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Learn the beginning rules and strategies of the card game called Spades in this free card playing video series.
There are 28 videos in this series:
Learn about the history of spades in this free card playing video.
Learn about terms used in spades card game in this free card playing video.
Beginner's guide to spades in this free card playing video.
How to begin a game of spades in this free card playing video.
Learn about the basic rules of spades in this free card playing video.
Learn about additional rules of spades in this free card playing video.
Learn about probabilities and percentages in spades in this free card playing video.
How to use probabilities and percentages in spades in this free card playing video.
How to keep score in spades in this free card playing video.
Learn about keeping score in spades in this free card playing video.
Learn about numerical bids in spades in this free card playing video.
Learn about communicating numerical bids in spades in this free card playing video.
How to use nil bids in spades in this free card playing video.
Learn about techniques for using nil bids in spades in this free card playing video.
Learn about bidding strategies in spades in this free card playing video.
Learn about techniques for bidding in spades in this free card playing video.
Learn about the result of a game set in spades in this free card playing video.
Learn about nil bidding in spades in this free card playing video.
Learn about risk factors for nil bidding in spades in this free card playing video.
Learn about the effect of bags on a game of spades in this free card playing video.
How to play opening leads in a game of spades in this free card playing video.
Learn about techniques for playing opening leads in spades in this free card playing video.
How to play a hand of spades: 2nd low-3rd high in this free card playing video.
Learn about playing a hand of spades: 2nd low-3rd high in this free card playing video.
How to cover or support a nil in spades in this free card playing video.
Spades developed in Cincinnati, Ohio in 1937. Similar to other card games, such as bridge and hearts, spades can be played with two to four people. Invented by some clever college kids in the Northeast, the game has seen an increase in popularity due to online card rooms and tournaments. The object of the card game is to gain the most points, which are acquired by winning the number of tricks bid in each hand.
If you are interested in learning about the game of spades, look no further. Our expert, Joe Andrews, shows you how to play spades. Joe is the author of five card game books, and he is eager to share is passion and skill with you. Learn how to deal cards for spades, and learn how to scoring system works. Joe illustrates how to keep score, and he gives you tips on strategies for bidding. With his instruction, you will be able to play spades like a pro. So, what are you waiting for? Learn how to play spades today!
Joe Andrews Joe Andrews is an avid collector of playing cards and card memorabilia. He founded the Grand Prix Live Tournaments Organization nine years ago. Andrews has been playing cards for more than 30 years, and he is the author of five card game books. He has also written articles for Games Magazine and the MSN Gaming Zone.dkdk
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