Back for another season, it’s our annual curling team tracker. This year marks the conclusion of an Olympic cycle, so we can expect a frenzy of movement ahead of the new quadrennial.
Keep it here for all roster updates covering everything ranging from teams disbanding, staying together or tweaking the lineup.
MAY 8, 2018: TEAM SHUSTER (USA)
| SEASON | SKIP | THIRD | SECOND | LEAD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017-18 | John Shuster | Tyler George | Matt Hamilton | John Landsteiner |
| 2018-19 | John Shuster | Chris Plys | Matt Hamilton | John Landsteiner |
After a life changing 4 years and a long run of grinding seasons, it’s time to step away from competitive curling and give the mind and body a rest. I’ll use this time as an ambassador to continue to #growthegame. Thanks to all for the amazing support to lift me up over this run! pic.twitter.com/O0RqqA2svY
— Tyler George (@tgeorge1323) May 8, 2018
Thank you @Team_HMcCormick for the last two seasons. I had the time of my life.
Next season I accepted an opportunity to play with @TeamShuster & Im excited to do everything I can to help my new squad.
Thanks to my team, sponsors, family and fans for everything.#GivesYouWings pic.twitter.com/j554lD4StA— chris plys (@chrisplys) May 8, 2018
APRIL 17, 2018: TEAM HOMAN (ONTARIO)
| SKIP | THIRD | SECOND | LEAD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rachel Homan | Emma Miskew | Joanne Courtney | Lisa Weagle |
STATUS: Staying together
READ MORE: Members of Team Homan decide to continue curling together next season
APRIL 8, 2018: TEAM HOWARD (ONTARIO)
| SEASON | SKIP | THIRD | SECOND | LEAD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017-18 | Glenn Howard | Richard Hart | David Mathers | Scott Howard |
| 2018-19 | Glenn Howard | Scott Howard | David Mathers | Tim March |
Announcement Re: Team Glenn Howard future pic.twitter.com/OpSJayr8Kt
— TGH (@TeamGlennHoward) April 8, 2018
APRIL 3, 2018: TEAM COTTER (B.C.)
| SEASON | SKIP | THIRD | SECOND | LEAD | ALTERNATE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017-18 | Jim Cotter (FOURTH) |
John Morris (SKIP) |
Catlin Schneider | Tyrel Griffith | Rick Sawatsky |
| 2018-19 | Jim Cotter | Steve Laycock | Tyrel Griffith | Rick Sawatsky |
READ MORE: Steve Laycock links up with Team Cotter for next season
APRIL 3, 2018: TEAM DUNSTONE (SASKATCHEWAN)
| SKIP | THIRD | SECOND | LEAD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matt Dunstone | Braeden Moskowy | Catlin Schneider | Dustin Kidby |
READ MORE: Matt Dunstone forms new Saskatchewan-based curling team
MARCH 28, 2018: TEAM GUNNLAUGSON (MANITOBA)
| SEASON | SKIP | THIRD | SECOND | LEAD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017-18 | Jason Gunnlaugson | Alex Forrest | Ian McMillan | Connor Njeogvan |
| 2018-19 | Jason Gunnlaugson | Alex Forrest | Denni Neufeld | Connor Njegovan |
READ MORE: Denni Neufeld joining Jason Gunnlaugson at second next season
MARCH 26, 2018: TEAM MOUAT (SCOTLAND)
| SKIP | THIRD | SECOND | LEAD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bruce Mouat | Grant Hardie | Bobby Lammie | Hammy McMillan Jr. |
STATUS: Staying together
Team Mouat would like to take this opportunity to confirm that our team will remain unchanged for the 2018/19 season.
Tomorrow we are Las Vegas bound where we will represent Scotland at the #WMCC2018. pic.twitter.com/VqqCaJvPnR
— Team Mouat (@TeamMouat) March 26, 2018
MARCH 25, 2018: TEAM MUYRES (SASKATCHEWAN)
| SKIP | THIRD | SECOND | LEAD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kirk Muyres | Kevin Marsh | Dan Marsh | Dallan Muyres |
NEW TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT! Dallan and Kirk are excited to be teaming up with Kevin and Dan Marsh. Brothers from two of the top teams in the province are teaming up for a run at the brier tankard and Olympics for Saskatchewan!
Stay tuned for announcements from Steve and Matt's plans! pic.twitter.com/wqdQNbzHPa
— Muyres Curling (@muyrescurling) March 25, 2018
MARCH 25, 2018: TEAM TIRINZONI (SWITZERLAND)
| SEASON | SKIP | THIRD | SECOND | LEAD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017-18 | Silvana Tirinzoni | Manuela Siegrist | Esther Neuenschwander | Marlene Albrecht |
| 2018-19 | Silvana Tirinzoni | Alina Paetz | Esther Neuenschwander | Melanie Barbezat |
MARCH 21, 2018: TEAM LAYCOCK (SASKATCHEWAN)
| FOURTH | SKIP | SECOND | LEAD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matt Dunstone | Steve Laycock | Kirk Muyres | Dallan Muyres |
STATUS: Disbanding
Well what an incredible ride we had.
