrey Hadlock as director and June Stealy as manager. Fred is still playing Golf at ninety and shot his age or better six times this It is a small club with a relaxed pace of play and past year. He sends his thanks to all the bridge players for their congratulatory TRIBUTE TO JOAN TOBLER friendly atmosphere! New players are most welcome to notes on the birthday card and also for the golf balls which he just used in a GOLD LIFE MASTER join the group at 6 pm every Tuesday at 1692 West Lake memorial tourney—came in third out of eight. Fred says, “All I have to say Street in Warsaw. The entry fee is only $2. about bridge is that it is just a game, but, WOW! WHAT A GAME!” Table Six is the Gathering Place where SECOND ANNUAL PRO-AM SWISS TEAM / IN MEMORIAM Joan Tobler plays bridge and COOKOUT studies. Edgar “Luke” Lucas of Gary passed away on April 7 at the age of eighty-three. It looks like Meckstroth’s entourage This event for the South Bend Bridge Club proved to He enjoyed playing bridge in the Novice section. The players enjoyed his droll is there, be a success again! On Thursday, May 29th, eleven humor and his gentle, accepting nature. His skills made him a sought-after but it’s just her many bridge Swiss teams, consisting of two experienced players partner. buddies. with five hundred points or more partnering with two Luke retired in ‘79 from professional building maintenance. He had non-life masters having fewer than five hundred points, four children and four stepchildren and lots of grandchildren. He served as Every Monday through Friday she’s participated in the second annual Pro-Am Swiss Team a marine in the Korean War. Luke’s passion was playing chess, dominoes, asked to advise Game. The winners were Tom and Connie Hebron, Jim pinochle, and any other card games. He had 25.39 masterpoints. on bidding, defense, and play, Feinstein and Tom Hallum. Serving as the super director/ Luke’s last game with us was in July. He spent the last 9 months in And how to declare a hand so fast cook was Bill Searcy. The super hostess, Joan Tobler, with hospitals and rehab facilities trying to get better, but it was not to be. Our that her committee, Chris Barker and Jo Ann Steigmeyer, lives were enriched by having Luke as a part of them. He was a lovely human it takes your breath away. provided the hot dogs, potato salad, baked beans and being. dessert. We marvel at how often she leads a Players are already looking forward to their third trump annual Pro-Am next year. Page D08 ACBL to make a cross-ruff flop, 38 SITE SITE ▲ Edgar “Luke” Lucas of Gary, Indiana Asking ourselves how does she know The Fort Wayne Fall Festival Regional will be held from that this will get her a TOP. September 15-21, 2014 in Fort Wayne, IN. ♣ South Bend Sectional August 01 - 03, 2014

Indiana University South Bend (IUSB) Indiana University South Bend 1700 Mishawaka Ave. S. Bend, IN (Game site is in the “grill/cafeteria” of the Student Union) 1700 Mishawaka Avenue • South Bend, IN

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Tournament Chairman: Bill Searcy Friday, August 1, 2014 574-536-1632 Stratified Open Pairs, Single Session 7:00PM [email protected] TOURNAMENT CHAIR 299r Pairs, Single Session 7:00PM Partnerships: $10/Session/Person Myra Anthony Non or unpaid ACBL members add $3 Bill Searcy: 574-536-1632 574-340-5597 Saturday, August 2, 2014 [email protected] Stratified Open Pairs, Single Session 10:00AM & 3:00PM ([email protected]) 299r Pairs, Single Session 10:00AM & 3:00PM Site Coordinator:

$10/Session/Person Raj Kohli Non or unpaid ACBL members add $3

Sunday, August 3, 2014 Open Swiss Teams (2 sessions play thru) 10:00AM Hotel PARTNERSHIP 299r Swiss Teams 10:00AM Courtyard Marriott 4825 N. Main Lunch Included with Entry Fee of $30/person Mishawaka, IN 46545 Myra Anthony: 574-340-5597 Non or unpaid ACBL members add $3 574-273-9900, Ext., 405 ([email protected]) Unit 154 Annual meeting during the Lunch Break

Special Notes: HOTEL The IUSB is a non-smoking facility. Zero Tolerance Policy will be in effect and enforced. All cell phones must be silenced in the playing areas. Courtyard Marriott Stratifications by Average MP’s in all events. C=0-750; B=750-2000; A=2000+ 4825 North Main • Mishawaka, IN 46545 574-273-9900 ext 405 Drinks & Snacks available for purchase

