The second half of the 100th anniversary celebrations took place at the Detroit Curling club November 10-12, 2017. The curlers from the Kitchener – Waterloo area came down by bus. It had been a number of years since a bus had been chartered. It was a relaxing way to travel, not having to worry about the driving. Our driver, Hannah did a great job. Many thanks to the crew who provided the lunch and beverages on the bus. The Detroit Curling club members hosted a fine weekend. The shuttle buses on Friday night to the hospitality location and to the dinner on Saturday night were much appreciated.
Many thanks to Ken Romanik and Matt Schumacher for taking pictures over the weekend. There are 2 videos: one from Fox Sports, the other is the choir.
Detroit Curling Club Attendees:
Alex Sanchez, Ben Duby, Bill Morris, Bob Kennedy, Bret Jackson, Chris Zahorec, Chuck Thomas Jr., Dallas Schneider, Damien Buchkowski, Dave Hesse, Dave Nelsen, Dave Turner, Dave Urbiel, Dick Leonard, Don Warthman, Duncan Whitmore, Frank Duffy, Gerry Tortorelli, Gordy Loud, Hugh Smith, Ian Smith, Jeff DeNeen, Jim Morris, Joe Bonfoey, Joe Livermore, Joe Mulheron, John Danckaert, Josh Lopez, Ken Romanik, Ken Zryd, Kevin Ingraham, Larry Aubuchon, Leroy Bliven, Mike Rogala, Nate Glitman, Nick Yambura, Pat Cannon, Pat Rouan, Pete Sylvain, Paul Badgero, Paul Carmouche, Paul Gaines, Rich Romano, Ron Boehmer, Sam Kilby, Scott Rogers, Steve Rietz, Tom Lowen
KW Granite and area Attendees:
Bob MacMillan, Brian Gleiser, Brett Dubrick, Cec Hofstetter, Dan Glendinning, Dave Cain, Don Fanstone, Don Sloat, Doug Adams, Gerry Dolff, Graham Wallbank, Herb Millard, Ian Anderson, Jim Dennison, Jim Renaud, Joe Buchanan, John MacDonald, John Martin, John Spencer, Kevin Bradley, Les Houston, Luc Cormier, Marcus Baker, Martin Verhoeven, Matt Schumacher, Norm Green, Paul Sandford, Peter Hartill, Peter Knipfel, Rick Harrison, Ron Shane, Waclaw Trebacz,
VIDEO
Here is a video which was taken by Fox Sports. It is an excellent overview of the weekend. Check it out:
https://youtu.be/V04XbHAhoZE
On the Bus!
Herb is not so sure that Norm should be the navigator! Ron & John have no worries.Don and Graham have the front seatsAll the quiet guys are at the front
Friday evening – hospitality
The evening activities were held in a spacious Legion hall with shuttle bus to and from the hotel.
Enjoying the food are clockwise from the bottom: Dave Urbiel, Duncan Whitmore, Les Houston, Norm Green, Gerry Dolff and Marty Verhoeven (who has something caught in his teeth)On the left: Kevin Bradley and Peter Knipfel have an early in the evening serious conversation while Steve Rietz and Dave Cain work out teams for the next day.Don Sloat, Peter Hartill, Don Fanstone and Ron Shane.At the bar: Ian Anderson, Matt Schumacher and Ron BoehmerRick Harrison, John Martin and John SpencerA happy Cec Hofstetter returns with some food and a drink. At the table Jeff DeNeen listens intently to Doug Adams.In the foreground Dave Cain and Steve Rietz make revisions to the teams for tomorrow’s games. Herb Millard, Brian Gleiser, Joe Buchanan and Marcus Baker.Clockwise from bottom are: Jim Renaud, Ken Zyrd, Paul Sandford, Jim Dennison and Dave Hesse.Clockwise from bottom: Duncan Whitmore, Rick Harrison, Norm Green, Gerry Dolff, Marty Verhoeven, Dave Urbiel and Alex Sanchez.Dave Nelsen tries to make friends with Jim Morris