This week the guys chat about the differences in the strategies you see on teevee compared to what is advisable in your regular leagues. What parts of strategy can you incorporate from the top levels and which ones should you leave the pros?
They also chat about the Pan Continental Curling Championship, which kicks off on Sunday, and the news that Curling Canada is still looking for a title sponsor for next year's Olympic Trials.
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This week Sean and Scott welcome Tammy Moyer and Courtney Shaw from the Potamac Curling Club to discuss the return of the Glitter Bombspiel. We talk about the importance of the Bombspiel, the level of competition, and creating inclusive spaces for the LGBTQ2+ community in curling.
Registration opens on July 5 here: https://curldc.org/eventPage.php/glitter-bombspiel-2022
Follow them on Twitter: @curldc & @GlttrBombspiel
Visit the Wine Counrtry Curling Club here: https://winecountrycurlingclub.com/bonspiels/
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In this episode, Sean and Scott talk about all the recent news in the world of curling. They talk about the postponement of the Canada Cup, how that will shape the season, and whether this will lead to changes for the Scotties and Brier. They also talk about local curling facilities announcing their plans for the season and the resulting financial implications for the sport.
In this episode, Sean and Scott are joined by Doug (aka Curling Geek) to discuss Curling Canada's Return to Play Guidelines. They talk about the practicality of physical distancing in curling, the financial implications for clubs, and whether there will be curling in clubs this winter.
In this episode, Sean and Scott talk with Maegan Hough, a league convenor at the Ottawa Curling Club. Maegan talks about the challenges of being a convenor, setting game schedules, and enforcing league rules. They also discuss the role of volunteers at clubs, the best and worst parts of running a league, and recap their season.
Sean and Scott kick around a few ideas on how to play faster at curling clubs in order to maximize your curling time!
In this episode, Sean and Scott talk about the past weekend of curling, including another win for Team Einarson, Team Carruthers winning in Toronto, and a breakthrough for Kira Brunton. They also talk about Anna Hasselborg and Nik Edin getting wins in Europe. They finish by talking about what they are thankful for in the world of curling.
In this episode, Sean and Scott break down all the news from the world of curling. They talk about Elite 10 wins for Brad Gushue and Anna Hasselborg, other tour events from this weekend, and the news of Canada's mixed doubles team for the second leg of the Curling World Cup. They also break down the Curling Canada AGM, including its financial report, ratings, and whether the current model for elite curling is sustainable.
In this episode, Sean and Scott talk about the action this past weekend, including big wins for Teams Einarson and Scheidegger, before breaking down the toughest shots to make for club curlers.
In this episode, Sean and Scott talk about the Baden Masters before simulating a season of Survivor with Canada's top curling teams. They break down who gets voted out & who wins, thus becoming the official Game of Stones team for the 2018-2019 season.
In this episode, Sean and Scott try to escape the stifling summer heat by talking about activities for curlers in the summer.
In this episode, Sean and Scott break down each position on a curling team and discuss the skills and personality traits that are required to thrive in each spot.
In this episode Sean and Scott discuss the pros and cons of playing in club bonspiels. They look at everything from ice conditions to food to costs as they break down the world of weekend curling warriors.
In this episode, Sean and Scott offer some suggestions for rule changes that could improve the sport. This includes rules for everyone from club curlers to world champions.
In this episode, Sean and Scott rank the elements that make a good curling club. They talk about the ice, lounge, locker rooms, parking, beer selection, people, and more.