Thank you to our sponsors, friends, fans and families — we are so blessed to have you all on this journey with us!
Steve, Matt, Kirk, Dallan & Lyle say a heart felt thank you and goodbye from Team Laycock! pic.twitter.com/axosW5T41g
— Laycock Curling (@teamlaycock) March 22, 2018
MARCH 20, 2018: TEAM CARRUTHERS (MANITOBA)
| SEASON | SKIP | THIRD | SECOND | LEAD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017-18 | Reid Carruthers | Braeden Moskowy | Derek Samagalski | Colin Hodgson |
| 2018-19 | Mike McEwen (FOURTH) |
Reid Carruthers (SKIP) |
Derek Samagalski | Colin Hodgson |
READ MORE: Curling ‘frenemies’ Carruthers & McEwen teaming up next season
MARCH 20, 2018: TEAM KOE (ALBERTA)
| SEASON | SKIP | THIRD | SECOND | LEAD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017-18 | Kevin Koe | Marc Kennedy | Brent Laing | Ben Hebert |
| 2018-19 | Kevin Koe | B.J. Neufeld | Colton Flasch | Ben Hebert |
READ MORE: Canadian Olympic skip Kevin Koe revamps roster for next season
MARCH 19, 2018: TEAM EPPING (ONTARIO)
| SEASON | SKIP | THIRD | SECOND | LEAD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017-18 | John Epping | Mat Camm | Pat Janssen | Tim March |
| 2018-19 | John Epping | Mat Camm | Brent Laing | Craig Savill |
READ MORE: John Epping’s team parting ways after curling season ends
MARCH 19: 2018: TEAM BOTTCHER (ALBERTA)
| SKIP | THIRD | SECOND | LEAD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brendan Bottcher | Darren Moulding | Brad Thiessen | Karrick Martin |
STATUS: Staying together
ANNOUNCEMENT: After reflecting on the fantastic 14 months we have had since the arrival of @darren_moulding. Team Bottcher is excited to announce we will be sticking together for another crack at our Olympic Dream! #Curling #Rollin @CurlingCanada @grandslamcurl pic.twitter.com/KolP3IT8bh
— Team Bottcher (@TeamBottcher) March 19, 2018
MARCH 16, 2018: TEAM JACOBS (NORTHERN ONTARIO)
| SKIP | THIRD | SECOND | LEAD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brad Jacobs | Ryan Fry | E.J. Harnden | Ryan Harnden |
STATUS: Staying together
MARCH 13, 2018: TEAM GUSHUE (NEWFOUNDLAND & LABRADOR)
| SKIP | THIRD | SECOND | LEAD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brad Gushue | Mark Nichols | Brett Gallant | Geoff Walker |
STATUS: Staying together
READ MORE: Brad Gushue’s team sticking together for another Olympic cycle
MARCH 13, 2018: TEAM CARRUTHERS (MANITOBA)
| SKIP | THIRD | SECOND | LEAD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reid Carruthers | Braeden Moskowy | Derek Samagalski | Colin Hodgson |
STATUS: Moskowy is leaving the team
Team Announcement pic.twitter.com/te9yPT1CB9
— Team Carruthers (@TeamRCarruthers) March 13, 2018
MARCH 13, 2018: TEAM MCEWEN (MANITOBA)
| SKIP | THIRD | SECOND | LEAD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mike McEwen | B.J. Neufeld | Matt Wozniak | Denni Neufeld |
STATUS: Disbanding
READ MORE: Mike McEwen’s team parting ways after curling season
MARCH 12, 2018: TEAM PAETZ (SWITZERLAND)
| SKIP | THIRD | SECOND | LEAD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alina Paetz | Nadine Lehmann | Marisa Winkelhausen | Nicole Schwaegli |
STATUS: Disbanding
MARCH 9, 2018: TEAM TIPPIN (ONTARIO)
| SEASON | SKIP | THIRD | SECOND | LEAD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017-18 | Julie Tippin | Chantal Duhaime | Rachelle Vink | Tess Bobbie |
| 2018-19 | Julie Tippin | Megan Balsdon | Rachelle Vink | Tess Bobbie |
MARCH 7, 2018: TEAM WALKER (ALBERTA)
