The Alameda Curling Rink will once again host a 64-team bonspiel in 2020.
In mid-March, the hockey ice will be transformed once again into five sheets of curling ice for some fun and entertaining curling action. The event is happening from March 25-29 instead of the customary January date this year due to a scheduling issue with the icemaker. Also a factor is the ease of being able to remove the ice after the bonspiel instead of turning it back into skating ice, as has been done in past years.
The money raised during the bonspiel is used by the Alameda Recreation Board, consisting of curling, hockey, figure skating and baseball/softball groups, to continue providing facilities the community.
“The importance of the monies raised is tenfold in providing activities and events within our community for all ages,” stated a news release for the event.
There will be cash payouts for prizes. The community has stepped up to donate some auction items and door prizes. The generosity of those in surrounding areas really makes this very successful each time the club hosts it.
If anyone would like to donate a prize or is interested in becoming a sponsor, contact sponsorship co-ordinator Alaina McKinnon at 306-457-8401.
The news release for the event notes that the organizers are aware that the Whitewood 64-rink bonspiel is at the same time. They said they discussed it with the Whitewood committee before changing the date, and both felt they wouldn’t significantly interfere with each other. There are only one or two teams that might overlap and both communities are looking forward to having successful events.
