As we hopefully emerge from this long, frigid Southwest Pennsylvania winter, many of us are still feeling the instinct to hunker down and stay tucked away at home. Cold months have a way of narrowing our world, keeping us indoors and limiting the social connections that make our bridge community special.

This is the perfect moment to remind ourselves of the value of face to face bridge. Our in-person games aren't just about bidding and making contracts--they're about laughter across the table, shared stories, friendly rivalries, and the simple joy of being together. These moments matter. They lift our spirits, sharpen our minds, and strengthen the friendships that define Unit 142.

I encourage each of you to make the effort to come out and join a game.

We are looking for help storing bridge tables and other supplies for tournaments. If you are able to rent or donate space, please email me at president@pittsburghbridge.org ,

Ron Franck
Unit 142 President

Congratulations to the Unit 142 Masterpoints Race Winners

2025 Unit 142 Mini-McKenney Masterpoint Races

10,000 or more	Reanette Frobouck	742.30
7,500 to 10,000	Frank Cymerman	352.09
5,000 to 7,500:	Fred Schenker	347.96
3,500 to 5,000:	David Loeb	290.35
2,500 to 3,500	James Gump	218.62
1,500 to 2,500	Robert Winters	370.21
1,000 to 1,500	Roger Reese	195.17
500 to 1,000	Karl Sokalski	102.36
300 to 500	Aaron Balleisen	82.40
200 to 300	Robyn Fennell	243.59
100 to 200	Chris Rasmussen	84.26
50 to 100	Dennis Harkreader	61.14
20 to 50:	Elizabeth Boyle	72.86
5 to 20:	James Lucas	48.96
0 to 5	Daniel Lattanzi	30.08

See all the Unit 142 Mini-McKenney Awards

2026 Unit 142 Helen Shanbrom Ace of Clubs Races

10,000 or more	Reanette Frobouck	112.05
7,500 to 10,000	Judy Haffner	135.14
5,000 to 7,500:	Barbara Belardi	110.36
3,500 to 5,000:	Kenneth Eichler	181.00
2,500 to 3,500	James Gump	172.92
1,500 to 2,500	Beverly Ann Spine	151.81
1,000 to 1,500	Wayne Obitz	80.57
500 to 1,000	Karl Sokalski	58.37
300 to 500	Dennis Kriek	41.07
200 to 300	Robyn Fennell	152.03
100 to 200	Chris Rasmussen	31.24
50 to 100	Dennis Harkreader	36.27
20 to 50:	Elizabeth Boyle	47.74
5 to 20:	James Lucas	44.36
0 to 5	Daniel Lattanzi	20.00

See all the Unit 142 Helen Shanbrom Ace of Clubs Awards

Unit 142 Masterpoints Races Page

Saturday March 14th 11 am - 4 pm

Sweetwater Center for the Arts 200 Broad St, Sewickley, PA 15143

We had a great time last time, so we’re gonna do it again. Prepared Hands & Take-Home Analysis Lunch & refreshments will be provided! Please note any dietary restrictions when registering. $5 this time, so we don’t go broke.

Bring a Partner, or Singles welcome! (we’ll hook you up!) BUT you must RSVP by Thursday 3/12 so we can get set up right! Click the button below to RSVP!

RSVP for the Student Bridge Party

Education

Classes currently ongoing in Mt. Lebanon, Monroeville, Treesdale and North Hills.

Supervised play ongoing in Mt. Lebanon, Glenshaw, and Sewickley.

Student Party set for March 14 th , where students taking bridge classes can gather for a ‘fun duplicate game’ without the pressure of facing grizzled veterans. Terri Tunick and Marilyn Sittig are the Party Planners, and kudos to them for their hard work.

We are hopeful that more of the students show up at club games. We keep rowing the boat, hoping to reach shore.

Bill Holt
Unit 142 VP, Education Chair
412-860-2794
burghboyb@gmail.com

The Pittsburgh area is fortunate to have many excellent bridge teachers. Please visit the Unit's Lessons page for details. Here are some quick links to classes.

Visit the Unit's Mentoring Program Page

Support Your Local Clubs

Unit 142 clubs hosted 4,054 tables in 2025, down 2% from last year. Congratulations to the South Pittsburgh Bridge Club for finishing the year in the ACBL's top 500.

Milt Frazier, Greensburg, Edgeworth, Lauri Ann West, and Women of Rodef Shalom finished in the top 1,000.

Please continue to support our local clubs. Unit 142 has over 100 students taking lessons and participating in supervised play. The future of bridge depends on our locals clubs providing a vibrant welcoming envionment. See Bill Holt's Welcoming New Players letter.