| SKIP | THIRD | SECOND | LEAD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laura Crocker (Walker) | Cathy Overton-Clapham | Lori Olson-Johns | Laine Peters |
MARCH 6, 2018: TEAM CAREY (ALBERTA)
| SEASON | SKIP | THIRD | SECOND | LEAD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017-18 | Chelsea Carey | Cathy Overton-Clapham | Jocelyn Peterman | Laine Peters |
| 2018-19 | Chelsea Carey | Sarah Wilkes | Dana Ferguson | Rachel Brown |
READ MORE: Chelsea Carey finds right fit with new Alberta team
MARCH 5, 2018: TEAM HARRISON (ONTARIO)
| SEASON | SKIP | THIRD | SECOND | LEAD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017-18 | Jacqueline Harrison | Janet Murphy | Stephanie Matheson | Melissa Foster |
| 2018-19 | Jacqueline Harrison | Clancy Grandy | Lynn Kreviazuk | Morgan Court |
MARCH 3, 2018: TEAM KOE (ALBERTA)
| SKIP | THIRD | SECOND | LEAD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kevin Koe | Marc Kennedy | Brent Laing | Ben Hebert |
STATUS: Kennedy is taking a break
READ MORE: Olympic curler Marc Kennedy taking a break after season
MARCH 2, 2018: TEAM JONES (MANITOBA)
| SEASON | SKIP | THIRD | SECOND | LEAD | ALTERNATE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017-18 | Jennifer Jones | Kaitlyn Lawes | Jill Officer | Dawn McEwen | |
| 2018-19 | Jennifer Jones | Kaitlyn Lawes | Jocelyn Peterman | Dawn McEwen | Jill Officer |
READ MORE: Jocelyn Peterman joining Jennifer Jones at second next season
MARCH 2, 2018: TEAM FLAXEY (MANITOBA)
| SEASON | SKIP | THIRD | SECOND | LEAD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017-18 | Allison Flaxey | Clancy Grandy | Lynn Kreviazuk | Morgan Court |
| 2018-19 | Allison Flaxey | Kate Cameron | Taylor McDonald | Raunora Westcott |
READ MORE: Flaxey joins forces with Cameron, McDonald & Westcott
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FEB. 26, 2018: TEAM SIMMONS (MANITOBA)
| SKIP | THIRD | SECOND | LEAD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pat Simmons | Colton Lott | Kyle Doering | Rob Gordon |
STATUS: Disbanding
Playing in our first Slam, Pre Trials, and travelling to Scotland – It has been quite the year! However, we have decided to mutually part ways. Pat and Colton will be taking a step back from curling, while Kyle and Rob will continue on. #Patandthekids pic.twitter.com/g3OHi35M7h
— Team Simmons (@TeamSimmons) February 27, 2018
FEB. 25, 2018: TEAM FLAXEY (ONTARIO)
| SKIP | THIRD | SECOND | LEAD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allison Flaxey | Clancy Grandy | Lynn Kreviazuk | Morgan Court |
STATUS: Disbanding
After 3 years together, we will be heading in different directions next year. We are so grateful to our coach, sponsors and supporters for being a part of our time together! @BTDTBinRentals @pommiescider #canadamaltingco @RunbackApparel @HardlineCurling @PursuitGuelph #RDesigns pic.twitter.com/VrDqu6oQxb
— Team Flaxey (@TeamFlaxey) February 25, 2018
FEB. 24, 2018: TEAM CAREY (ALBERTA)
| SKIP | THIRD | SECOND | LEAD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chelsea Carey | Cathy Overton-Clapham | Jocelyn Peterman | Laine Peters |
STATUS: Disbanding
READ MORE: Chelsea Carey’s team disbanding after curling season
FEB. 19, 2018: TEAM ENGLOT (MANITOBA)
| SKIP | THIRD | SECOND | LEAD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Michelle Englot | Kate Cameron | Leslie Wilson-Westcott | Raunora Westcott |
STATUS: Disbanding. Englot is retiring, Wilson-Westcott is stepping back while Cameron and Westcott are sticking together.
