(513) Thinking and Responding: 1-minor - 1NT Auctions and Follow-Ups

(513) Thinking and Responding:  1-minor - 1NT Auctions and Follow-Ups

When we open the bidding partner often responds with 1NT. It is important for us to have good agreements about common auctions. Here we look at auctions that start with a minor and hear partner respond 1NT. We look at what to expect and how the auction might continue.

(512) Thinking and Responding: Jump Shifts After 1-Level Openings - Weak and Invitational

(512) Thinking and Responding: Jump Shifts After 1-Level Openings - Weak and Invitational

Jump Shifts by Responder have a variety of different meanings in different situations. Their means can change based on the level they are made at and if they are in competition. Make sure you have good agreements with your partner about the meaning of these jump shifts.

(511) Thinking and Responding: Walsh and Extended Walsh

(511) Thinking and Responding: Walsh and Extended Walsh

When we respond to opener’s bid we have a priority of finding major suit fits. Opener also have a priority of showing their hand type if they do not find a major suit fit. The Walsh style of bidding and rebids are an important improvement in modern bidding.

(509) Thinking and Responding: Vulnerability Tactics

(509) Thinking and Responding: Vulnerability Tactics

When we are at favorable vulnerability we have a lot of different options for how to get into the auction. When we are in the 3rd seat, this is even more true. Here we look at how we can use this situation to give us a license to attack.