CONTRACT BRIDGE SUB-COMMITTEE INTRODUCTION 2020 had been a challenging year and everyone had to adapt to a new normal. Since the circuit breaker, the section was unable to play the bridge game physically in the Club which led us to learn and start playing the game online.
Reported by: MDM TAN KIM LIAN Convenor
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE YEAR The Contract Bridge Section organised an Open Pairs In-House game on 16 February 2020 with a total of nine pairs participating in this event. During the circuit breaker, the Sub-Committee encouraged members to play bridge in the comfort of their home and everyone started playing via Bridge Base Online (BBO). As a result, they had the opportunity to play with the Section members as well as bridge players from across the world. Open Pairs In-House game
After the circuit breaker, members were able to play bridge in the Club with a limited number of tables and safety precautions were adhered such as masks and gloves to be worn all the time, and sanitising of cards after every play. The Introduction to the Game of Bridge conducted by our SubCommittee Members, Mr Phang Siew Loon, Mr Tan Jin Meng and Mr Tham Beng Kiong, commenced on 5 November 2020 and we were pleased to see an increase in our total number of Section members to 42 pax. Having more bridge players in the Section allowed this small community to expand and we hoped to cultivate these beginners to advanced players and represent the Club in future inter-club competition.
Contract Bridge section training
LOOKING AHEAD The Sub-Committee will continue to organise short courses for beginners to learn and understand more on the game. More bridge based online games will be organised throughout the year so that members can improve and win in the upcoming inter-club competition.
APPRECIATION The Sub-Committee would like to thank all members for their participation throughout the year. I would like to extend my appreciation to the Contract Bridge Sub-Committee members in imparting their knowledge to the beginners and volunteering their time to host the BBO games and tournaments for members to enjoy the game in their own comfort zone. Lastly, I would like to thank the Management Committee and Sports & Games Committee for their support in 2020. ANNUAL REPORT 2020
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