Rookie-Master Games (Spring & Fall)

At a glance

  • National rookie-friendly club games held twice per year
  • Designed to help new players learn and get involved
  • Same deals across Canada + expert hand analysis
  • National, Zone, and Clubwinners recognized

Eligibility Requirements

  • At least one player must be a Rookie – fewer than 100 masterpoints.
  • A Rookie is intended to be fairly new to duplicate bridge.
  • Players with lapsed ACBL membership or unreported masterpoints may not meet the intended definition of a Rookie.
  • Club managers/directors may refuse entry if the partnership does not include a true Rookie.
APRIL 13, 2026 $4 / TABLE

HELEN SHIELDS ROOKIE–MASTER GAME

In memory of Helen Shields of Thunder Bay, past President of the Canadian Bridge Federation, who was deeply committed to teaching and introducing new players to duplicate bridge.
Note: Registration with the CBF is required.
Monday, April 13, 2026
Additional fee: $4 per table
See details
Eligibility
At least one player must be a Rookie.
Conventions
Only ACBL Yellow Card conventions permitted.
Seating
Rookies sit South & West. Masters sit North & East.
Fee
$4 per table to be sent directly to the CBF.
Reporting
Use your normal ACBLscore process; remit CBF fees separately.
Download Flyer
Canadian Bridge Federation
PO Box 24142, Evergreen RPO
Calgary, AB T2Y 0J9
E-transfer: treasurer@cbf.ca
Register
OCTOBER 13, 2026 $4 / TABLE

ERIN BERRY ROOKIE–MASTER GAME

In memory of Erin Berry, a gifted student and bridge player whose life was tragically cut short at age 16. This event honors her passion for bridge and youth development.
Note: Registration with the CBF is required.
Tuesday, October 13, 2026
Additional fee: $4 per table
See details
Eligibility
At least one player must be a Rookie.
Conventions
Only ACBL Yellow Card conventions permitted.
Seating
Rookies sit South & West. Masters sit North & East.
Fee
$4 per table to be sent directly to the CBF.
Reporting
Use your normal ACBLscore process; remit CBF fees separately.
Download Flyer
Canadian Bridge Federation
PO Box 24142, Evergreen RPO
Calgary, AB T2Y 0J9
E-transfer: treasurer@cbf.ca
Register