and Larry AubuchonMike Rogala, Sam Kilby listen to the laid back Damien BuchkowskiAt the bar are: Dallas Schneider, Rick Harrison, Paul Gaines and the lean Frank DuffeyCec Hofstetter and Doug AdamsIan Anderson being introduced to the chairman of the US Curling Association Richard LeppingGraham Wallbank, Dallas Schneider and Rick HarrisonPaul Gaines attempts to inform those gathered about the schedule for the following day.A very happy Dallas SchneiderChris Zahorec chats with Steve Rietz.Hovering around the bar are: Doug Adams, Keven Bradley, Jim Dennison, Brett Dubrick, Matt Schumacher and Rick Harrison.These guys must have just passed the bar exam! Doug Adams, Kevin Bradley, Jim Dennison and Matt SchumacherBrett Dubrick, Rick Harrison, Graham Wallbank and Doug AdamsDallas Schneider is either leaving or cold as he talks to Peter KnipfelJoe Bonfoey and Ian AndersonChris Zahorec and Steve Rietz
Saturday Morning Ceremonies
Michigan State Troopers provided the color guard and came prepared to take off in a hurry.The state police discuss the legality of bagpipes being played indoors.Gathering before the ceremonies are Marcus Baker Don Sloat, Ken Zyrd and Dave Turner.Waclaw Trebascz, Don Fanstone, Richard Lepping, Paul Badgero, Jim Renaud and John MartinPaul Gaines and the pipers discuss approach for the ceremonies.Paul tries to explain that he is not going to play the bagpipes!The 4 sheets of ice are ready for the action.The ice maker Eric KortebeinLong time exchange member Joe Livermore with Jim MorrisThree of the dignitaries chat before the ceremonies: David Coulter, Mayor of Ferndale; Richard Lepping, USCA Chairman and Douglas George, Consul General of CanadaThe dignitaries chat with Joe LivermoreThe pipers lead the colour guard in.The colour guardWalking down the narrow boardsThe line up.The rest of the line upPipers playingOne of the perks of helping to organize things is getting to do the toast to the pipers!
Jim Morris, President Detroit Curling Club; Douglas George, Consul General of Canada; Richard Lepping, Chairman, USCA; Richard Wittenberg, State Reresentative and David Coulter, Mayor of FerndaleIs everyone paying attention?Douglas George, Consul General of Canada brings greetings from Canada. He apologized on behalf of Justin Trudeau who was holidaying in the Bahamas.Richard Lepping, Chairman, USCA encouraging the gathered to continue this event for another 100 years!Bret Jackson, Joe Livermore and Damien BuchowskiRichard Wittenberg, State Representative presents a certificate celebrating the 100th to Jim Morris President of the Detroit Curling ClubDavid Coulter, Mayor of Ferndale brings greetings from the city.Bob MacMillan chair of the KW Granite exchange team gets a laugh from the attendees.The pipers play to end the ceremonies.The State Troopers lead the curlers off the ice.Bob MacMillan holds the broom for the KW Granite ceremonial rock throw.Ian Anderson prepares to throw the KW Granite ceremonial rock, as Graham Wallbank and Paul Sandford get ready to sweep.Ian is a little wobbly on the delivery. Where is his stick?Somehow Ian’s rock ended up over the button?Joe Livermore holds the broom for the Detroit ceremonial rock throw.Dave Nelsen delivers the Detroit ceremonial rock, with sweepers Dallas Schneider and Dave Hesse.Not to be outdone the Detroit rock covered more of the button!A fine group for the 100th!
