Templeogue College Bridge Club

Newsletter Autumn 2025

Welcome Members to our new Newsletter

It is difficult to know what the best way is of communicating with the members of the Club.   Yes, we have emails/WhatsApp’s etc. However, our contact details need updating (which we plan to address in Autumn), so we're trying the traditional approach for now a Newsletter! 

 The aim and key takeaway from a Bridge Club Newsletter is

• To keep members informed, engaged and connected to the club and the game.
• They serve as a vital communication tool for sharing information and fostering a sense of community.
• The content is tailored to the specific needs and interests of the club’s members

Templeogue College Bridge Club Committee

The Committee met on Friday 18^th July.  It was the first meeting of the new committee.  

1. Below is an explanation of some of the roles and names of those responsible for these roles.

Safety Officer:           Pat Marron

Marshalls:      Jackie Rogers, Bernie O’Connell and

Theresa Walsh

The above are responsible for moving people out of the hall through the appropriate exits in the event of a fire alarm. 

Tournament Director:          Ailbhe Mealy

The Tournament Director plans and manages the table set up and movements for each section.  If there is an issue during play, i.e. incorrect bids, plays out of turn, exposed cards, or disputes over claims or calls the Director should be called.  No player should feel embarrassed for having to call the TD, when you are unsure of the rules, it is better calling the TD.

Computer / Scorebridge :  8 members have offered their services.

As most of you are aware, during the summer we had several members, helping us with Scorebridge.   Vivienne Nealon also offered a group of us an additional class for which we were all very grateful and learnt a lot. 

We thank you for your patience and are hopeful that the new system we are putting in place will be a success.

2. Financial matters

Those of you who attended the AGM will be aware that the Club ran at a loss last year.  We are the smallest club in the Centre, so our membership and weekly club money barely covers the costs.  The Committee agreed that our weekly sub will increase to €6 in September.    We would ask members, if possible, to help our Treasurer in this regard and have the correct money on the night.

3. Calendar of Events September/December

7^th November                          :           IBU Simultaneous Pairs

14^th and 21^st November          :           Moriarty/Kenny/O’Leary Pairs

5^th December                          :           Christmas Party (Milltown Golf Club)

12^th December                        :           Turkey Competition

Templeogue Castle Community Bridge Club Update

The Committee met on 15^th July and informed the club representatives of their plans for 2025/2026.  The Chairman (Kieran Hone) outlined several projects which need to be completed. 

• Outside lighting
• Resurfacing the road around the centre building
• Painting the outside of the building
• Disabled toilet – the one beside training room
• Bike Shed
• Ladies toilet + all toilets need new flushers
• Disabled car park spaces need repainting

Bridge Classes

Beginner classes will begin in September.   Monday and Tuesday night and Monday and Wednesday mornings.   Please contact Mary Barry sec.tccbc@gmail.com or 087 205 2357.

Bar Staff

If anybody knows of an over 18 who may be interested in bar work in the Centre (bar staff are employees of the centre).  Please contact Vivienne Nealon 087 413 7122

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Some Bridge Etiquette – not that we need it !

Bidding: 

Alerting Calls:  Inform opponents of any special meaning of a call (alertable) by saying ‘Alert’ of using the Alert card.

No Disapproval:  Avoid showing approval of disapproval of calls or play.

Play:

Opening Lead: Place the opening lead face down until confirmed by declarer or partner.

Dummy Etiquette:  As dummy, wait for partner’s instructions before playing a card and avoid looking at other players’ hands.

General Conduct:

Be Punctual:  Arrive on time to allow for a smooth start of the game and movement between tables.

Respect Others: Maintain a courteous attitude and avoid actions that could annoy or embarrass others.

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Further Newsletters

Please let us know if you found this Newsletter helpful.  We will put it on the Website.

If you can think of anything else that could be included?

We are happy to receive any comments…………good/bad or indifferent!

Please contact Theresa Walsh 086 4000 911 / walshtheresa15@gmail.com or chat to me on a Friday night re the above.

Templeogue College Bridge Club meet each Friday evening at 7.30pm.

The Club is situated in the TCCBC on Templeogue Road.

This is a purpose built facility where all our members can enjoy the game of bridge in very comfortable and pleasant surroundings.

Winners of the President's Prize 2025

Winners of the Community & Junior Cups

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A big thanks to everyone who played and donated to our Charity Night in aid of

SAOIRSE

The figure being donated is €2,465

Annual Memberships to TCCBC for 2025 – 2026

The annual membership for the TCCBC of 40 euro is now due. This membership runs from 1st April 2025 to March 31st 2026 . You will get an email from the TCCBC reminding you to pay and giving instructions on how to do this.

The system used to collect the membership is the Smartclub software system. If you paid by cash/cheque last year not using Smartclub, we would appreciate if you could register on Smartclub this year so that all members and payments are recorded there. To register on Smartclub, you should reply to the email to say that you need to register and we will send you instructions on how to do it. Alternatively, you can text us at 0871618988 and we will help you with the registration and payment process.

If you don’t receive an email from the TCCBC, then we probably don’t have your latest email address. We would appreciate it very much if you get in touch and give it to us please so that we can get you registered on the system.

Contact details for the TCCBC are sec.tccbc@gmail.com or text to 0871618988 Note: The emails from TCCBC may go to the Spam folder in your email box so please check that.

Note: The annual membership will increase to 50 euro if it is not paid by 30th June 2025.

Thank you for your cooperation with this.

Congratulations to Ann O'Connell winner of the Eileen Fannin 2025

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Winners of the Boland, Kenny & O'Leary Competition

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