Jacoby 2NT

Rev: June 26, 2000

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Responding 2NT to partner’s one-bid of a major shows trump support and a good balanced hand (no void or singleton). With a void or singleton and 4+ trumps and 13+ points use a Splinter Bid instead.

Requirements are:

4+ trumps

13+ total points

No singleton or void (otherwise bid a splinter instead)

Off if RHO bids

If RHO doubles use Jordan 2 NT to show a limit raise or better

If RHO overcalls cue bid the overcaller’s suit to show a limit raise or better.

Simplified Jacoby 2NT (My 1st preference)

Opener’s Responses:

First priority is to show a singleton or void, if any:

3-Level bid shows a stiff

4-level bid shows a void

If no singleton or void, describe hand strength by bidding:

4 of the trump suit = minimum, 13 - 15.

3NT = a good 16 or 17 points.

3 of the trump suit = 18+ total points.

Regular Jacoby 2NT (My 2nd preference)

Opener’s Responses:

First priority is to show a singleton or void, if any: Bid that suit at the 3-level.

If no singleton or void, describe hand strength by bidding:

4 of the trump suit = minimum.

3NT = a good 14 or 15 points.

3 of the trump suit = 16+ total points.

After [ 1S Pass 2NT Pass ] : [ 4C, 4D or 4H = second 5-card suit headed by the KQ or better

After [ 1H Pass 2NT Pass ] : [ 4C or 4D = second 5-card suit headed by the KQ or better

Responder’ Rebids:

	Responder is the quarterback and will determine the auction.
	If responder rebids a suit other than the trump suit, that is a cue bid showing first round control. You respond with your first round control starting with your cheapest suit (up the line).