Veteran curler Kerry Galusha makes her final appearance at the Scotties Tournament of Hearts, competing alongside her 15-year-old daughter Sydney. The Northwest Territories team aims to learn and grow, showcasing the future of women's curling in the region.
Kerry Galusha, at the age of 47, is making her 18th and final appearance at the Scotties Tournament of Hearts. Galusha's impressive run, tied for second all-time with Jennifer Jones, comes to a close in Thunder Bay, Ontario. While she considered retiring last year, the opportunity to compete alongside her 15-year-old daughter Sydney, believed to be the youngest competitor ever at the Tournament of Hearts, prompted her to extend her career.
Galusha acknowledged the significance of passing the torch to the next generation, emphasizing the scarcity of curlers in the Northwest Territories. She expressed uncertainty about who will follow in her footsteps, even Sydney, who may not immediately transition to women's curling.Galusha and Sydney, along with alternate Ella Skauge, will represent the Northwest Territories in the upcoming under-20 championships in Summerside, Prince Edward Island. Sydney, accustomed to playing at a higher level than her age, has participated in both the under-18 and under-20 national championships previously. She brings a youthful energy and raw talent to the team, while Galusha provides guidance and experience. The mother-daughter duo has already demonstrated a strong bond on the ice, working together seamlessly during games. Sydney, who also excels in basketball and will be representing the Northwest Territories in the Canada Summer Games, admitted to feeling the intensity of her debut at the Scotties Tournament of Hearts but expressed eagerness to learn from her mother. Galusha, whose brother Kevin Koe has won four Canadian men's championships and her other brother Jamie has played in 17 Briers, acknowledges the unique challenges faced by northern teams competing on the national stage. Travel, time, and financial commitments present significant obstacles, often leading to less experience on arena ice compared to southern teams. Despite losing more games than she's won at the Hearts, Galusha has consistently been a competitive force, securing upsets against prominent curlers like Rachel Homan, Jennifer Jones, Amber Holland, and Heather Nedohin. This year, Galusha's focus shifts to mentoring her daughter and Skauge, prioritizing their development over pursuing a playoff berth. She envisions a future transition into coaching, sharing her knowledge and expertise with the next generation of curlers.
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