May 2008

Rainbow Rocker Curling League News Archives

Ottawa LGX

May 3, 2008: Rainbow Rockers at the Ottawa LGX

Bocce Ball and Cocktails

Looking for bocce ball enthusiasts interested in playing a game or two this summer.

Other Curling Leagues

Vancouver (www.pacrimcurling.ca): The Pacific Rim Curling League is an all-inclusive league open to gay, lesbian, bisexual, trans-gendered and GLBT-friendly straight curlers. From late September to the end of March each year, the League curls on Sunday afternoons and Monday evenings at the Vancouver Curling Club, 4460 Dinmont Ave. There are almost 200 members in the league participating in great curling, and other special events throughout the year. New curlers, with or without experience, are welcome and will have fun in this multi-level league.

Regulations

Rules & Regulations for the Rainbow Rockers Curling League

Rainbow rockers league will follow CCA rules for 2008-2009

Rainbow Rockers: Ottawa's Gay and Lesbian Friendly Curling League.

The Rainbow Rockers Curling League was formed in the summer of 2002, following a successful “In the Pink” bonspiel in March 2002. The start of the 2010-2011 season will mark the 9th year of operation. The league began with eight teams and with tremendous growth, is operating with 28 teams this season.

Membership is open to GLBTQ Ottawa community with any level of curling ability – from a total rookie to a seasoned veteran. Individuals are welcome to join as a full member or as a spare. Returning members are given the first chance to renew their membership in the league.

Curling Etiquette

Rainbow Rockers Curling League Etiquette

Curling has always been known for the prevalence of good sportsmanship and the friendly courteous rivalry that exists on the ice. The etiquettes suggested are practiced by curlers who understand the true spirit and tradition of the “roaring game”.

Registration for the 2008/2009 Curling Season

Full time members

Membership is full for the 2008-2009 season. Please see Spares section below.

Spares

For anyone interested in registering as a spare for the 2008-2009 curling season, please complete the spares registration form and then submit the $20 cheque made payable to Rainbow Rockers Curling League and registration form to the address on the form.

Schedule

2007 - 2008 Team Schedule

Winter 2008 Qualified Round

Schedule Rules 2007-2008

Rainbow Rockers 2007-2008 Schedule

1 The 22 teams will be split into two divisions: Rainbow division and the Rockers division.

Advance Registration For The 2008-2009 Season Is Now Open

As the league continues to grow in popularity, it is important for us to determine as early as possible how many of you will be returning to the Rainbow Rockers for the 2008-2009 season. As a result, we are instituting an advance registration requirement for all returning members. To secure your place for 2008-2009, a $50 deposit will be required for each curler ($200 per team) by April 13, 2008.

Scores Winter 2008

Game 11 (Final)

Rockers (A) Division 2nd Round Standings


Sunday - April 6, 2008

2008 Bonspiel News

February 20, 2008

February 9, 2008

Good Afternoon!

This is a reminder that a picture of each team is requested for inclusion in our Bonspiel Program. Please forward a picture to me at this address, no later than March 14, for inclusion in the Program.

This is also a friendly reminder that payment is required for your registration to the Over The Rainbow Bonspiel 2008. We are requesting that payment be provided to Derek Vollrath, Bonspiel Treasurer, no later than February 9th. You may send a cheque, payable to the Rainbow Rockers, to Derek's attention at the following address:

OTR Bonspiel Treasurer

March 28-30, 2008

This year promises to be another great year of fun and exciting curling! Dinner Saturday night and breakfast both Saturday and Sunday will be covered with your entry fee of CDN $340. All teams will be guaranteed 4 games; three pool games and one event game. All finals will start at 5 p.m. on Sunday.

News and Event Archives

The Rainbow Rockers has been curling since 2002, and has hosted a number of bonspiels and events.

2008 Schedule

2008 Over The Rainbow Pool Draw

Bonspiel Rules

2008 Over the Rainbow Bonspiel
GUIDELINES FOR TEAMS

Curling At 2009 World Out Games

The World Out Games will be holding a competitive curling tournament next year in Copenhagen.