Playing bridge is not just about calculating moves and adding up cards, it also offers the opportunity to make great friendships.
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Phyl Gregg recently moved to the area from Sydney and, at 95, was on the lookout for a challenge. Luckily, she found the Taree Bridge Club.
Eighteen months later, Phyl is a regular at the club and something of a pro at the game.
“I love to keep my mind active and especially enjoy the friendships I’ve made in this club,” she explained.
“Playing bridge is a highlight for me every week”.
Club members recently looked on as Phyl paired up with senior bridge veteral, Muriel Adair, who is a life member of the club and is also in her 90s.
Club president, Anne Smith, said it was great to see the lovely ladies with a combined age of over 180 years enjoying a challenging game.
“They might not have won the game on the day, but they inspired us all to remain active and healthy,” Anne said.
“We would all love to be as fit and switched-on as Phyl and Muriel when we are in our 90s.
“Bridge is not a game just for older people, we have teenagers come along to competitions who love the game.
“Typically, a lot of people join the club when they retire from work as it offers a great social outing and playing keeps your mind active.”
The Taree Bridge Club has been operating for more than 30 years and has more than 70 members.
Situated in Pitt Street in Chatham, the club's many members and guests can attend up to three sessions a week to play the game.
Anyone interested in trying bridge should contact the club at tareebridgeclub@gmail.com or call 6551 0091.