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Issue 09 - October 2019 YOUR CONTENT
03 A word from our CEO
04 Future Leaders
06 What's on October
08-9 Around the Rinks
11 Staying safe on Ice
14 Inclusive Curling
16 Coaching and Dev Conference
18 Umpire Refresher
22 Matt Murdoch Foundation
A WORD FROM OUR CEO
Welcome to our interactive Your Curler magazine.
Curling is the world's fastest growing winter sport according to the president of the World Curling Federation. More new countries are becoming members of the WCF and new ice rinks are being built around the globe to meet rising demand in new territories. The fan base is growing and the sport is reaching more audiences through TV and online web- streaming all over the world and particularly in the Far East.
In Scotland over the last four years we saw record numbers of people play curling through our TryCurling, curlingscool and CurlFest programmes along with significant recruitment drives at local ice rinks. However the number of members we have has been falling for over a decade. So what can we all do to change the trend and as well as introduce lots of people to the sport, how do we help them feel welcomed and become regular players who fall in love with curling and get involved in their local clubs? We have been addressing these challenges and devising new campaigns and benefits for our members which will be rolled out over the coming season.
Scottish Curling launched its new four year strategic plan 2019-2023 after it was approved by the board of Directors in the spring. The key objectives are to create opportunities that bring new people to the sport, provide services that our members need, retain members as active curlers and support our facility partners with maintaining venues that can sustain the sport in future.
One way that we have sought to increase membership has been through the hosting of high profile World Curling events. The last in our series of four events in four seasons is the World Men's Curling Championship which we are delivering in partnership with Glasgow Life, from 28 March - 5 April 2020 in the Emirates Arena in Glasgow. The WMCC is the blue riband event in the annual international calendar and this will be the first year at which Olympic points for Beijing 2022 are to be awarded to the competing nations, so the stakes are high. The 13 best national teams will be fiercely competitive,a nd we've been working hard to bring you an event to remember for ever. Information about the event and tickets can be seen at www.wmcc2020.com. There is an early bird offer for Scottish Curling members, however this will be ending soon, so our best advice is purchase your tickets as soon as you can!
In a quick Google search I discover that snowshoeing and snowboarding also claim to be the world's fastest growing winter sport at different times over recent years. So regardless of what's happening on a world scale we all need to introduce one person to curling, get them to have a go and join a club and then we will all be supporting our local ice rinks and helping to keep the doors open, the floor cold and the welcome warm.
Bruce Crawford CEO
Future Leaders 2019/20 We are delighted to announce the new band of Scottish Curling Future Leaders have been chosen after a summer time recruitment process. The programme is moving into its second year after winning acclaim from sportscotland for being a model of good practice.
Scottish Curling Development team staff presented, along with Future Leader Faye McInnes, at the sportscotland Grampian Regional Networking Event to other national governing body representatives and Active Schools colleagues.
The programme aims to: •Bring a youthful voice to Scotland’s Curling community and its decision making body’s •Develop the Young People’s skill set for the world of work through setting individual goals, supported by a Scottish Curling staff mentor •Foster a team ethic through setting collective goals
The new intake is:
Holly Davis – Murrayfield Becky Culverwell – Murrayfield Kyle McLain – Borders Leo Heggie – Dumfries Jennifer Castle-Anderson – Aberdeen Archie Rawson – Dundee
The newbies will benefit from a four month crossover period with the original Future Leaders, as well as benefiting from staff mentors as they are assigned a SC member of staff to work with in an area they have indicated they wish to gain experience in.
WHAT'SWHAT'S ON:ON:
AROUNDAROUND THETHE RINKSRINKS
STRANRAERSTRANRAER
History was made at Stranraer Ice Rink Curling Club when Maureen Parker became the first female President of the club, it comes fifty years to the day when her father Bob Grierson was elected the Club's first President.
Maureen who has previously held the position of Ladies President and chair of the coaching and development committee said it was an honour to be named as President for the club’s 50th year celebrations.
Maureen was brought up in the curling world as her father and mother Bob and Betty Grierson both held President titles in the Royal Caledonian Curling Club.
Maureen said that when she returned to Stranraer in 1984 after being away at college she started curling again, and has done ever since.
