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 CBA Youth Bridge News
November 2013
Cincy Youth Bridge
2013 King of Bridge - Cincinnati Schools - CBC Youth Day - 2014 Cincinnati Youth Championship - 2104 National Youth Championship

by A. J. Stephani

The John Altman King Of Bridge Celebration! 

November 30, 1:00, Cincinnati Bridge Center, 2860 Cooper Road, Cincinnati, OH 45241. One of our own graduating high school seniors, John Altman, has been named the 2013 King of Bridge! We're throwing a party in John's honor on the Saturday after Thanksgiving, and it would be tremendous if everyone could get out there to congratulate John!

So, what the heck is the "King of Bridge"? It's a title given by the ACBL recognizing a graduating high school senior's overall contribution to the game of bridge, including accomplishment at the table. Grab a partner and join us at the Cincinnati Bridge Center (CBC) on November 30 – the game starts at 1:00 (we’ll have a non-Life Master section), and remember that Greater Cincinnati youth play at all CBC games for only $2!

Greater Cincinnati School Bridge Clubs

Our three school bridge clubs are up and going strong again this year! These clubs may be open to students in other schools – please contact the person below for more information:

Indian Hill (Mondays, 2:45-4:30): Susan Wisner (513.561.3156)

St. Xavier (Mondays, 3:15-5:15): A.J. Stephani (513.313.0488)

Lakota West (Mondays, 2:50-4:00): Peter Rice (513.677.6606)

Interested in starting a bridge club at your school? We’ll provide the instructor, the materials, and everything else, but we need YOUR HELP to get it started. We really have to work with a teacher or administrator from the school who can sponsor the club, and that’s where you come in – all we need is a name and contact information. Please contact A.J. to get started!

Youth Day at the CBC 

Saturday, February TBD?. Everyone had a great time last year, so we need to make sure we do it again this year. We have to pick a date, so if there are school functions that might get in the way, let me know. This is a great opportunity if you’re just learning the game – if you can follow suit and know what a trump is, you’re invited! We’ll provide the pizza and drinks, followed by a mentored duplicate bridge game. It’s totally free, and parents and friends are welcome.

2014 Greater Cincinnati Youth Bridge Championship 

June 6, 2014, 7:30, Sharonville Convention Center. Remember that date – let’s double the size of the field from last year.

2014 ACBL Youth National Championship

July 24-26, 2014. Vegas, baby! No fooling around this year – Cincinnati Youth WILL be well-represented in Las Vegas next summer. Contact A.J. if you’re interested.