TSA Curling Club

The 3rd Annual TSA Gold Summer Golf bash was another great success!

14 Teams competed under the threat of rain on August 8 but the curling gods showed mercy and all teams were able to complete the round without getting wet.

After a fun round of golf, teams were treated to a great meal by LVIV Catering followed by a great evening of entertainment by Wayne Hansen and surprise backup singer.

Thanks to Fernand Pelletier of Ankar Creative for donation of great prizes. Drop by his shop on Union street for all your promotional needs or just to drop in and say hi.

Team Sinclair (Iain Sinclair, Helen Loiuse-Mitchell, Rob Moore, Tracey Gallant) won their 3 rd championship in a row. Wow these guys are good!!!!

Our Closest to the pin winners:
#3 – Men - Mike Theriiault
#3 – Ladies – Rose Theriault
# 6 – Bruce McDonogh
#10 – Men – Ross Mouland
#10 – Ladies – No winner
#18 - Rose Theriault

Longest drives on #17:
Men – Rob “Bomber” Moore
Ladies - Tracey “ The Cannon” Gallant

Of course, the big winners are from our elimination draw. Throughout the night Wayne eliminated everyone that was entered in the event – with 2 names remaining for the bar tab prize of $100 and runner up of $50. With 3 names remaining Wayne drew Mark McKinnon eliminating him from the final 2. So the Final Elimination Draw Winners (Blame Wayne lol):
Winner $100 Bar Tab: Janice Monteith
Runner-Up $50 Bar Tab: Doug Thompson

Thanks to everyone that came out!

After one of our number got an albatross last month, three of our Day Ladies accomplished the lawn bowls equivalent of an eight-ender!

Congratulations to Marilyn Taylor, Lana Mouland and Debbie Boudreau for achieving a “Perfect End” (9 bowls) during a competition for the Atlantic Triples held at Seaside Lawn Bowling Club on August 1, 2026.

Congrats to one of our members for bagging a big bird!

Club member Danny Armstrong proudly shows off the ball he hit into the 5th hole from 213 yards out after a great drive from the blue tees, usually playing about 465 yards. An albatross! Google says the odds of this happening for a recreational golfer is 6-million-to-1, much more rare than a hole-in-one.

This feat was accomplished at Rockwood on the par-5 5th hole on Thursday, July 9. His playing partners witnessed him crush a big drive 254 yds up on the hill, and then a fantastic 3-wood from 213 yards that faded right to left to catch the inside of the hill in front of the green which then bounced directly toward the red flag. When the group arrived on the green a few minutes later, his Taylormade TP5 was resting in the bottom of the cup... right where it should be after such a great drive and a great approach shot.

Great shot, Dano!!

His playing partners that day are helping him show off the ball. From left to right, Bill Gates, Jeff Stewart, Danny, and Wayne Hansen.

New condenser, who dis?

This new bit of machinery will help our ice plant run more effectively from next season!

We have an update from the Ice Committee on the Header Pipe:

Project has gone well with very few hiccups. The last pic is what we were facing at the start of the project with 6-8“ of old sludge and paint from many years but we successfully got the trench clean so Black and Mac could start laying the new header pipe.

We are sad to share news that one of our great champions, Ellen Brennan, has died aged 91. Our deepest sympathies to Heidi, Glen, Daniel, Kathleen, and her entire extended family.

Obituary for Ellen Faye (Osgood) Brennan | Fundy Funeral Home Celebrate the life of Ellen Brennan and join others in sharing memories, stories, and condolences.

In case you missed it.....the 2027 BKT World Men’s Curling Championships are in Saint John from March 27th to April 4th 2027.

This world-class event, will require some 300-350 volunteers.

The official volunteer registration portal is NOW LIVE. To complete your registration, you’ll be asked to indicate two areas your interested in, upload a photo of yourself, and pay a $100 fee.

https://www.curling.ca/2027worldmen/volunteer/

Note:

Must be 16 years of age by first scheduled shift. Volunteers under 19 years of age can only volunteer on a limited number of committees.

Dependent on responses from volunteers, not all applications may be required/accepted.

You will have the opportunity to select up to two committee preferences. It is not a guarantee that you will be placed in your selected preference.

Volunteers must work a minimum of 25 hours and/or 4-5 shifts.

Volunteers are required to sign the volunteer waiver, read and accept the volunteer code of conduct and may be required to complete a criminal record check upon request.

An online payment of the $100.00 CAD Volunteer Rewards Fee is required to submit your application.

What does your $100 cover? Volunteer Rewards Package includes:

An official 2027 BKT World Men's volunteer uniform.

Access to the famous Patch with entertainment.

Limited edition volunteer pin (not available to the general public).

Food and beverage vouchers for use at both the Venue and the Patch.

Access to the venue seating to all preliminary round draws when not on shift. Seats are available based on capacity; reserved seating is not provided. For those volunteers who want reserved seats, it is suggested that they purchase tickets.

Congratulations to Team Kelly and Coach Judy Blanchard!!! Great pairing announcement.

We are thrilled to announce the newest addition to Team Kelly — our new coach, Judy Blanchard!

Judy is a highly decorated curler with an incredible resume that includes multiple Scotties and Senior appearances, and one World Championship. Her experience and knowledge of the game as a competitor will be a huge asset to our team and something we know will help push us to the next level.

Between her competitive mindset, teaching background, and fun, calm demeanor, she brings exactly the kind of energy and leadership we were looking to add to our team. We’re excited to learn from her, work with her, and have her in our corner this season.

Excited to officially welcome Judy to the squad! 🥌

Another happy customer! That's the last draw for this season, but we will pick things back up in the fall. Our first draw next season will begin on October 3, so your chance to win is only a summer away. Enjoy your summer!