North American Pairs & Grand National Teams
Your path to national glory starts right here in New England!
Whether you prefer the tight chemistry of a partnership or the camaraderie of a full squad, these prestigious events offer every duplicate bridge player a fair shot at a national title. Both tournaments offer four different flights—from rising rookies to seasoned masters—allowing you to qualify locally and advance to the national finals. In addition to the opportunity to play in the finals, top finishers earn a huge number of masterpoints, local glory, and a stipend to help fund the trip.
Grab your favorite partner or build your ultimate four-to-six-player team, and start your journey today!
North American Pairs 2026
Our premier pairs event of the year. In addition to an elevated playing experience, it awards a pre-defined huge number of masterpoints – the richest prize of the year. NAPs, as it’s called, requires you to qualify at your local club. Check their summer schedule so you don’t miss the opportunity to join us for the District Finals in November.
Important Dates
- Club Qualifying: June-July-August
- District Finals: Played at the Harvest Regional
- Flight C: Tuesday, November 10
- Flight B: Wednesday, November 11
- Flight A: Thursday & Friday, November 12-13
- OPEN: Saturday & Sunday, November 14-15
- National Finals: Dallas NABC, March 2027
Grand National Teams 2027
Like the NAPs, the GNTs is our premier teams event of the year – but you don’t have to pre-qualify to play. It too awards an a pre-defined huge number of masterpoints – the richest team prize of the year. The GNTs are so special, we built an entire tournament around them.
Plan to join us in February. You don’t want to miss the camaraderie or the excitement.
Important Dates
- District Finals: Played at the Silver & Gold Palooza
- Flight C: Friday, February 19
- Flight B: Saturday, February 20
- Flight A: Wednesday & Thursday, February 17 & 18
- OPEN: Friday, Saturday & Sunday, February 19, 20 & 21
- National Finals: Las Vegas NABC, July 2027
Want to learn more?
Our NAP/GNT Coordinator, Dan Jablonski, is available to answer your questions. Email him at NAPGNT@nebridge.org.