The Diamond course is the ACBL intermediate course (8 – 10 weeks) which focuses on “Play of the Hand”. The main objective is to develop a “Plan by Declarer” includ-ing the counting of winners or losers, developing tricks, finessing, eliminating losers, managing the trump suit, considering entries, and avoiding the “dangerous” opponent.

Each class will start with an overview lecture, followed by exercises and then play and analysis of four pre-dealt hands. Audrey Grants textbook Play of the Hand is available online.