The Brass Ring and Staying Tethered
From Warwick: the carousel of time, an Italian Double system triumph, and the value of staying tethered.
Spingold '26: Let's Go Dutch!
A board-by-board account of the 2026 Spingold, the Dutch stars scattered through the field, and Fleisher's convincing run to the trophy.
Five and a Beer
Yesterday was the second day of the Labor Day regional here in Rhode Island. The mood among the players seems upbeat - as the bumper sticker says (and I regularly recite), "Even a…
Who Needs Poland? We've Got Warwick!
From the Labor Day regional in Warwick: a lesson in finding Plan B, gratitude for New England bridge, and thoughts of returning to New York.
Staying in My Lanes
A California-bound meditation on bridge, memory, and the voices that stay with us.
Seven Tips for Aspiring Bridge Pros
Collected wisdom on professionalism, partnership, and making a life in the game.
Modern Bidding and Partnership Mishaps
Three bidding problems, a difficult defense, and the cost of undefined ranges.
Zen Mind, Beginner’s Mind
Suzuki, Steve Jobs, Jim Mahaffey, and the concentration bridge demands.
Change, Community, and a Bridge Deal
On finding community, accepting change, and choosing the safer line.