OK, so it's been like 4 months since I updated this. Lots of things happening, and not all good. As most of you know, my health hasn't been the best. I've been struggling with my knees to the point that I curled with a Stick for the first time....ever....at Tropicurl. Always good to curl in a bonspiel with something you've never used before!!

But outside of that, Tropicurl went great. We had some hiccups as we always do, so there is room for improvement. One thing that we were down on this year was volunteers to help with setup and ice preparation. I think we had TOO many people last year and this year everybody assumed, eh, they'll be OK.

Well, guess what happens when you assume. That's right....you're wrong most of the time!! Never assume that we have enough help not only for Tropicurl but for anything we do in this Club.

This is a volunteer organization and everyone can use help with something. If someone turns you down for help, be it on the ice crew, warm room, etc., let me know and I'll have a talk with them.

As we continue to progress toward our own facility, more and more people will have to step up and take on leadership roles in the Club.

Don't be afraid to offer your time and talents. You might just find that someone needs them, and you can make new friends...for life!! We are CURLERS after all...

See you in September!
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CURLER'S CODE OF ETHICS

I will play the game with a spirit of good sportsmanship.

I will conduct myself in an honorable manner both on and off the ice.

I will never knowingly break a rule, but if I do, I will divulge the breach.

I will take no action that could be interpreted as an attempt to intimidate or demean my opponents, teammates or officials.

I will interpret the rules in an impartial manner, always keeping in mind that the purpose of the rules is to ensure that the game is played in an orderly and fair manner.

I will humbly accept any penalty that the governing body at any level of curling deems appropriate, if I am found in violation of the Code of Ethics or rules of the game.

I will do nothing to demean or harm the Pittsburgh Curling Club.


The above statements are the basis of the great game that we are all playing. We are a very young Club with many new members. There is alot to learn about Curling, and not just delivery, sweeping, and strategy.

Those of you that have been playing this game for a while, and those of us, myself included, that have been lucky enough to be taught by these experienced people, know that the Code of Ethics is the only way to play the game. Go to a Dedicated Club and you will find that this is how it is done.

The proper etiquette on the ice; the respect of your fellow curlers; and keeping the Image of the Pittsburgh Curling Club untarnished is ALL of our duties.

We are a Club that can claim members from Age 8 to 80. That is something to be Proud of, I know I am. In that context, we MUST be respectful of our opponents with respect to our Language and Actions. No Team is any different from another. Though they are your "opponent", they are also your fellow members trying to enjoy the same game you love. Treat them with the same respect that you would expect.

Specifically, foul language does not have a place on the ice and simply put, will not be tolerated.

Not only are we around our own young members, but there are many kids playing and watching hockey nearby. I'm sure their language is quite rough at times as well, but I'm not concerned about them. We need to show that we are better than them and set a proper example.

I constantly state that Curlers are the Best People on Earth. Let's not do anything to change that opinion among the masses. Take the Curler's Code of Ethics to Heart, and I think you'll find you'll respect and enjoy this game that has been played since the 16th Century.