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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Hilton Courtyard by Marriott Open Stratification 0- 750 /750-2000/ 2000+ Grand Wayne Convention Center 1150 So. Calhoun St. 1020 So. Calhoun St. Gold Rush Stratification (0-300, 300-750) 120 West Jefferson Blvd. All Stratifications by Average MP’s in all events. Eligibility for flighted events based on highest MP player. Five Gold Rush Events—See NOTE Below for Details MONDAY SEPTEMBER 15 FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 19 Bracketed Knockout( 1) - 1st 7:00 PM Early Bird Side Series Pairs – 3rd 9:00 AM Regional Side Game Series 1), Game 1 (continues Tues 9, 1:00 & 7:00) 7:00 PM Fri-Sat Morning Strat Swiss, Session 1 of 2 9:00 AM Fort Wayne Weekend Bracketed Knockout Teams - 1st & 2nd 1:00 PM 7:00 PM TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 16 A/X Pairs, 2-Sessions (0-2000, 2000+) 1:00 PM & 7:00 PM Regional Side Game Series 1, Game 2, 3 & 4 9:00 AM 1:00 PM 7:00 PM , 2-Sessions (0-300, 300-750) 1:00 PM & 7:00 PM Fall Festival RegionalBracketed Knockout (1) - 2nd, 3rd, 4th 9:00 AM 1:00 PM 7:00 PM Gold Rush Pairs Regional Side Game Series 3), Game 1 & 2 1:00 PM 7:00 PM Limited Pairs (0-300) Side Game Series 1 & 2 of 4) 1:00 PM 7:00 PM Stratified Swiss Teams (1 Session) 7:00 PM September 15 - 21, 2014 (must play in 2 of 4 to qualify for overall) Bracketed Swiss Teams (See note) 1:00 PM & 7:00 PM SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 20 Stratified Swiss Teams (1 session) 7:00 PM Courtyard by Marriott SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Fri-Sat Morning Strata Swiss, Session 2of 2 9:00 AM Hilton Open Stratification 0- 750 /750-2000/ 2000+ Grand Wayne Convention Center Early Bird Side Series Pairs – 4th 9:00 AM 1150 So. Calhoun St. 120 West Jefferson Blvd. 1020 So. Calhoun St. Gold Rush Stratification (0-300, 300-750) WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 17 Weekend Bracketed Knockout Teams -3rd & 4th 1:00 PM 7:00 PM All Stratifications by Average MP’s in all events. Early Bird Series Pairs 1st (cont, Thurs, Fri, Sat) 9:00 AM Stratified Open Pairs (2 Sessions)1:00 PM & 7:00 PM Eligibility for flighted events based on highest MP player.Wed -Th Purs Morning Strata Swiss, Session 1 of 2 9:00 AM Limited Stratified Pairs (0 -100, 100 – 200, 200 - 300) 1:00 PM & 7:00 PM Five Gold Rush Events—See NOTE Below for DetailsPrimetime Bracketed Knockout Teams - 1st & 2nd 1:00 PM 7:00 PM A/X Pairs, 2- Sessions (0- 2000, 2000+) 1:00 PM & 7:00 PM Regional Side Game Series 3), Game 3 & 4 1:00 PM 7:00 PM MONDAY SEPTEMBER 15 FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 19 0-20 Pairs (FREE) 2 Single Sessions 1:00 PM 7:00 PM Bracketed Knockout( 1) - 1st 7:00 PM Gold Rush Pairs, 2-Sessions (0-300, 300-750) 1:00 PM & 7:00 PM Early Bird Side Series PairsRegional – 3rd Side Game Series 2, Game 9:00 1 AM& 2 1:00 PM 7:00 PM Regional Side Game Series 1), Game 1 (continues Tues 9, 1:00 & 7:00) 7:00 PM Fri-Sat Morning Strat Swiss,Stratified Session Swiss 1 Teamsof 2 (1 session) 9:00--- (Charity AM Game) 7:00 PM SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 21

Weekend Bracketed Knockout Teams - 1st & 2nd 1:00 PM 7:00 PM Bracketed Swiss Teams (See Note) 10:00 AM Play-thru TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 16 THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 18 A/X Pairs, 2-Sessions (0-2000, 2000+) 1:00 PM & 7:00 PM Regional Side Game Series 1, Game 2, 3 & 4 9:00 AM 1:00 PM 7:00 PM Early Bird Side Series Pairs – 2nd 9:00 AM , 2-SessionsWed- Thurs(0-300, Morning 300- 750)Strata Swiss, Session 2 of 2 9:001:00 AM PM & 7:00 PM NOTE: 5 Gold Rush Events (0-750) Two Bracketed Swiss Teams on Bracketed Knockout (1) - 2nd, 3rd, 4th 9:00 AM 1:00 PM 7:00 PM Gold Rush Pairs Regional Side Game SeriesPrimetime 3), Game Bracketed 1 & 2Knockout Teams - 3rd & 4th 1:00 PM 1:00 PM 7:00 PM 7:00 PM 16th & 21st —top three teams in each Brackets win Gold Limited Pairs (0-300) Side Game Series 1 & 2 of 4) 1:00 PM 7:00 PM Stratified Swiss Teams (1A/X Session) Swiss Teams, (0-2000, 2000+) 1:00 PM 7:00 & PM 7:00 PM 2 Gold Rush Pairs 17th & 19th---One Gold Rush Swiss Teams 18th (must play in 2 of 4 to qualify for overall) Gold Rush Swiss Teams 2 Sessions (0-300, 300-750) 1:00 PM & 7:00 PM GOLD EVENTS: Ten (10) Sessions for the price of Seven (7) Bracketed Swiss Teams (See note) 1:00 PM & 7:00 PM LimitedSATURDAY Pairs (0-300) SEPTEMBER Side Game Series 20 3 & 4 of 4) 1:00 PM 7:00 PM Must purchase by September 15, 2014—Call or email for details Stratified Swiss Teams (1 session) 7:00 PM Fri-Sat Morning Strata Swiss, (must Session play in 2of 2 of 2 4 to qualify 9:00 for overall)AM