Having been a coach for over 20 years she has coached Bobbie Lammie, Vicki Chalmers, Naomi Brown, Robyn Munro and Niall Ryder.
Maureen says:
''I have already have ideas for my year as President like focusing on youth, reintroducing the sport to the people of Stranraer and preparing for the club’s 50th celebrations...''
Report by Jim Ryder
BRAEHEADBRAEHEAD
Congratulations to Glasgow Young Curlers, the newest junior club to be formed, after the merger of Braehead Rockers and Braehead Young Curlers. We wish everyone involved the very best with this new (old) venture! Many well known faces attended the launch of the new entity on Friday 27th of September, who had once been part of the original Glasgow Young Curlers...
“Its fantastic to see the relaunch of GYCC” - Leslie Ingram Brown, Former President of RCCC
“Hope that the new GYCC are as successful as the original Club, with many Scottish and European Champions” Ken Horton, Former Scottish Men's Champion
Thanks to our sponsors Clinical Start Up solutions and Foxglide not forgetting Sarah Fossey from Daisy Daisy Cakes for a fab cake.
The committee of Louise Bacon, Paula Harkins, Joe Ferrie, Dominic Ferrie Andrew Cromar, Gregor Law, Blair Mackenzie and Seona Crawford who worked so hard to bring this all together.
Couldn’t have been done without the help and drive of Alan Hannah and Scott Martin from Braehead Intu.
Report by Carol Crawford
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INCLUSIVEINCLUSIVE CURLINGCURLING UPDATEUPDATE
WHEELCHAIRWHEELCHAIR CURLINGCURLING COACHINGCOACHING COURSECOURSE Twenty coaches gathered at the National Curling Academy on Friday 13th September for a packed day with Sheila Swan, British Curling Paralympic Head coach. Full of insight gleaned from her experience at various international competitions, it opened our eyes to the demands placed on performance teams.
Sheila demystified classification so that coaches were able to help curlers understand a bit more about the Paralympic/WCF eligibility rules. video explaining classification
She then outlined the ‘What it takes to win’ model and focussed on the ‘SWaT’ approach – it’s all about correct straight, weight and turn. She then demonstrated how the use of simple technology can replicate some of what the elite athletes use in profiling and analysing shots. Robin Brydone, Pathway Coaching Assistant, demonstrated some of the high tech features available to athletes at the NCA.
Throughout the day, the emphasis was put on consistency – including stone and chair line-up. These things require no advanced knowledge or techniques and can make a real difference, as was demonstrated through video analysis.
Sheila also explained the need for physical fitness; most people were amazed at the sheer number of hours the curlers have to put in whilst at international competitions, including the incredibly early starts and late finishes. Ways to encourage curlers to be more active were discussed.
Whilst it was a day for coaches to really up their skills and knowledge, all the techniques used with elite athletes can be adapted and put into practice in the club situation. Hopefully, this day gave coaches some real confidence to improve the levels of all their curlers, whatever their goals and aspirations.
INCLUSIVEINCLUSIVE CURLINGCURLING UPDATEUPDATE
WHEELCHAIRWHEELCHAIR CURLINGCURLING COACHINGCOACHING COURSECOURSE Some of the feedback received:
"Though I have coached wheelchair curling for over 10 years, I still found all aspects of the course extremely helpful."
"Best course I have attended. Covered topics explaining things you have heard about previously but didn't really know what they were. Presented in a relaxed and informal manner but got the point over. Sheila was enthusiastic and very very good."
100% of participants who responded with feedback said they would recommend it to others
Main learning from the course as reported by participants: Delivery technique Camera and plum lines
Emphasising the importance of the setup. Going to spend more time in coaching sessions making sure stone and person is exactly lined up.
Different deliveries / what to look for in wheelchair delivery/fault finding and correction/pathway. all were excellent
Article on Sheila's coaching journey Podcast from Sheila on coaching Sheila's top 3 coaching tips video
It was great to see five coaches who are also wheelchair users on the course, tailored help is available if you have a disability or impairment and feel that you want a little more support to access a coaching course, please contact [email protected]
SCOTTISHSCOTTISH CURLINGCURLING COACHINGCOACHING ANDAND DEVELOPMENTDEVELOPMENT CONFERENCECONFERENCE
This year’s Coaching and Development conference organised by Fiona Harfield and Iain Stewart provided lots of opportunities to learn from experienced speakers and each other.
