Preempts
Preempts
Preempts Intro
Understanding hand evaluation goes far beyond simply counting high card points. Distribution, intermediate cards, and fit all change the true worth of your holding. We explore when to upgrade a promising hand and when to...
Preempts I: What does a preempt look like?
Defense is often called the hardest part of the game, and for good reason. Signals, count, and attitude all combine to paint a picture for your partner. Here we look at practical carding agreements that turn two defender...
Preempts II: Seat and Vulnerability
A solid opening lead sets the tone for the entire defense. Rather than leading on autopilot, we consider the auction, the vulnerability, and the message you want to send, so your first card gives your side the best chanc...
Preempts III: Responding to partner's preempt
A solid opening lead sets the tone for the entire defense. Rather than leading on autopilot, we consider the auction, the vulnerability, and the message you want to send, so your first card gives your side the best chanc...
Ogust and Feature Ask
Understanding hand evaluation goes far beyond simply counting high card points. Distribution, intermediate cards, and fit all change the true worth of your holding. We explore when to upgrade a promising hand and when to...
Lebensohl Over Weak 2s
Defense is often called the hardest part of the game, and for good reason. Signals, count, and attitude all combine to paint a picture for your partner. Here we look at practical carding agreements that turn two defender...
Gambling 3NT
The endgame is where well-played hands are won and lost. Squeezes, endplays, and simple counting of the hand let you extract that one extra trick. This lesson introduces the timing and preparation that make advanced tech...