One such tale recalls an early bonspiel when Waite, then just a young player, found himself on Don Anderson’s team in the finals against a team led by renowned curler Alfie Phillips. “We’ve got a little biter, and so Phillips makes a draw,” Waite recalls. “Halfway down, it picks and goes sideways. So, we win. But Don walks out, kicks the rock back to Alfie, and says, ‘We don’t want to win that way.’ Alfie threw it through the house on purpose. He didn’t want to win that way either.”
the 1920s. The exhibit also showcases curling stones used by A.E. Ponsford at the 1910 Winnipeg Bonspiel, offering a tangible connection to the early days of these sports. Curated by Maddy Howard, who has taken over the role from Mike since his retirement, the exhibit is a blend of history and community pride. Howard has expertly assembled artifacts from the museum’s collection and borrowed items from local sports figures, ensuring that Power & Precision is a celebration of past achievements and an inspiration for future generations of golfers and curlers. Whether you’re a seasoned player or a newcomer to these sports, the exhibit offers a unique opportunity to explore the heritage of golf and curling in Elgin County. As the leaves change and the seasons shift, the Elgin County Heritage Centre provides a warm and welcoming space to reflect on the power and precision that have defined these beloved sports for over a century.
A highlight of the exhibit is the Malahide Medal, a curling award competed for annually since 1865, making it the oldest curling prize in Canada. Teams from London, Aylmer, and St. Thomas have vied for this prestigious medal for over a century and a half, and its presence in the exhibit serves as a testament to the enduring tradition of curling in the region. The golf side of the exhibit is equally compelling, featuring the Gilbert Medal, first awarded in 1906, and clubs used by the St. Thomas Golf & Country Club’s first pro, Tom Pullen Sr., in
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