Competitive Bidding
Equal-Level Conversion
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...
Transfer Lebensohl
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...
Jordan
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...
Raises in Comp
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...
Fit-Showing Jumps
Bidding is a conversation between partners, and every call carries meaning. In this lesson we break down how to describe your hand accurately while listening carefully to what your partner is telling you, so the two of y...
Scrambling 2NT
Bidding is a conversation between partners, and every call carries meaning. In this lesson we break down how to describe your hand accurately while listening carefully to what your partner is telling you, so the two of y...
Good/Bad 2NT
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...
Forcing Pass
Declarer play rewards patience and planning. Before touching a single card from dummy, count your winners and losers, picture the layout that gives you trouble, and build a line of play that protects against the bad brea...
The Law of Total Tricks
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...
Transfers after 1M (X)
Bidding is a conversation between partners, and every call carries meaning. In this lesson we break down how to describe your hand accurately while listening carefully to what your partner is telling you, so the two of y...
Lebensohl Over 1NT
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...