The now traditional bacon roll provided a great start to the day where curlers were able to catch up at the start of the season. Hugh Templeton, the convener of the coaching committee, opened the conference by welcoming everyone and introducing Nick Rennie, the new Head of Development.
The first speaker, Fraser Johnston, Scottish Cycling Regional Development Officer told us of his inspiring journey of involvement in sports from high school pupil, through various setbacks both professional and personal to a couple of projects of which he is rightly very proud. Some of the ways he developed the Falkirk Junior Bike club had great relevance for curling clubs, as he described how to engage parents and young people in volunteering and coaching.
Fraser biography News article about Fraser's work Cycling without Age
Silver Olympic medallist and now Mixed Doubles specialist, Scott Andrews, led an on-ice session with drills for sweeping and shot weight, enabling people to use the timing gates to build consistency. Iain Jamieson demonstrated some of the on- and off- ice activities which are used at the successful Dumfries Curling’s Cool programme, with the emphasis on having fun in the initial sessions.
British Curling Paralympic Coach and former World Champion Sheila Swan gave some insights from her work with the Silver medal-winning team and her career as a curler. The main message was the consistency of set up and focus on the process, rather than just the outcome of the shot. She introduced curlers to simple technology to help them analyse the delivery. Her message was relevant to curlers of all levels and hopefully coaches can use some of the tips picked up.
Fiona gave an overview of the busy 18/19 season, showing good numbers of coaches completing qualifications and revalidation. Details of all course dates arranged so far this season can be found here. Scottish Curling Course dates
Nick Rennie, Head of Development gave an update on the World Men’s Curling Championships, and how to get involved. A helpline number is available for those having issues with the volunteer process. Volunteer hotline Glasgow life 0141 776 2352
Helen Kallow encouraged coaches to think about each individual’s ability, rather than focussing on the disability. Three coaches (Dottie Burt from Kinross, Sandra McIvor from Elgin and Harry Mitchell from Kirkcaldy) shared some of their individual experiences of work with a variety of disabled people; their enthusiasm and passion really shone through. Helen highlighted the resources available to support coaches, including the ICE award for disabled curlers, with a pack given to each rink.
Iain introduced Kevin Somerville and the partnership work in Dumfries. Even although Kevin was unable to be there in person, his recorded presentation gave lots of information and could provide inspiration for similar projects around the country.
Hamilton Ice rink again provided a great central location and lovely catering. We hope to see you next year.
What people liked about the day (quotes from feedback) • Meeting with other coaches and discussing how they coach, also learning new ideas • New ideas, differing methods • meeting new people learning how others coach with emphasis on making it enjoyable and the simple things that can add to this • Networking opportunity is invaluable • On ice drills and techniques • Bacon rolls • Sharing of best practice • Getting ideas – the Dumfries initiative both on & off ice. Fraser’s inspirational talk. On & off ice drills. (Dis)ability awareness.
Umpire Refresher day 2019
This year was the 10th annual event of the Umpire Refresher Day.
It was held in Hamilton on Saturday 14 September and was attended by over 40 umpires. The day was jammed packed with on ice and off ice elements. There were guest speakers, competitions, updates, exercises in measuring and rankings and of course bacon rolls to start the day!
Umpiring Committee convenor and Scottish Curling Chairperson Graham Lindsey, started proceedings by welcoming everyone to Hamilton and to the 10th Umpire Refresher day and introducing the newest members to the committee, Kaye Paterson and Elaine Spain. New staff members, Nick Rennie, Head of Development and Elaine Spain, Competitions Coordinator provided brief updates on their roles within Scottish Curling and how they look to support the umpiring committee and officials in the season head. An Officials’ update from the Workforce Development Manager, Fiona Harfield and a rules and WCF congress update from Graham Lindsey followed.
The rest of the morning saw the familiar and challenging ranking scenario in the ‘Tea Time Teaser’ led by Robin Turner, ‘Who You Gonna Call’ led by Elaine Spain and group scenarios facilitated by Kay Paterson, Colin Melrose, Brian Yeats, Pat Edington, Marion Malcolm, Trevor Dodds, David Imlay, John McGowan, James Gibb and Dor Borthwick.
