A graphic calendar of CURLSASK events coming up in August 2026.

CURLSASK is getting ready for the 2026-2027 season beginning with these events in August.

U SPORTS introduces flexible transfer pathway for student-athletes U SPORTS introduces flexible transfer pathway for student-athletes

University student-athletes who wish to transfer schools and remain eligible for competition in USports winter varsity programs (including #curling) in 2026-2027 have until tomorrow, April 15, to submit their transfer application.

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Very pleased to appear on Bill Tschirhart’s A Pane in the Glass podcast this week… naturally with brushing on the menu. Available on Apple podcasts and various other channels.

A preliminary investigation into knifing - Throwing Rocks On the afternoon of February 19, 2026 I met with Sean Maw and his research team from the University of […]

New post: A preliminary investigation into knifing #curling #brushing #knifing #squidge #stones

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Delivery analysis clinic - Guelph Curling Club - 15 March 2026 - Throwing Rocks Throwing Rocks Consulting Services Ltd plans to offer a delivery analysis clinic at the Guelph Curling Club on Sunday, March […]

Throwing Rocks Consulting Services Ltd will offer a delivery analysis clinic on Sunday, 15 March 2025 between 6:15pm and 8:15pm at the Guelph Curling Club. #curling #delivery #coaching

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Recently-arrived Leonardo pens from Italy: a limited edition Momento Zero Grande “Ocean Breeze” in <F>, and two Momento Zero GT’s with cursive italic <F> nibs: “Clouds” and “Lava e Cenere”. The former two inked with Diamine Majestic Blue and the latter in Faber-Castell Stone Grey. All are amazing.

The use of technology and AI in curling - Throwing Rocks The header image for this post is a photograph of Randy Park, a practicing engineer from Hamilton, and Randy’s portable […]

New post: The use of technology and AI in curling. #curling #technology #machinelearning #analytics

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Calibrating the CurlSmart instrumented brush - Throwing Rocks Frequently, the athletes that I work with on brushing – over 550 since the 2014-2015 season – complain about the […]

New post: Calibrating the CurlSmart instrumented brush #curling #brushing #training #practice

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The physics of curling - with Sean Maw, University of Saskatchewan - Throwing Rocks This past week, my friend and research colleague Sean Maw, who is the Jerry G. Huff Chair in Innovative Teaching […]

New post: The Physics of Curling with Sean Maw, PhD, PEng, University of Saskatchewan. #curling #physics #brushing

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Announcement: Proposed merger of Curling Ontario, Northern Ontario Curling Association, and Ontario Curling Council! This unified provincial sport organization aims to enhance growth and administration in curling across the province.

Nonetheless, the additional length can be very helpful to taller players who struggle with keeping their upper arm in a good bio-mechanical position with a shorter handle. Moreover, with a 20mm inside diameter, the Velocity fits lots of different brush heads including Hardline and Performance.

I think many curlers are unaware that Asham’s sells their Velocity prismatic handles in both 48- and 54-inch lengths. The 54-inch can be very helpful for tall players who, say, are over 6’ 2”. Regrettably they do not come with a grip coating, and are not 100% carbon fibre. 1/2

A Case Study with Scoring Metrics - Throwing Rocks A look at the 2025 OUA Women’s University Curling Championships In my previous article I outlined some basic curling scoring […]

New post: A Case Study with Scoring Metrics. #curling #analytics #strategy

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2 Girls and a Game: Season 11 Episode 9 It’s the final 2G Scotties preview – with video and images

NEW @2girlsandagame.bsky.social episode in its entirety – another 2G provincial title, their final STOH preview, new brushing rules and so much more – with video

#curling #podcast #SoundUp 👇

Sweeping Technique Policy Explainer YouTube video by World Curling

Here is the anticipated video explanation from World Curling to explain the interpretation of the new brushing rules announced this week. #curling #brushing #knifing

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Statement on World Curling Updated Sweeping Technique Policy | Curl BC World Curling has recently announced an Updated Sweeping Technique Policy. Full policy details are available here: https://worldcurling.org/2026/01/sweeping-technique-policy/ Curl BC received an updat...

Yesterday, CurlBC issued a statement regarding World Curling's recent announcement of rule changes to #brushing for forthcoming events, including the Olympics.

From their statement I expect further clarification on the new rules and an announcement from Curling Canada.

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A dining room table set for Christmas dinner.

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World Curling introduces Sweeping Technique Policy World Curling, in consultation with the World Curling Athlete Commission, has introduced a new Sweeping Technique Policy aimed at determining the acceptable effects of sweeping and removing sweeping t...

World Curling announces rule changes for brushing prior to 2026 Olympics #curling #knifing

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Hammer efficiency, steal defence, and other metrics - Throwing Rocks In addition to player and team shooting statistics, which are often displayed on curling TV telecasts, another set of statistics […]

New post: Hammer efficiency, steal defence, and other metrics. #curling #analytics #strategy

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A wonderful first Christmas with my new grandson. I gave him these authentic Asham two-tone leather shoes. In return his parents gave me this children’s curling book, complete with crinkly pages for infants and toddlers, from Purple Potato Books (on Etsy). Adorable!

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I still do!

Echomart Essentials, Hastings Noble Private Wealth (RBC Dominion Securities), Gowling WLG, Highness, TVD Professional Corporation, TapRoom 260, and Hardline.

Many thanks to Stu Sells for sponsoring the Brantford Nissan Classic this weekend. Team Lovitt is grateful to their sponsors for permitting us to play this season: Bondi Distillery (Coco Rum), GVE Lawyers in Ottawa, Trevor Marsh at Assante Wealth Management, Collin Johnson at The Co-operators, 1/2

No argument from me.

True of course. But I have many friends who love the Christmas season and usually put up their trees in late November. To me that’s okay. But before Remembrance Day is a solid no.

Not before Remembrance Day. That’s my line in the sand.

Why bunny-hop brushing may not be the advantage you think it is - Throwing Rocks This article describes a brushing tactic called "bunny-hop" that is used by some curling teams in an attempt to generate additional vertical force.

New post: Why bunny-hop brushing may not be the advantage you think it is.

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