The winners of the Cornwall Curling Award have been announced

Cornwall, Ontario – The Cornwall Curling Center held its annual awards in early April, marking the culmination of the 23/24 curling season. The event, held at the center’s headquarters, gathered over 150 members for a night of celebration.

Bill Sobering, who was named Curler of the Year, was amazed. “I was very surprised. I had no idea I was being considered,” Sobering said. He recounted his journey with a new men’s team, an 8-ender achievement and a cherished win with his sons in the Open Men’s Bonspiel.

Spirit of Curling Award winner Janice Sobering expressed her gratitude for the recognition. “It’s an honor to be recognized by your fellow curlers for doing something you love,” she said, noting her volunteer work and coaching efforts.

Josette Leduc, awarded Member of the Year, reflected on her deep involvement in the club. “It was a surprise to learn that people noticed my involvement in various aspects of the club,” noted Leduc, detailing his extensive volunteer work and leadership roles over the years.

Cornwall Curling Club President Robert Mahon emphasized the importance of the awards ceremony. “Having the event on the closing night allows us to honor the award recipients in person, in front of members and peers,” said Mahon, adding that the evening coincides with the Bonspiel Tournament.

The awards ceremony recognized several other notable winners. Mairen Fleming was celebrated as Youth Curler of the Year. Team Baker of Micheline Baker, Marie-Claude Comeau, Kate MacDonald and Cindy Charlebois won the Tuesday Night Women’s Competitive League, while Team McLean of Neil McLean, Jim Lamoureux, DJ Zeran and Terry Robertson won Wednesday Night LVB Men’s title.

The Thursday Night Mixed League Champions were Team McDonald including Scott McDonald, Pam Lalonde, Robert Mahon and Martine Pilon. Cameron Wright, Thomas Bray, Liam Cumming and Evan Walker were named in the Competitive Youth Team of the Year.

Other honorees included William Gibbons for Youth Steve Smith Dedication to Curling, Kaleb Johnson and Ellie Dupuis as Most Improved Youth Curlers, Tenley Churchill for Youth Spirit of Curling, Dena Rozon for Day Ladies – Spirit of Curling, Pierre Lyonnais and Garry Pilon as Senior Men Day – Rookie of the Year and Spirit of Curling respectively.

The evening also celebrated emerging talent such as Carole Duchesne and Dan Roy, recognized as the Women’s and Men’s Rookies of the Year, respectively. As the curling season draws to a close, Cornwall Curling is looking forward to its next event, the Italian Banquet Fundraiser with live music by the County Lads, scheduled for Saturday 11th May. More information about the Cornwall Curling Center can be found on their website at www. cornwallcurling.ca.