CurlManitoba elects president from Thompson

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After 128 years, Manitoba’s provincial curling association has elected its first president from the northern reaches of the province.

Sam Antila assumed the president’s gig at CurlManitoba during its annual general meeting over the weekend, after years serving on the organization’s board. Antila hails from the Burntwood Curling Club in Thompson, and with his appointment he becomes the first northern Manitoban to hold the position. Previously, the highest position held by someone from the north was when Flin Flon’s James Conner served as second vice president in 1959-60.

CurlManitoba also honoured three contributors to the sport with honourary life memberships. Bagpiper Hilda Towerzey was recognized for her 40 years of service piping at ceremonial airport receptions for returning champions; Rob Van Kommer from Carberry was honoured for his past-president’s service; and the Winnipeg Free Press’s own Paul Wiecek was singled out for his work covering curling in Manitoba.

The organization also awarded Winkler’s Louis Tanguay, co-chair of the 2015 Manitoba Scotties Tournament of Hearts, with its volunteer of the year award.