Teams for the morning draw
On Ice #1: Hugh Smith, Dallas Schneider, Ian Anderson, John Martin, Norm Green, Gordy Loud, Paul Sandford, Paul Carmouche and Mike RogalaOn Ice #2: Cec Hofstetter, Paul Badgero, Herb Millard, John Danckaert, Sam Kilby, Brian Gleiser, Pat Cannon and Peter HartillOn Ice #3: Matt Schumacher, Dave Hesse, Marcus Baker, Duncan Whitmore, Nate Glitman, Frank Duffey, Marty Verhoeven and Pete SylvainOn Ice #4: Luc Cormier, Kevin Bradley, Dave Nelsen, Graham Wallbank, Kevin Ingraham, Ron Boehmer, Dave Urbiel and Rick HarrisonIan Anderson wonders where his sweepers are?Showing fine form is Paul Sandford,while John Martin is ready to sweep.John Martin and Hugh Smith trying to decide whether to sweep.Sam Kilby and Pat Cannon figure this rock does not need sweeping.Will the rock curl that much Dallas?Frank Duffey with Marty Verhoeven behind.Graham Wallbank is not giving much broom for this takeout as Dave Nelsen looks on.Marcus Baker shows great form as Matt Schumacher is ready to pounce. Pete Sylvain is a little more patient.Marty reaches out to Dave NelsenNate Glitman delivers as Duncan Whitmore and Dave Hesse sweep.Luc Cormier follows the rock down the ice while Kevin Bradley and Dave Urbiel wait.Waiting behind the glassDouglas George chats with Dave CainAppropriately near the bar are the pipers and Larry AubuchonIan Anderson delivers better using a stick. Gordy Loud and Norm Green look on.Paul Badgero is telling Brian Gleiser not to sweep yet.Are you sure you want the rock there Cec?Looks like a narrow port to go through John!Big sweeping from Matt and Marcus.Did Pat and Peter sweep hard enough to make the double for Cec?Everyone is sweeping this one!A good use for a broom Cec!Ian wonders what is going on – over there?Certificate from Gov’t of Canada signed by TrudeauState of Michigan certificateDan Glendinning, Leroy Bliven, John MacDonald and Jim RenaudBob MacMillan and Nick YamburaI see you too Jerry!Don Sloat and Ken ZyrdJoe Livermore and John SpencerJim Morris being interviewed by Fox Sports – see video clipRichard Lepping being interviewed.Is that stick hollow Bob?Bret and John in front 100th bannerTeams getting ready for the second draw in the morningDave Cain, Mike Rogala, Nick Yambura, Duncan Whitmore, Gerry Dolff, Ken Romanik and Kevn Ingraham.At 11am the Last Post was played by boy scout Matthew McDonnell and his father Sean. There wasn’t a dry eye in the clubDallas Schneider with Matthew and SeanYou are supposed to stretch after you exercise Dan!Brett Dubrick ready to deliverDave wonders where all the rocks came from?Duncan is a little shakeySam is focusedDave is determinedGreat style BrettPaul has his eyes on the broomGreat stick delivery from LesKevin rests between shotsJoe is in charge of the houseVac deliversYou are supposed to look at the broom Jim!Kevin & Gerry sweep hardNich has great style in delivery and clothesI guess all that stretching before the game worked for Dan!Unlike his brother, Bill is focused on the broom.He is still focused on the broom!
Lunch Time
Cec & Dan enjoy the great corned beefClockwise from bottom left: Don Sloat, Dave Turner, John Danckeart, Peter Hartill, Herb Millard, and Brian Gleiser.Joe Bonfoey trying to make a point!Clockwise from bottom left: John Martin, Marcus Baker, Dallas Schneider, Paul Sandford, Bob Kennedy, Ken Zyrd and Marty VerhoevenDave Cain makes up teams.Clockwise from bottom left: Frank, Vack, Doug, John and Hugh.Josh and Duncan have a private chat.Sitting with Joe are Kevin, Luc and Matt.In Front: Kevin, Luc and Matt. Behind are Cec and Dan.Pat, Joe and BillGordy keeps Chuck and Leroy interested.Ron with Peter and DonVac is being introduced by Doug.It looks like Dallas is watching the footbal game.These guys don’t seem to be interested in the football game.Paul Gaines our master of ceremonies laughs at one of his jokesLuc another new exchange member is introduced by MattBob tells another storyGreat shoes Rick!
Saturday Afternoon:
On sheet 1: Dan Glendinning, Dave Turner, Chuck Thomas, Rick Harrison, Larry Aubuchon, Peter Hartill, Herb Millard and Cec HofstetterOn Sheet 2: Joe Buchanan, John Spencer, Joe Mulheron, Jim Morris, Marcus Baker, Les Houston, Luc Cormier and Pete SylvainNorm Green, Brian Gleiser, Ian Anderson, Luc Cormier, Kevin Bradley, Mike Rogala, Matt Schumacher, Gerry Dolff and Brett DubrickDoug Adams, John Macdonald, Gordy Loud, Nate Glitman, Duncan Whitmore, Dave Urbiel, Vac Trebacz and John MartinDid Larry let go of the rock before the hog line?Great follow through Marcus!Looks like Norm’s rock is going to need sweeping.Duncan holds the broom while Doug keeps an eye on things.Cant you get any lower Matt? Gerry has the right idea.John keeps his balance with a stick delivery.Matt delivers!Good form Jim.Unlike Ian to throw it light!
