The Spirit of Curling

The Spirit of Curling refers to the respect curlers show — not only to one another, but also to the sport itself.

Curling is a sport in which the rules are designed to ensure that things are done properly and that the spirit of the game is respected. It combines the best of athletic competition with traditional values of sportsmanship and fair play.

Curlers pursue victory while maintaining the utmost respect for their opponents, the rules, and the traditions of the game. Fair play is prioritized over winning at any cost. A curler who breaks a rule is expected to disclose that violation — the responsibility for fair play rests with the players themselves, not the officials.

Good sportsmanship governs conduct both on and off the ice. After every game, it is tradition for the winning team to buy the first round for the losing team in the warm room. This tradition — the handshake, the acknowledgment, the shared drink — is as much a part of curling as the stones themselves.

At Broomstones, we take the Spirit of Curling seriously. It is reflected in how we welcome new members, how our leagues are run, and how our community treats one another.

Source: World Curling Federation — Rules of Curling, Preamble