FEB. 19, 2018: TEAM ROCQUE (ALBERTA)
| SEASON | SKIP | THIRD | SECOND | LEAD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017-18 | Kelsey Rocque | Laura Crocker | Taylor McDonald | Jen Gates |
| 2018-19 | Kelsey Rocque | Danielle Schmiemann | Becca Konschuh | Jesse Iles |
READ MORE: Kelsey Rocque reuniting with junior teammates next season
FEB. 17, 2018: TEAM SCHEIDEGGER (ALBERTA)
| SKIP | THIRD | SECOND | LEAD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Casey Scheidegger | Cary-Anne McTaggart | Jessie Scheidegger | Kristie Moore |
STATUS: Sticking together
READ MORE: Casey Scheidegger’s team sticking together for next season
FEB. 18, 2018: TEAM FLEURY (MANITOBA)
| SEASON | SKIP | THIRD | SECOND | LEAD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017-18 | Tracy Fleury | Jennifer Wylie | Jenna Walsh | Amanda Gates |
| 2018-19 | Tracy Fleury | Selena Kaatz | Liz Fyfe | Kristin MacCuish |
READ MORE: Tracy Fleury ready for next chapter skipping new Manitoba team
FEB. 16, 2018: TEAM EINARSON (MANITOBA)
| SEASON | SKIP | THIRD | SECOND | LEAD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017-18 | Kerri Einarson | Selena Kaatz | Liz Fyfe | Kristin MacCuish |
| 2018-19 | Kerri Einarson | Val Sweeting | Shannon Birchard | Briane Meilleur |
READ MORE: Einarson forms new team with Sweeting, Birchard & Meilleur
FEB. 16, 2018: TEAM KLEIBRINK (ALBERTA)
| SKIP | THIRD | SECOND | LEAD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shannon Kleibrink | Sarah Wilkes | Kalynn Park | Alison Thiessen |
STATUS: Disbanding with Kleibrink retiring.
Shannon will be retiring from competitive curling – "for good this time". Shannon, you have had an amazing career and we were unbelievably lucky to have had you as our leader/teammate/team-mom. You are an incredible athlete and we appreciate everything you have taught us.
— Team Kleibrink (@Team_Kleibrink) February 16, 2018
FEB. 15, 2018: TEAM JOANISSE (B.C.)
| SKIP | THIRD | SECOND | LEAD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dean Joanisse | Paul Cseke | Jay Wakefield | John Cullen |
STATUS: Disbanding
— Team Joanisse (@joanissecurling) February 15, 2018
FEB. 14, 2018: TEAM SWEETING (ALBERTA)
| SKIP | THIRD | SECOND | LEAD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Val Sweeting | Lori Olson-Johns | Dana Ferguson | Rachel Brown |
STATUS: Disbanding after the season ends
READ MORE: Team Val Sweeting parting ways after season
FEB. 12, 2018: TEAM EINARSON (MANITOBA)
| SKIP | THIRD | SECOND | LEAD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kerri Einarson | Selena Kaatz | Liz Fyfe | Kristin MacCuish |
STATUS: Disbanding (sort of). Einarson is looking at other options while the trio of Kaatz, Fyfe and MacCuish are continuing together and searching for a new skip. The team will play out this season together.
READ MORE: Kerri Einarson splitting with team after season
FEB. 12, 2018: TEAM FLEURY (NORTHERN ONTARIO)
| SKIP | THIRD | SECOND | LEAD | ALTERNATE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tracy Fleury | Jennifer Wylie | Jenna Walsh | Amanda Gates | Crystal Webster |
STATUS: Disbanding
READ MORE: Team Fleury going separate ways after season
FEB. 11, 2018: TEAM TIPPIN (ONTARIO)
| SEASON | SKIP | THIRD | SECOND | LEAD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017-18 | Julie Tippin | Chantal Duhaime | Rachelle Vink | Tess Bobbie |
| 2018-19 | Julie Tippin | TBD | Rachelle Vink | Tess Bobbie |
STATUS: Staying together but looking for a new back-end player.
FEB. 11, 2018: TEAM DUNCAN (ONTARIO)
| SKIP | THIRD | SECOND | LEAD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hollie Duncan | Stephanie LeDrew | Cheryl Kreviazuk | Karen Sagle |
STATUS: Staying together
The thrill of representing ON at the Scotties in Penticton was a dream come true, & an experience we'll never forget… and we're not done yet! Team Duncan is excited to announce that we'll be sticking together for the 2018-2019 season. Thank you to all who have supported us! pic.twitter.com/ndA4WmrqYD
— Team Duncan (@teamduncancurls) February 11, 2018
FEB. 10, 2018: TEAM MEILLEUR (MANITOBA)
| SKIP | THIRD | SECOND | LEAD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Briane Meilleur | Breanne Knapp | Janelle Vachon | Sarah Neufeld |
STATUS: Disbanding
FEB. 9, 2018: TEAM MCCARVILLE (NORTHERN ONTARIO)
| SKIP | THIRD | SECOND | LEAD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Krista McCarville | Kendra Lilly | Ashley Sippala | Sarah Potts |
STATUS: Staying together
READ MORE: Team McCarville returning for 2018-19 season
FEB. 6, 2018: TEAM ROCQUE (ALBERTA)
| FOURTH | SKIP | SECOND | LEAD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kelsey Rocque | Laura Crocker | Taylor McDonald | Jen Gates |
STATUS: Disbanding
READ MORE: Team Rocque heading separate ways for next season