​Stones, smiles, silver: Kincardine junior curlers sweep into 94-team super-sized provincials

The future of curling in Kincardine is looking brighter than a freshly-pebbled sheet of ice.

Three teams from the Kincardine Junior Curling program recently represented the community at the provincial championships, showcasing skill, determination, and plenty of small-town pride, against some of the top young curlers in Ontario.

Leading the charge was the Under-15 (U15) team of Madeline Hunter, Cooper Moffat, Allison Court, and Ethan Moriarty, who battled hard all weekend long to finish an impressive ninth place in the province.

Not to be outdone, the U12 squad, featuring Natalie Court, Tillie McLaughlin, Riley Bridge, and Chuck Newton, also delivered a strong performance, earning another ninth-place provincial finish.

But perhaps the biggest celebration came from Kincardine’s up-and-coming superstar U12 team, Quinn Drennan, Max Tibben, Kai Devine and Nate Grimstead, who brought home silver medals in the "C" Division after a thrilling championship run. Their smiling faces and silver hardware are sure to make local curling fans proud.



The Kincardine U12 junior curling team of Quinn Drennan (left), Max Tibben, Kai Devine and Nate Grimstead, with coach Eric Gravelle, brings home silver medals in the "C" division at the provincial championships

The success of the junior program is no accident. Behind every rock thrown and every sweeping victory, is an army of volunteers, supporters, and coaches helping young athletes thrive.

The members of the Kincardine Junior Curling program appreciate their sponsors, Framatome, Kincardine Legion, Dairy Queen, and Reactor Room, for their continued support of youth athletics in the community.

Program organizers also praised the incredible backing from the curling club board, club members, volunteers, and coaching staff, whose dedication has helped transform the junior program into one of the fastest-growing activities in town.

And that growth shows no signs of slowing down.

With participation exploding in recent seasons, the Kincardine Junior Curling program has quickly become a hot spot for young athletes looking to learn the game. Families are flocking to the club not only for the fun and friendships, but also for access to professional-level coaching that is helping local curlers compete — and succeed — on the provincial stage.

If this year’s results are any indication, Kincardine curling fans may want to start making room in the trophy case. The next generation is already sliding into the spotlight.