Another enjoyable summer of bridge. In a background of scandal, bad behaviour and downright cheating, an example on how the game should be played — with skill, consideration, and of course home baking. One team even called in their reserve to play for the opponents rather than make them forfeit. I have received several compliments on their behalf. Congratulations! We hope the summer has honed your bridge ready for the new season.
As for the results — Fife Aces won very closely followed by Grange in second and Hermitage Hibs in third. The winners are pictured from left to right — Gertrud Mallon, Nicola Dean, Sue Smith and Fiona McElhinney. Willie Davidson and Dave Dunn also played for the team but were not at the AGM.
Pos Team P W L AMPs Pts 1 Fife Aces 4 3 1 25 9 2 Grange 4 3 1 18 9 3 Hermitage Hibs 4 3 1 9 9 4 Hearty Hermits 4 1 3 -12 3 5 Whatsappateers 4 0 4 -38 0
SUMMER LEAGUE 2017 (NOVICES)
This competition was for players in classes or new to competitive play. Indeed many in the winning team had rarely played more than 8 boards at once before!
Heebie Jeebies! Team captain Andrew Wells, Clare Paterson and Neil Paterson with the trophy, ably assisted by Anita Jaglarz, Roberto Venanzio and David Watts.
Very close behind were Diamonds Are Forever (last year’s winner). Third were All Hands On Deck.
Pos Team P W L AMPs Pts 1 Heebie Jeebies 5 4 1 44 12 2 Diamonds Are Forever 5 4 1 38 12 3 All Hands On Deck 5 3 2 -5 9 4 A Bridge Too far 5 2 3 2 6 6 The Elizabethans 5 1 4 -31 3 5 Jammy Dodgers 5 1 4 -48 3