As everyone is aware we are in unprecedented times and virtually every aspect of our lives has changed dramatically. Bridge is no exception. The Yorkshire League fixtures have traditionally been published no later than early June. However, the committee believes that it would be a futile exercise to do the same this year. Many players may be reluctant (and understandably so) to commit themselves at this time to participating in next season’s competition, thus making it difficult for some clubs to know how many teams they will be able to enter.

The committee has, therefore, decided to delay the date of entry to 1st September, a decision which I know has been welcomed by a number of clubs.

The dates for next season’s fixtures have been here on the website for some time:

1 November 2020
15 November 2020
6 December 2020
3 January 2021
24 January 2021
21 February 2021
07 March 2021

and these will remain in place on the assumption that life will have returned to normal by then. The Yorkshire League is our flagship competition and we all hope that it will remain unscathed. If, however, this is not the case then I will keep you informed of any changes that may prove necessary

Meanwhile, I send you my best wishes and look forward to the day when our clubs are welcoming us back through their doors.

PHILIP MASON