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Compact Slam schedule and Rock League campaign make for an unusual curling season
New broadcast deals and venue uncertainty are squeezing the season, with several Rock League dates and Grand Slam events still unresolved, organizers said.
- Uncertainty surrounds the Rock League calendar as The Curling Group faces venue confirmation issues, with the Scotiabank Centre unconfirmed for upcoming events. Scheduling conflicts with provincial and national playdowns compound the challenges.
- The Curling Group secured five-year broadcast deals with the CBC and Sportsnet, alongside a three-year ESPN agreement, to stabilize the series following mixed results since purchasing the Grand Slam of Curling in 2024.
- Athletes may struggle to balance Rock League commitments with national training requirements, though Curling Canada high-performance executive director David Murdoch claims "no concerns." He said, "I think there's scope there for everyone to figure this out quite easily."
- The series currently lacks a title sponsor, with only the Oct. 13-18 Co-op Invitational securing event sponsorship. Production responsibilities shifted under The Curling Group, leading to the departure of two longtime broadcasters.
- Many provincial playdowns and national championships, including the Scotties Tournament of Hearts and the Montana's Brier, conflict with current Rock League dates. This creates logistical challenges for competitors attempting to qualify for major events.
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Compact Slam schedule and Rock League campaign make for an unusual curling season
TORONTO - A curling season unlike any before it is underway as the sport's top teams prepare for the Grand Slam opener next month in Victoria.
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