Without doubt the highlight of the day was the guest speaker, Sarah Wilson, FIH and international Olympic hockey umpire who gave an insightful, amusing and motivational talk on the everyday challenges that face umpires regardless of the sport. Sarah’s key messages were the need and importance of communicating and relationship building with athletes. Currently ranked number one in the world Sarah has just been selected to umpire at the Tokyo Olympic Games and we wish her every luck and success!
After lunch everyone went on ice to practice measuring and bring themselves up to speed before the start of the season. The facilitators once again led them all through laser and block measures, biters and micrometres, multi measures and guess the measure. Once back inside and warmed up the winner of the infamous Caption Competition was announced and to mark Eoin McCrossan and Alan Stanfield’s absence what better than to choose a photo of them! Ann-Maree Davidson’s caption deserved first place and a box of chocolates.
Graham closed the day and recognised the great work the facilitators had done throughout the day and the outstanding effort and support of ranking expert Robin Turner and IT guru Graeme Prophet, who sit on the Umpire Refresher Day steering group. Without the help of every one of these fantastic people the day simply wouldn’t exist. THANK YOU.
We shall see you all next year!
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The first Asham U21 Slam of the season at Greenacres saw some new teams and line-ups along with established teams play some great curling with Olympic stones.
With three sections in the Men’s competition, only the top teams were guaranteed a place in the Semi-Final. This was not straightforward as two sections had three teams tied on 2 wins a loss, showing how close the teams all are. The winners of section B (Morton) and Section C (Gallacher) were determined by the DSA (Draw Stone Average), Team Kinnear qualifying with an unbeaten record In Section A.
The fourth qualifier was not identified until after the last sectional game. Team R Craik took an early lead against Team Turner, who came back in the second half of the game but Ross secured a 1 in the last end to take the match. With a better DSA this put Team R Craik 2nd in Section A and ahead of S Carson in Section B.
There were some close games in the Women’s competition as teams fought back. Farmer and Mitchell were unbeaten but Robyn Mitchell and her team had to come back from 3-6 to bring the game level after 8 ends, going on to win the extra end against Team Boyd. Teams Al-Saffar and Findlay were second in their sections with 2 wins.
In the Semi-Finals, Team Kinnear took control with a 3 in the first end and did not allow Morton to score. Gallacher and R Craik started with a blank end before Hamish put a 1 on the board. Ross had a draw for 2 but was short and levelled the score. The next 4 ends went with hammer but Gallacher scoring 2s to Craik’s singles put Gallacher in the final.
In the Women’s Semi-Final, Farmer took an early lead and Findlay could not respond. Team Al- Saffar were first on the board but Team Mitchell came back with a 2. After taking 1s with hammer, Layla Al-Saffar took a 3 and a steal of 3 to secure her place in the final.
The Men’s Final started with a blank end then Callum Kinnear had a good draw to take a shot in the 2nd. An attempted runback by Hamish Gallacher in the 3rd left Kinnear with a single. In the 4th Gallacher’s draw was just at the back of the T allowing Kinnear to come and sit on. Gallacher was slightly wide and bounced passed to give Kinnear a 1. In the 5th Scott Hyslop drew the button but Kinnear took a double to sit 2. Gallacher skinnied passed the guard to lie. Kinnear took this away but bounced out leaving a draw to the 4 foot which was well managed by the sweepers.
Gallacher had a good double takeout in the 6th leaving 3 stones back of house but Kinnear played a good weight to split the stones out and stay for 1. In the 7th Kinnear removed the shot but bounced out leaving Gallacher with a draw for 1. Gallacher managed to set up a good end in the 8th to give keep the game alive. Callum went to take an opposition stone out but took his own and bounced out. Gallacher then removed the second shot and stayed. Facing 3 against, Callum Kinnear played a positive shot to remove 2 and win the game.
The women’s final started with Farmer taking a 2. Al-Saffar came back with a 1 in the 3rd but Farmer opted to keep hammer and blanked the 4th. In the 5th Farmer split the house. Al-Saffar drew to tap in her stone but give up a 1. In the 7th Beth attempted a takeout but nudged the opposition stone in. Layla drew for a 2. In the final end, Al-Saffar guards were placed and Farmer’s team removed them. Layla, lying 1 went to draw a 2nd in the house but was just too heavy. Handshakes were offered as she could not force an extra end.
