Balance Seat Bidding

after 1 NT Opener

Pass in Balance Seat

  • pass unless specific hand described below
  • Guideline:   opponents generally have 20-24 HCPs
  • Guideline:   opponents could have only 15-19 HCPs

Bid in Balance Seat

  • 2 level suit:
    • 6+ card, good suit
    • Guideline:   need safety of a good suit
  • Double:
    • balanced hand
    • 10-12 HCPs
    • favorable vulnerability
    • Guideline:   bid with care, agressive bid