Author Archives: Lee Lin

GNT-B and GNT-C 2022-2023 Knockouts

Posted on June 9, 2023 by Lee Lin

In Flights B and C, defending Flight C champions Jack Latta and Maya Jonas-Silver have qualified into the finals in BOTH flights. Each player will win at least 40 Masterpoints (32.5 gold and 7.5 red), and up to 53 points … Continue reading →

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NYC Silver Point Sectional June 24-25

Posted on June 7, 2023 by Lee Lin

Big news for intermediate and newer players! We are bringing back the Countess Cup, the award created in honor of New York world champion Margie Gwozdzinsky. The Countess was a major presence in the local bridge scene, where she volunteered … Continue reading →

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GNT-C Finals: Battle of the Jacks

Posted on May 23, 2023 by Lee Lin

The GNT-C Semifinal match between Team Romeo and Team Boge took place today. After some haggling over the date, time, and venue, the teams ultimately agreed to play their knockout at the Regency Whist Club! Known for their invite-only money … Continue reading →

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Petsch Leads GNT Flight B Opening Round

Posted on May 22, 2023 by Lee Lin

The Team of Melanie Petsch, James Beha, Daniel Lev, and Linda Einhorn-Ihde emerged as the winners in the GNT-B opening round robin. Melanie originally faced off against Linda and Daniel during the GNT-A round robin two weeks ago on May … Continue reading →

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Grue and Lipkin Advance to GNT Finals

Posted on May 20, 2023 by Lee Lin

While some of us played in the Edison Sectional today, many of the strongest players in our district competed in the Grand National Teams Championship Flight. You can see the latest brackets at https://gnyba.org/gnt The two teams advancing to the … Continue reading →

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Bidding like it’s IMPs in a Matchpoints game?

Posted on May 20, 2023 by Lee Lin

Serious question. Have you ever played in a matchpoints game but agreed with your partner you will bid as if you are playing IMPs? Mini Bridge Adventures: Edison Sectional Today is my first time participating in the Edison Sectionals, which … Continue reading →

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Partnerships for GNT Flight B on May 21st

Posted on May 15, 2023 by Lee Lin

To all ACBL bridge players in New York City and Long Island with under 2500 masterpoints, we’re thrilled to invite you to participate in the Grand National Teams tournament (GNT-B). Need a Team or Partner?If you’re eager to participate but … Continue reading →

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GNT Flights A and C Attracts 14 Tables

Posted on May 9, 2023 by Lee Lin

The opening round of the D24 Grand National Teams, Flights A and C, attracted 14 teams! This is far more than last year when New York bridge players were still easing into a “return to face-to-face” mentality. Team Lampe and … Continue reading →

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The 2022-2023 D24 Grand National Teams

Posted on April 17, 2023 by Lee Lin

There is still plenty of time to form a team for the District 24 GNTs coming up next month. For the latest information, head to gnyba.org/gnt Reasons to Play As a recap, this is one of the best events all … Continue reading →

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Edison Sectional May 19-21st 2023

Posted on April 3, 2023 by Lee Lin

Our neighbors in nearby District 3 are holding another sectional in Edison, NJ, from Fri-Sun May 19th-21st 2023. For those just getting back to the local tournament scene, Edison is the new Woodbridge. Here is the Edison May 2023 tournament … Continue reading →

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