The World Curling Federation (WCF) has decided to retain approved broom heads in competitive curling despite concerns raised by elite curlers about the impact of changes in foam firmness on stone trajectory. The WCF conducted thorough testing and reviews, ultimately concluding that approved equipment meets the established regulations.
PERTH — The World Curling Federation (WCF) has affirmed that approved broom heads will remain in use for competitive curling, despite recent concerns raised by elite curlers regarding the potential impact of altered foam firmness on the trajectory of stones. Thirty top curling teams issued a joint 'proposal for fair play' in early January prior to the WFG Masters in Guelph, Ontario.
The proposal stemmed from a belief that newly introduced, firmer foam products within certain manufacturers' broom heads provided sweepers with excessive control over the path of delivered stones. Teams utilizing Goldline equipment opted to switch to a foam that aligned with the existing Hardline Curling competitive foam during the WFG Masters. John Epping's men's team from Sudbury, Ontario, the sole team employing BalancePlus, did not endorse the fair-play proposal but also transitioned to a different foam. The WCF, following a thorough review, maintained that all previously approved equipment adhered to the established regulations. 'The most recent tests were carried out on equipment gathered before the end of December 2024,' the WCF stated in a press release on Friday. 'With the approval of the manufacturers involved, these testing numbers have now been released. These numbers show that all products tested are within approved specifications.'The WCF athletes' commission collaborated with players at the WFG Masters to conduct on-ice evaluations of new and existing broom heads. 'Following analysis of the data and accompanying videos, the review provided no conclusive observations that would warrant the removal of any currently approved equipment,' the WCF asserted. However, the organization pledged to convene a brush testing forum in 2025, encompassing elite-level athletes and rigorous scientific testing protocols. This initiative aims to instill confidence in both athletes and the equipment approval process. Curling Canada and other national curling associations adhere to WCF rules governing equipment. Provincial and territorial playdowns for both men's and women's curling are currently in progress to determine the participants in the Canadian women's and men's curling championships. The Scotties Tournament of Hearts is scheduled for February 14-23 in Thunder Bay, Ontario, while the Montana's Brier will take place from February 28 to March 9 in Kelowna, British Columbia.
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