St. Thomas Curling Club Hosts National Championships by Peri Hayes Ellen Luft and Peter Inch of the St. Thomas Curling Club prepare for the upcoming Curling Club National Championships. Peter is Chair of the Championships, while Ellen is co-chair of the Championships and the ongoing President of the Club. In exciting news, this is the local club’s first time Championship hosting since 2002. Prior to this national event, teams from across the country playdown in their respective province in both men’s and women’s brackets. Later this month, the triumphant teams in these categories will travel to the charming St. Thomas Curling Club on Parkside Drive for the eagerly awaited grand finale. “We are very excited to be bringing in some of the best (non- professional) Canadian players,” Ellen enthuses. This action-packed tournament will begin on November 21st with teams arriving on the 20th, and their final game and banquet will be celebrated on the 28th. Ellen and Peter voice their appreciation for Giant Tiger’s sponsorship, as well as for their partnership with the Holiday Inn Express & Suites -- offering accommodations to athletes adventuring from out of town. Peter earnestly expresses, “We are looking forward to showing off the City of St. Thomas and our Club, which we’re very proud of. In bringing families and friends to the area, we aim to strengthen the economic impact.” Utilizing the Club’s six sheets of ice, teams of four will compete in a round-robin style tournament with three or four draws per day. The bar will be open, the bleachers will be available, and lunch and dinner will be for sale. “With our ramp and washroom,” Peter cheerfully voices, “the Club is now accessible.” Along with
celebrating their refreshed lounge space, these are updates which the local Curling Club has been passionate about bringing to fruition -- with emphasis on ensuring an accessible space for all. The Championships are open to the public for the following prices: $5.00 to attend one game, $10.00 for a three-draw day, $15.00 for a four-draw day, or $50.00 to attend the entire event. For this, card and cash are accepted. These monetary contributions are directly funnelled into the Club through building funds and supporting their Junior Curling. There will also be a Silent Auction with online bidding, featuring local products and national curling memorabilia. The St. Thomas Curling Club was built on its current site in 1956, and has continued to develop over the years for improved hospitality. Curating a warm and welcoming atmosphere is their priority, as they graciously accept members of all ages to enjoy the sport of curling. Their season operates from October 1st until April 15th. Email wecurl@stthomascurlingclub.com with inquiries, and explore the stthomascurlingclub.com website to learn more.
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