Saturday Dinner
Dave Turner, Larry Aubuchon and Luc CormierDon Fanstone, Ron Shane and John DanckaertDave Hesse, Paul Sandford, Peter Knipfel and Jim DennisonJoe Livermore and Bob MacMillanFrank Duffey, Kevin Bradley, Graham Wallbank and Rick HarrisonKen Romanik, Dave Urbiel and Paul CarmoucheJoe Bonfoey, Herb Millard, Gerry Dolff and Don SloatPaul Badgero and Brian GleiserJoe Buchanan, Gerry Tortorelli and Sam KilbyChris Zahorec and Ken ZyrdChuck Thomas, Dave Cain, John MacDonald and John MartinChris Zahorec, Dan Glendinning and the amourous Ken ZyrdClockwise from bottom: Dave Hesse, Paul Sandford, Peter Knipfel, Jim Dennison, Joe Livermore and Steve RietzGordy Loud, Ian Anderson, Marty Verhoeven, Ron Boehmer and Dave NelsenHugh Smith, Marcus Baker, Dallas Schneider, Don Fanstone, Ron Shane and John DanckaertGordy Loud, Ian Anderson, Marty Verhoeven, Ron Boehmer, Dave Nelsen, Dave Turner and Larry AubuchonPeter Hartill, Dave Hesse, Paul Sandford, Peter Knipfel, Jim Dennison, Jim Livermore and Joe LivermoreHerb talks to SamSteve joins the table where Damien takes umbrage at having his picture takenBill wonders where the food isClockwise: John Spencer, Norm Green, Chris Zahorec, Ken Zyrd, Leroy Bliven, Chuck Thomas, Dave Cain and John MartinBrett Dubrick and Nate GlitmanMike Rogala, Steve Rietz, Kevin Ingraham and Cec HofstetterBill Morris, Doug Adams and Jim MorrisJim Renaud, Joe Mulheron and Vac TrebaczPat Cannon, Duncan Whitmore and puckered up Bill MorrisPaul and Alex look seriousCec, Luc and Kevin check out the barIs Dave checking the dinner bill before paying?Dapper Frank and JohnPaul drawing the 50/50 ticketsCec is the big winnerKen tells a storyIan has all the facial expressionsMarcus tells a groanerDave seems afraid of the micRon is pretty relaxedThe joke sinners: Damien, Paul, Joe and DallasJohn is another winnerIan is at the bar as the evening winds downGraham is saying that the drinks are really free!Paul heads away from the barGraham is not too sure about this – not much he can do about it!Dallas administers a drop of the treasured scotch to DuncanBill was nextSome of the gang tried out bocceThe dapper Graham tries his hand at bocceJohn shows us how to really throw the ballPaul and Larry sang a few tunes
Sunday Sinners Breakfast
Larry was singing again on Sunday morningFrank is busy selling raffle ticketsrelaxing are Peter, Paul, Dave, Jim, Bob and JimRick is leaving Doug, Peter and JoeIn the middle Brian and Herb chat with our bus driver.The loaded prize tableIan takes a picture of Matt & RonI guess it took Ian a few tries!Behind the bar is Alex and DonCec & RonDon, Dave and GrahamDallas is in charge of making sure the eggs are not runnyMarcus and Chris at the barThe Happy Gang! Ian, Steve and MartinPaul, Ron and JohnJim, Peter and BillJoe, Brett, John and BillJim butts into the picture with Kevin, Chris, Ian, John and RonRelaxing are Dave, Bob, Jim and PeterWaiting for breakfastBreakfast is just about readyAnd they are off!No shortage of food.Paul prepares for the raffleThe choir
We have a video of the choir:
Bobby Mac saying a few wordsGerry telling a storyThe judge hands out fines to miscreantsBobby has some more wordsA close upGerry telling another storyIs everyone paying attention to Gerry?Here come the judge!No mercy for the guiltyDallas, Bob and PaulMatt and Dallas“The Less Than Deplorables sing the ‘Men’ song, as the winners of the Bombay Bicycle Award” – Paul Gaines, Damien Buchkowski, Larry Aubuchon, Jim Morris and Bill Morris