The two games for 3rd and 4th place saw the eventual winners lose the first end, then take a large 2nd end. Neither held on to their advantage.
Team Findlay went ahead after taking a 4 in the 3rd. Team Mitchell took back a 1 then stole a 2 in the 5th before Kara Findlay drew the house to square the match. In the 7th Team Findlay could not find cover. Team Mitchell managed to hit and roll behind cover. With her final stone, Robyn Mitchell drew in for 4 and handshakes were offered.
Team Craik brought the score level at 4-4. After trading 1s, Ross Craik drew round a lot of guards to sit on the button, Morton could not get in and give up a 1. Morton had a chance to go ahead in the 7th but was short with his last draw to go into the last end level but without hammer. Fraser Morton and his team managed to control the front of the house and did not allow Team Craik in. An attempt to draw through a very narrow port did not come off and Morton took a 3 to win the match.
Women’s winner - Team Farmer (Nicola Joiner, Katie McMillan, Kirstin Bousie and Beth Farmer) Women’s runner-up – Team Al-Saffar, (Mollie Marley-Milligan, Karlyn Lyon, Lucy Blair and Layla Al-Saffar) Women’s 3rd Pace – Team Mitchell (Amy Mitchell, Holly Hamilton, Annabelle Hof, Karen Shepherd and Robyn Mitchell) Men’s winner - Team Kinnear (Matthew McKenzie, Robbie McCormack, Ryan McCormack and Callum Kinnear) Men’s runner-up – Team Gallacher (Jack Carrick, Angus Bryce, Scott Hyslop and Hamish Gallacher) Men’s 3rd Pace – Team Morton (Callum Glen, Rory Desmond, Conner Wilkie-Milne, and Fraser Morton)
In the next edition we'll have reports from the next U21 Slam at Murrayfield, the first U14 Slam at Forfar, the Senior Mixed Champs, European Playdowns and the World Mixed from Aberdeen - a very busy issue!
Five years on from the formation of the Matt Murdoch Curling Foundation, we speak to his daughter, and Coach for Team Muirhead Nancy Smith about the evolution of the brand, and her hopes for the future.
‘’The foundation was established 5 years ago after dads passing. Some fellow Rotarians and my mum came up with the idea. There were some funds raised at the funeral, so we came up with the initiative to give young curlers an opportunity across the pond, which Dad was always so keen to do’’
Over the last 5 years 10 juniors have been out to the camp.
So, What does Nancy think has been the best experience for them?
‘’Travel, experiencing another culture, making connections with friends – all along the lines of the Rotarians; there’s also been a coach out as a chaperone in partnership with Scottish Curling which is so significant as we feel we are broadening the opportunity. We feel the group are our ambassadors; they present on Scottish Curling, and some of curling’s history at the camp which is in front of 100s of people. It's brilliant for their development and confidence.
''We are hoping that the exchange can come back the way, in future. Canada is a huge country to manage, but we have been fostering some good links over the last few years – with clubs and coaches.
''We’re looking for longevity, the amount of funds that are raised through bonspiels, raffles and tours are brilliant; people really want to give back to junior curling, the kids are coming back, and encouraging others. Of all the kids who apply get interviewed, they get a coaching experience at the academy which David’s ( Murdoch, National Coach and Nancy's brother) involved in too; cameras, high tech behind the scenes. Its so rewarding. People ask how I've got time but you make time we all love the sport!
We also have a great sponsor with Alan Mitchell from curling clothing brand Foxglide, who really understands what we are trying to do so our thanks go to him.
We are hoping to have a raffle this year – so any support is appreciated, if you can help please get in touch; have a look at our website for details.
Trillium Curling Camp 2019
CURLING IN POLAND AT THE MAZURY CURLING FESTIVAL, 2019
Vicky Gumley, Murrayfield, was one of 2 coaches selected to attend a curling festival in Poland over the summer, after the organisers reached out to us here at Scottish Curling.
Vicky was kind enough to provide a detailed report of her experience...
''Little did I know what being selected to go to Mazury Curling Festival would entail. Much fun, friendships and frustrations among a very full programme lasting over 10 days.
