Two Diamond Opener, Three NoTrump Rebid

or

Three NoTrump Opener

Hand Description: all seats

  • 25-27 HCPs
  • balanced:
    • No singleton or void
    • No 5-4-2-2 distribution
    • No 5 card major
  • Subract 1 HCP for 4333 distribution
  • Add 1 HCP for 5 card suit

Choice

Case AO:3NTSuggested Bid
Case BO:2C - R:2D/H/S - O:3NTOption played by some

Specific Responses:

R:pass 0-5 HCPs
R:4C - Stayman 0+ HCPs
R:4D/H - Jacoby Transfer 0+ HCPs
R:4NT 6-7 HCPs
R:5NT 10-12 HCPs
R:6NT 8-9 HCPs
R:7NT 12-15 HCPs
Rebids of 4NT-6NT after Stayman and Jacoby have the same point count range as above.
Rebids of suits after Stayman and Jacoby have the same point count range as the NoTrump bid at the same level.