| Partnership | Pct | Rank | MP |
| Janet Loops - Lesley Xu | 68.75 | 1st A | 0.48 |
| Kathy Stone - Matthew Nathanson | 57.50 | 2nd A | 0.34 |
| Partnership | Pct | Rank | MP |
| Danielle Garland - Vi Gassman | 62.50 | 1st A | 0.25 |
| Francine Raphael - Mary Graves | 56.67 | 1st A | 0.25 |
| Jane Barr - Peter Barr | 55.00 | 2nd A | 0.18 |
| Betsy Powers - Julie Bertani-Kiser | 54.17 | 2nd A | 0.18 |
| Partnership | Pct | Rank | MP |
| Heather MacGregor - James Slinger | 68.33 | 1st A | 1.30 |
| David Jackson - Kenneth Johnson | 60.83 | 2nd A | 0.91 |
| Lester Loops - Robert Johnson | 57.92 | 3rd A | 0.65 |
| John Walker - Ken Gamble | 56.67 | 4th A | 0.46 |
| Bonnie Simon - Marilyn Diola | 53.33 | 2nd B | 0.45 |
| Diana Schilling - Kathy O'Neil Traback | 51.67 | 3rd B | 0.32 |
| Christina Kobland - Linda Downing | 41.67 | 2nd C | 0.22 |
| Partnership | Pct | Rank | MP |
| Janet Loops - Michael Modest | 63.90 | 1st A | 0.64 |
| Eric Stolzberg - Mark Riley | 63.56 | 1st A | 0.64 |
| Francesco Ruggeri - Lesley Xu | 57.95 | 2nd A | 0.45 |
| Andrew Calciano - Marilyn Calciano | 54.03 | 3rd A | 0.32 |
| Linda Downing - Susan Pearce | 53.16 | 2nd A | 0.45 |
| Nikki Shoemaker - Vi Gassman | 51.29 | 3rd A | 0.32 |
| Partnership | Pct | Rank | MP |
| Ken Gamble - Ken Llacera | 63.02 | 1st A | 1.10 |
| Lesley Xu - Richard Hill | 58.80 | 2nd A | 0.77 |
| Lester Loops - Michael Modest | 56.25 | 3rd A | 0.55 |
| Farol Henderson - Jacci Sterling | 52.60 | 4th A | 0.39 |
| Partnership | Pct | Rank | MP |
| Elena Laborde Bishop - Michael Modest | 59.38 | 1st A | 1.10 |
| Lani Ray - Linda Downing | 55.56 | 2nd A | 0.77 |
| Christina Kobland - Mick Friedberg | 54.17 | 3rd A | 0.55 |
| Ken Llacera - Shirley Llacera | 52.60 | 4th A | 0.39 |
| Diana Schilling - Francesco Ruggeri | 50.00 | 2nd B | 0.39 |
| Angie Millslagle - Lesley Xu | 47.40 | 3/4th B | 0.24 |
| John Walker - Lester Loops | 47.40 | 3/4th B | 0.24 |
| Partnership | Pct | Rank | MP |
| Richard Pearce - Susan Pearce | 63.07 | 1st A | 1.30 |
| Craig Smart - Sam O'Neill | 61.12 | 2nd A | 0.91 |
| Michael Modest - Robert Johnson | 60.11 | 3rd A | 0.65 |
| Bette Harken - Jan Winham | 55.76 | 4th A | 0.46 |
| Andrew Calciano - Marilyn Calciano | 55.28 | 5th A | 0.26 |
| Bradford Cottel - Janet Loops | 52.50 | 3rd C | 0.25 |
| Partnership | Pct | Rank | MP |
| Lester Loops - Robert Johnson | 57.69 | 1st A | 1.40 |
| Lani Ray - Richard Hill | 56.41 | 2nd A | 0.98 |
| John Walker - Ken Gamble | 55.77 | 3rd A | 0.70 |
| Ken Llacera - Mick Friedberg | 55.45 | 4th A | 0.49 |
| Mark Moore - Vincent McLoughlin | 53.53 | 2nd B | 0.39 |
| Joanne Bruno - John Hullman | 52.88 | 3rd B | 0.28 |
| Graham Kelly - Kenneth Johnson | 52.88 | 6/7th A | 0.22 |
| Josh Karter - Robin McDuff | 47.12 | 2nd C | 0.28 |
| Partnership | Pct | Rank | MP |
| Christina Kobland - Leslie Davidson | 60.36 | 1st A | 0.40 |
| Nancy Pringle - Nandor Vadas | 58.06 | 1st A | 0.40 |
| Chris Tainty - David Harken | 53.76 | 2nd A | 0.28 |
| Francesco Ruggeri - Kathy Stone | 53.46 | 2nd A | 0.28 |
| Nikki Shoemaker - Vi Gassman | 50.66 | 1st C | 0.12 |
| Lindsay Johnson - Marilyn Jean | 47.04 | 2nd B | 0.20 |
| Partnership | Pct | Rank | MP |
| John Wesolowski - Robert Johnson | 59.03 | 1st A | 1.00 |
| Ken Gamble - Ken Llacera | 57.64 | 2nd A | 0.70 |
| Annette Powers - John Walker | 56.71 | 3rd A | 0.50 |
| Bette Harken - Robin McDuff | 52.41 | 4th A | 0.35 |
| Partnership | Pct | Rank | MP |
| John Walker - Lester Loops | 67.76 | 1st A | 0.60 |
| Carol Cowen - Gina Brown | 60.79 | 2nd A | 0.42 |
| Charles Pender - Christina Kobland | 60.53 | 1st A | 0.60 |
| Darby Kremers - Linda Downing | 57.50 | 2nd A | 0.42 |
| Barbara Rodrigues - Susan Pearce | 49.85 | 1st B | 0.16 |
September Games with EXTRA Points
