2010 Schmirler Classic Details Announced

The Schmirler Charity Curling Classic presented by Bank of America will feature some of the best women's curling teams in the world competing for an excellent purse from September 24 to 27 at the Caledonian Curling Club.



Teams from Canada, USA and other parts of the world will compete in this exciting event. Teams include Bingyu Wang (Team China, 2010 Olympic Bronze Medalists), Kathy O’Rourke (PEI, 2010 Scotties Runner-up), Amber Holland (SK), Stefanie Lawton (SK), Michelle Englot(SK), Sherry Middaugh (ON) and many others of Canada's best. Among the teams competing, most teams have players who are Olympic champions or participants, Women's and Junior Women's World, Canadian and Provincial champions.



"The change in format and timing for the Schmirler Charity Curling Classic has proved to be a great move for the event as it draws the best teams to come out and play and it has continued to ensure that this event is a must see for curling fans in Regina and Saskatchewan," said Kenda Richards, Chair of the organizing committee.



"Bank of America, through its CUETS Financial business, is proud to once again be the title sponsor of this world class event," said Doug Scott, Senior Vice President, Partnership Management and Sales. "The Schmirler Charity Curling Classic is considered one of the premiere events among women curlers, while at the same time raising important fundraising for the Dr. Sandra Schmirler Scholarship at the University of Regina."

The Classic Committee and Bank of America are also very pleased to contribute extra funds to the Dr. Sandra Schmirler Scholarship at the University of Regina as charity of choice for the event.



Competition in the 30-team round robin draw begins at 8:30 a.m. on Friday, September 24. The first place team from each pool, plus the next top three finishers will advance to the eight-team championship straight knockout draw. The final draw takes place Monday, September 27 at 4:30 p.m.



Event passes are $25, daily passes are $10 and the evening draws are $5. There is no charge for children 12 and under. Passes and tickets are available at the Callie Club and are on sale now