I have had so many moments that this will only reflect a small part.
Starting at the end of the Festival, the final two days are when the ice rink, which is home to the local ice hockey team, is open to the local people. Some come in every year for a come and try session and they spent most of their session enjoying short curling. Different ages of school children having fun and showing off their youthful balance, make up the other groups. I was grateful to have a Polish curler with me to help translate my instructions and a lot of fun was had.
Over the last 10 years of the Festival many well known and respected coaches and curlers have supported this event organised entirely by the tall, willowy and gentle Lukascz Janczar, a laidback former basketball player, now event organiser and curling enthusiast. He was as often on the ice in shorts and flip flops, other than curling shoes.
Over 100 participants come from all over Poland and range in age from 7 to 50 plus years and the ability is as diverse too. From beginner to Polish national level and the inclusion of a wheelchair team too.
With no regular curling here the only ice rink is used for the local ice hockey team and skating. So all ice making equipment is transported to Gyzycko each year just for the festival. As well as all the equipment to be transported (the nearest regular ice facility is Gdansk nearly 200km away) also ice making staff have to come, most take their summer holidays from regular jobs to attend. This year’s ice makers were Michael Ko from Warsaw, who works in insurance, and Maxym Grzelka enjoying the long summer break before going to university to study.
Of course one of the upsides of a newer curling federation is that those competing with these challenging conditions not only demonstrate super enthusiasm, commitment, determination and resilience but there is also extreme talent lurking. I’m sure that we will see an upsurge in Polish success at European and ultimately global level and with the dedication of individuals such as Luckasz Polish curling stands a fair chance. The whole camp is single handily run (and although, on many levels, makes it easy to know who to ask for anything and everything) the event is a lot of plate spinning for one person.
The coaches attending this years’ camp became, after a relatively short time, a band of brothers whose goal of raising the level of each participant in an appropriate way the one constant. We focused on technical elements of delivery. Of course balance, line-up, release and power. There were games, video analysis, drills and sweeping. This year’s coaches were from Sweden, Canada, Poland and me and Bill Creevy from Scotland.
I had only met Bill fleetingly before our trip but I do feel that I have gained a new friend for life despite Bill’s trip being cut short by a severe slip while stepping onto the ice which resulted in a broken lower leg, fractured ankle and damaged tendon and a wound to the back of his head which needed stitches and forced Bill to wear a stocking bandage that made him look scarily gnome like. Joking apart I was both glad, relieved and extremely sad to see Bill depart home after only half of our 10 days.
It was full on schedule for the 5 days of coaching, followed by a 3 day competition and then another 2 days of coaching for the locals.
The on ice sessions were split into 4 ice session per day with each curler having 2 sessions daily of 3 ½ hours ice time. The coaches covering all sessions with very short breaks between groups and 7 hours of on ice coaching time. This I admit was a shock to the system and I was shattered the first few days and while the curlers partied at the Rubistok Taverna I found myself more concerned with the coaches planning meetings for the next day.
Not only did we have extensive on ice duties we were given an evening slot of 2 hours which we dedicated to team building and team communications.
As well as the 3 ½ hours daily ice time there was an anti-doping lecture, which caused a fair amount of discussion as to whether appropriate for the curlers there. No sessions were compulsory and the session was well attended with positive comments so I guess that speaks for itself.
My overall feeling as I left Poland on a flight from Warsaw - which is about 3 ½ hours’ drive through flat, rural and simple Poland hauling a fully laden trailer filled with one batch of stones, ice-king and other equipment - is one of complete satisfaction. I gave what I had to support the camp to the best of my ability and in addition I also have a tinge of envy for a country who is faced with such adversity and is giving our beloved sport all it can to make personal and national success a real prospect. The challenges they face only seem to spur them on.
I would love to see Polish coaches invited to coach on our Scottish Curling events to learn and share, which I believe would be mutually beneficial.
There is so much I have not touched on. The 36 teams that played in the tournament, the Polish national deaf team, the teams from other countries, the schools that came to try curling on the final days, the ice cream, the sunsets, the new friendships, the sore muscles the list really does go on and this is a festival of curling that I truly wish to go on and on.
Thank you Scottish Curling for selecting me to attend.''
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