The Lucky Sparrow

The Lucky Sparrow Mahjong resources and lessons for kids and adults in the Richmond/Lake Anna, VA area!

Nothing better than being required to cheers during a game (x4) 😍
06/10/2026

Nothing better than being required to cheers during a game (x4) 😍

I 🩷 teaching neighborhood groups!How fun to not only have a group of people who share an interest in learning mahjong, b...
06/08/2026

I 🩷 teaching neighborhood groups!

How fun to not only have a group of people who share an interest in learning mahjong, but you can walk to each others’ houses for games. We were down to the wire for the win and three of four hands were so close!

Girls night ❤️
05/16/2026

Girls night ❤️

Amidst the chaos of finalizing tournament plans last week, I stepped out to teach this lovely group how to play. We had ...
04/28/2026

Amidst the chaos of finalizing tournament plans last week, I stepped out to teach this lovely group how to play. We had to undo some table rules (no blanks allowed!) but it was such a fun evening. I’m going to pull up a chair, glass of wine, and just play next time!

Even if you don’t call Mahjong, you can still gain ground on the scoreboard at our tournament!Players who are “one tile ...
04/20/2026

Even if you don’t call Mahjong, you can still gain ground on the scoreboard at our tournament!

Players who are “one tile away” from a winning hand when the game ends receive a +2 point bonus. To claim these points, your hand must be verified and signed off by East at the end of the game.

When someone calls Mahjong, resist the urge to mash your tiles together; keep them on your rack so you can prove you were just one tile away from victory.

Where you put your tiles is just as important as which ones you play. When you call a discard for an exposure, it must b...
04/18/2026

Where you put your tiles is just as important as which ones you play.

When you call a discard for an exposure, it must be placed on the flat part of your rack. If you accidentally place a called tile on the sloped part—where your hidden hand lives—your hand can be declared dead for the remainder of the game.

Developing the muscle memory to always use the flat top for exposures will protect your hand from being disqualified.

In the heat of the game, don’t forget to speak up! You must verbally call for any discarded tile you wish to claim for a...
04/16/2026

In the heat of the game, don’t forget to speak up!

You must verbally call for any discarded tile you wish to claim for an exposure or Mahjong. Clear communication keeps the game fair for everyone and prevents confusion at the table, especially when multiple people may be eyeing the same discard.

In our format, the first Charleston is required, but the second is entirely optional. While the second round can help yo...
04/15/2026

In our format, the first Charleston is required, but the second is entirely optional. While the second round can help you build a stronger hand, remember that it also eats into your 60-minute round time. BUT a better-built hand at the beginning can make for a faster win overall.

If your initial tiles are strong, consider skipping the second Charleston to get to the “pick-and-discard” phase faster. Evaluate the trade-off between hand development and the clock for every game!

We are officially using the 2026 NMJL Card for this event! Every player needs to have a valid card present and on displa...
04/14/2026

We are officially using the 2026 NMJL Card for this event!

Every player needs to have a valid card present and on display throughout all three rounds of the tournament. While we hope everyone receives theirs in time, please reach out if you haven’t yet received yours - a limited amount is available through The Lucky Sparrow. Familiarizing yourself with the new hand patterns now will prevent game hesitation and lead to tournament confidence!

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