Early Bird Side Series PairsRegional – 4th Side Game Series 2, Game 9:00 3 AM & 4 1:00 PM 7:00 PM WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 17 Weekend Bracketed KnockoutStratified Teams Swiss -Teams3rd & (1 4th session) 1:00 PM 7:00 PM 7:00 PM --- HOTEL INFORMATION --- Early Bird Series Pairs 1st (cont, Thurs, Fri, Sat) 9:00 AM Stratified Open Pairs (2 Sessions)1:00 PM & 7:00 PM The Hilton Fort Wayne (260) 420-1100 Wed-Th Purs Morning Strata Swiss, Session 1 of 2 9:00 AM Limited Stratified Pairs (0 -100, 100 – 200, 200 - 300) 1:00 PM & 7:00 PM Tournament Chairman Special Bridge Rate - $89.00 + tax (single or double) Primetime Bracketed Knockout Teams - 1st & 2nd 1:00 PM 7:00 PM Bridge Speakers Thursday — Saturday 6:15 PM Regional Side Game Series 3), Game 3 & 4 1:00 PM 7:00 PMRichard Ellis (765) 860-8908 Reservation must be made by August 9, 2014 A/X Pairs, 2- Sessions (0- 2000, 2000+) 1:00 PM & 7:00 PM Daily Bulletins Section Top Awards Based on availability , 2-Sessions (0-300, 300-750) 1:00 PM & 7:00 PM 0-20 Pairs (FREE) 2 Single Sessions 1:00 PM 7:00 PM Partnerships Gold Rush Pairs Hoosier Hospitality! Plenty of Parking! Courtyard by Marriott (260) 490-3629 Regional Side Game Series 2, Game 1 & 2 1:00 PM 7:00 PM Marylou Clegg Enclosed skywalk to parking garage At the Grand Wayne Center Stratified Swiss Teams (1 session)--- (Charity Game) 7:00 PM SUNDAY District SEPTEMBER 8 Website: 21 district8acbl.org (260) 436-3234 Special Bridge Rate - $99.00 + tax (single or double) Bracketed Swiss Teams (See Note) Unit 154 Website: unit154.org 10:00 AM Play-thru THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 18 [email protected] if reserved by August 9, 2014 Early Bird Side Series Pairs – 2nd 9:00 AM Wed-Thurs Morning Strata Swiss, Session 2 of 2 9:00 AM NOTE: 5 Gold Rush Events (0-750) Two Bracketed Swiss Teams on Primetime Bracketed Knockout Teams - 3rd & 4th 1:00 PM 7:00 PM 16th & 21st —top three teams in each Brackets win Gold A/X Swiss Teams, (0-2000, 2000+) 1:00 PM & 7:00 PM 2 Gold Rush Pairs 17th & 19th---One Gold Rush Swiss Teams 18th Gold Rush Swiss Teams 2 Sessions (0-300, 300-750) 1:00 PM & 7:00 PM GOLD EVENTS: Ten (10) Sessions for the price of Seven (7) Limited Pairs (0-300) Side Game Series 3 & 4 of 4) 1:00 PM 7:00 PM Must purchase by September 15, 2014—Call or email for details (must play in 2 of 4 to qualify for overall)

Regional Side Game Series 2, Game 3 & 4 1:00 PM 7:00 PM Stratified Swiss Teams (1 session) 7:00 PM --- HOTEL INFORMATION --- The Hilton Fort Wayne (260) 420-1100 Tournament Chairman Special Bridge Rate - $89.00 + tax (single or double) Bridge Speakers Thursday — Saturday 6:15 PM Richard Ellis (765) 860-8908 Reservation must be made by August 9, 2014 Daily Bulletins Section Top Awards Based on availability Hoosier Hospitality! Plenty of Parking! Partnerships Marylou Clegg Courtyard by Marriott (260) 490-3629 Enclosed skywalk to parking garage At the Grand Wayne Center District 8 Website: district8acbl.org (260) 436-3234 Special Bridge Rate - $99.00 + tax (single or double) Unit 154 Website: unit154.org [email protected] if reserved by August 9, 2014

Page D11 ACBL 40 SITE SITE Fort Wayne Regional - September 15 - 21, 2014 Northwest Indiana Sectional October 10 - 12, 2014 St. Mary’s Orthodox Center 8600 Grand Boulevard • Merrillville, IN

TOURNAMENT CHAIR Chuck Briggs: 219-947-1140

PARTNERSHIP Chuck Briggs: 219-947-1140

Page D11 ACBL 41 SITE SITE Merrillville Sectional - October 10 - 12, 2014