On Friday, March 7, there was a Zoom call for all Unit’s Presidents call. The following of the topics discussed. Please contact Elizabeth Beever for further information.:
Program & Initiative Updates
- Jumpstart Bridge Expansion – Now in nearly 400 schools with 17,000+ students. Plans to expand into math conferences this summer.
- Bridge War Introduction – A simplified bridge-like game with online and mobile versions in development. Visit bridgewar.com for instructions, flier and game overview. In addition, we will be beta testing an online version that you can test, click here.
- Community Club & ACBL Clubhouse – New initiative connecting online and face-to-face players, with revenue-sharing for clubs. Visit the Community Club.
- Trick Starter – A free, 1-hour introductory bridge class offered weekly for new players. Students are encouraged to find a local teacher or sign up for an ACBL Online Intro to Bridge Class if they would like to continue. acbl.org/playbridge
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Key Discussions
Balancing Online & Face-to-Face Play – Encouraging players to choose Clubhouse games to support local clubs.
Master Point System Review – Concerns about online points devaluing achievements. ACBL reviewing award structures for 0-750 MP players and considering separate online/face-to-face categories.
Recruitment & Retention – 5-5-5 initiative being adjusted to add a 40-50% level to ease recruitment challenges.
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