My relationship with duplicate bridge began in 1966, spanning well over 50 years. Early success includes Purdue University championship (Dave Vance 1969), DSBA Club Championship (Fred Schmidt 1984). I became a Life Master as a result of two regional victories … Continue reading →
I’m thrilled to learn that I have achieved bronze life master status. I just earned my life master status while playing with my brother Dan Brown who lives in North Carolina – I live in Lancaster PA – on December … Continue reading →
I have been playing bridge socially once a week with a group of friends for about 7 years now. I attended Ami bridge in Langhorne sporadically over the last few years. It took quite a long time to reach the … Continue reading →
How could I possibly top the great write-up that my brother, Rich Hartz, wrote? I would only add that it has been my privilege to teach bridge (in pre-pandemic days) at my local club (Mohawk Valley Bridge Association). Further, the … Continue reading →
I have been asked to share a bit of my story in achieving the rank of Ruby Life Master. It is a rank which comes with a sense of joy, satisfaction and accomplishment. In reality, the story is a simple … Continue reading →
When I first started playing bridge and taking lessons, the title “Life Master” seemed remote at best. After some time and many club games, I went to my first tournament at the urging of our beloved teacher, Bobbie Gomer, earning … Continue reading →