*Awards are 1.8x Adoring Aces Class - September 18 The four Aces are the most powerful cards in their suits but many players, even those with 1000s of MPs, make mistakes leading or playing their aces. This class is a comprehensive survey of using your aces more effectively in the play of the hand, especially on defense. Real hands from open games illustrate general principles for leading and better timing for playing your aces. The class is free! It is presented on the third Thursday of the month following the 499er game at approximately 2P. We encourage players with less than 500MPs to play in the game and stay for the class. Others are welcome to attend the class, including those with more than 500 MPs. Potluck & Swiss Teams - September 24 Party Time and Swiss Teams - Combine the fun Wednesday Evening game with a Swiss for an even a better time! Potluck at 5:30PM. Please bring sometime to share! Game time remains at 6PM. The teams will be made up to level the field by joining higher rated pairs with lower rated ones. The swiss format offers an opportunity to play on a team with bridge center members you may not know. The game is now filled. There are 9 teams. Team pairing will be announced soon. Sunday Brunch & Game - September 28 
Chef Heather is presenting another fab brunch
featuring Bagel Quiche, Candied Sausage, salads and Huckleberry Pie; don't miss it!
Please use the SCBC Event Registration app to sign up. Click here . The deadline for signing up is Wednesday, September 24th. Please note that brunch reservations cancelled after this deadline are responsible for $10 brunch cost. Surfs Up Sectional - Oct 18 & 19 The tournament returns to the Santa Cruz Bridge Center. The sectional is a great opportunity to win your silver points. There's a two-session Open Pairs on Saturday, play either session or both. For players with 500MPs or less, there's a separate section with morning and afternoon sessions. Sunday is stratified swiss teams. Tournament preregistration is strongly suggested as registered players have seating priority. Use this link to access the SCBC Event Registration system. The flyer can be accessed here. If you need a partner contact Lester Loops at (650) 380-5460. Additional information is on this website, click the Surfs Up icon. July-August Newsletter - Posted August 1 Your Member Newsletter is now available. You'll find lots of "newsworthy" articles here, including a profile of David Harken and a Tech Tok describing the yearly masterpoint races. 
All Newsletters are posted to SCBC Info, accessed from the left-side menu, where you'll find all the previous issues. |
Unit 550 Mission: The Santa Cruz Bridge Center (SCBC), Unit 550 of the American Contract Bridge League (ACBL), promotes the game of bridge and supports bridge clubs running games. The SCBC provides a pleasant and fun environment for learning and playing bridge.
Game Calendar & Schedules: There are games at the SCBC and on BBO throughout the week. Some are open to players of all levels, termed "Open Games", while others are reserved for newcomers, novice and/or intermediate players. Contact us at info@www.santacruzbridge.org with questions or partner requests. Clicking Schedule lists the regular schedule. Clicking Calendar displays game time, level, table fee for games and classes.
Game Results: Click Results in the left side menu bar or on the results logos in the table to the right or on the suit symbols ♣ / ♦ in the Game Calendar.
Masterpoints & Game Winners: Significant bridge accomplishments by our members are found under Accolades; including a listing of all SCBC Life Masters.
If you have any questions about games, lessons, or the SCBC, send us an email at info@www.santacruzbridge.org.
We look forward to seeing you at the tables!
Your Unit 550 Board of Directors
| D i r e c t o r (Phone) BBO Name | Results |
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Ken Gamble (831) 600-6184 |
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Robert Johnson **Unlisted** |
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Ken Llacera (831) 426-4949 |
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Nancy Wainer (831) 465-1234 |
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Jan Winham (831) 291-0479 |
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Results may not be posted for up to 1 hour after game.
Official masterpoints awards are provided by ACBL.