Ice A: Glen Austin vs Jerry Jensen. WIN for Austin. No Red Bum Award here, this one was close most of the way with good shots being made by both sides. But in the end, the Jensen crew were forced into second place. Newer curler, Wendy Smith played in the vice position last night. I believe it was her first time. On several occasions, Wendy rose to the occasion as she made some tough shots that were asked of her. No small task when you are new to a back end position. It's the "Like A Rock" Award for her. Bob Seger sends his regards.
Ice B: Hailey Horton vs Michel Rivard. WIN for Rivard. With Michel conspicuously absent, it was Ron Forest at the helm and leading his team to a win. But they did not run away with it...the juniors stayed with them and forced some good shots to be made. However, in the end, the Rivard rink prevailed. In case you don't know Ron Forest, he is a longtime member of the BRCC. He is another of those BRCC mainstays that has given so much of himself to the BRCC over the years, that the BRCC will never be out of his debt. Ron curls in the Thursday Mens and is one of the main ice guys at the club, spending most mornings there working on the ice and helping to maintain the club. Much of what he does is not readily noticeable if you are looking for him, because he is usually there when most others are not. However, when you walk on the ice and play a game (or practice), his presence becomes known at once. The ice has been fantastic all season long and it is due to Ron's efforts, as well as others, that we can enjoy such excellent curling conditions. So, it's the "You've Got A Friend" Award for him. It's enough to make James Taylor try a slide.
Ice C: Ryan Hagger vs Andrew Roberts. TIE GAME. This one stayed close the whole way through and that's all you can ask when you are looking for an exciting game. It's awesome when close games happen...it draws everyone into the game. Blowouts can be boring but never close games. Ask Natalie Bray, she plays lead for the Hagger crew. Natalie is relatively new to curling but she enjoys getting out there and playing a game. It's the "Can't Stop Me Now" Award for her. I'm sure Rod Stewart would have to agree.
Ice D: Craig Roberts vs Dan McMillan. WIN for McMillan. The McMillan crew always have game and they are a tough team to beat. Not surprising really, this squad is comprised of seasoned players who are good at curling. One of the team members is Mary Shamas. Mary has had a love affair with the Roaring game for a number of years now and she finds the time to play despite a very busy schedule. I would have to consider Mary to be a fellow curling chronic. She plays as much as she can and she likes to attend the bigger events and watch live, and I have no doubt that she watches alot of TV curling. So, it's the "My First, My Last, My Everything" Award for her. It's enough to make Barry White quit croonin' and start curlin'!
Ice B (Late): Bob Villeneuve vs Gator Fortin. WIN for Villeneuve. The Villeneuve squad continue to be a tough crew to contend with in this league. Tough night for the Fortin squad but they don't mind, they come to have fun and that's the bottom line. And this Fortin crew knows how to enjoy themselves...they do it week in and week out, year in and year out. What an awesome squad...everyone likes to play against them...win or lose, there will definitely be some laughs. It's the "We're Here For A Good Time" Award for this foursome. It could be that this crew was what Trooper had in mind when they wrote this tune!
Ice C: Lucy Ann Trudeau vs Joanna Hammond. WIN for Hammond. Full marks to the Hammond rink, because they knocked off a tough customer. Yes, the Trudeau rink is comprised of some good players so for Team Hammond to pull out a convincing win is a feat. Good job by these guys and gals. You know, hats off to Joanna Hammond. She plays Tuesdays with the Juniors and Mondays with a newer team. If any of these players on either night catch her enthusiasm for the game, they'll be hooked for life. If you have ever played against Joanna, you will know she is totally into the game and steadily learning. Here is another player just full of potential and completely focused. It's the "In The Mood" Award for her. It's enough for Glenn Miller to toss his conducting baton and grab a Balance Plus brush (with an EQ head of course).
So that's it. Another Monday night over. TV curling will resume this weekend on TSN as the Pretrials will be broadcast on the 9th and 10th. Check out the TSN curling schedule for the times.
Rock On!
The Curling Chronic
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