2nd in the Silver Ribbons in Memphis 2019. Many people have congratulated me for my finish, and then added that I should not be too disappointed that we didn't win. I play the game to learn about the game and improve my capacity to play it well. This result told me that I can play it well enough to win at that level, and the fact that I didn't actually win is totally irrelevant to me.
USBF Junior mentor (having a great time with a half-dozen [now 8] very eager youngsters from 12-16). Nearly made the top 500 in 2017, planning a stronger effort in 2019.
Occasionally play on BBO against Cayne and his pros, or Richard Pavlicek and partner. I enjoy the opportunity to play against that caliber of players. Win occasionally, too.
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2♦ both majors
lebensohl applies here:
X is penalty
2NT==>3♣ to sign off, or cue as Stayman with a ♠ stopper, or 3NT as values for 3N with a ♠ stopper
3♣/3♦ forcing, imply that you were doubling hearts
3♥ natural GF
3♠ Stayman no stopper
3NT values for 3NT no stopper
Partner is in the pro's seat, you are in the client's seat
