In this update - Awards increased! Reminder about practice tourney and a lecture from Josh Donn
 
 
Hot off the press! 
 
The award payout for the NABC Online Individual has been significantly increased. Possibly due to the large number of players who have indicated their support of the event by registering, ACBL has just confirmed an increase in the total number of awards, to 67 places for each daily session and 187 places for the overalls. But wait, there is more good news!
 
 
Points count towards the Mini-McKenney Race and the Fishbein Trophy!
 
This is an NABC event with full recognition. We have received the official word - all points earned will count towards the Mini-McKenney Race (masterpoint race for points earned at ACBL sanctioned tournaments and clubs, excluding online), as well as the Fishbein Trophy (awarded to the player who wins the most masterpoints at the Summer NABC). 
 
This does mean the points earned in this event do not count towards the Ace of Clubs (for points won at a local sanctioned club) and Online Race (for most points won online).
 
If you're on the fence and wondering if you should play - well, now is surely the time. Register now and pay just $40. In a few days' time (Starting July 20) the early registration discount will end and the fee will be $50. 
 
 
Quick picture on how to register for the NABC Online.
 
A picture is worth a thousand words, so this is all you get in this issue. Be inspired. Be bold. Be registering!
ACBL NABC Online Registration
 
 
Reminder - Final Official Practice Tourney, with Prizes!
  • July 14-16 (Fri-Sun), a 3 Day ACBL Sponsored official Practice Tournament
  • Top 10 finishers will each win a free entry into the NABC Online
  • (If winners have already entered and paid, refunds will be provided. We're very flexible!)
  • For ACBL members only, look for tournament on Friday July 14 in ACBL World
  • 3 hours to complete 12 boards
  • Final chance to practice the actual tournament format for free
 
Bonus Event - Josh Donn Lecture on Sunday, 1PM EDT
 
BBOers, we are behind you 110% in your quest for NABC Online glory. 
 
This Sunday (July 16), join young American champion Josh Donn as he presents a lecture on "Declarer Play at Matchpoints". (Josh is also one of the main sources for the tips we have been sharing.) Whether you are an intermediate player hoping to take your MP game to the next level, an expert looking for an edge, or just want to hang with fellow bridge enthusiasts, join us at 1PM Eastern at the Vugraph Room. Everyone is welcome!
 
 
May the Masterpoint Force be with you!
 
Stay tuned for more information in the coming days. Feedback, comments, questions welcome in the BBO forums.
 
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