by CBAI | Apr 22, 2020 | Uncategorized
We are saddened to report the death of the well-known journalist, author, and former Irish Times bridge correspondent, George Ryan. George will be best remembered in bridge circles for his incredibly popular pocket-sized primer on the game, “The Bones of...
by CBAI | Mar 24, 2020 | Uncategorized
Given the current lack of real-life bridge, bridge bodies are finding all kinds of ways to enable us to get our bridge fix. If you’d like to watch some top-level bridge involving two well-known Irish participants, the US Spring Nationals in Columbus, Ohio, which...
by CBAI | Mar 21, 2020 | Uncategorized
In the midst of all the negative news, we’re delighted to have something positive to report. Many congratulations to bridge player Paddy McMahon of Tipperary, who celebrates his hundredth birthday today. Best wishes from all at the CBAI for a great day, Paddy,...
by CBAI | Mar 18, 2020 | Uncategorized
At the end of March, we will be sending out the club Masterpoint Summary Forms to every club. You should use these forms to record your members’ Masterpoint awards for the year, and return them to us for inclusion in their end-of-season records. If you would...
by CBAI | Mar 15, 2020 | Uncategorized
We regret to announce the recent death of Martin Hayes of Cappawhite, Co Tipperary, who served as CBAI National President in 2008, representing North Munster. Martin had only recently gone into a nursing home, and did not have much time to enjoy his new surroundings....