Homan takes on Mouat in first-ever Rio Mare Battle of the Sexes
Curling’s titans are set to clash in an unforgettable matchup at the first-ever Rio Mare Battle of the Sexes presented by The Curling Group, as women’s world no. 1 Team Homan (Canada) takes on men’s world no. 1 Team Mouat (Scotland) in a head-to-head matchup, April 7, 7 p.m. ET, at Toronto’s Mattamy Athletic Centre.
The eight-end skins game will feature celebrity coaches, guest appearances, unique rule twists and more.
Ticket proceeds for the event will support Team Homan and Team Mouat’s charities of choice with an additional $1,000 per end going to the winner’s charity (see more info below).
WHERE TO WATCH:
Fans can watch the game live on the Grand Slam of Curling website, App and YouTube, featuring commentary by Olympic gold medallist Jennifer Jones and three-time world champion Brent Laing.
TICKETS:
Tickets are now on sale. Click here to purchase yours today.
Stay tuned for more details regarding this can’t-miss event!
Team Homan’s Charity of Choice: Sandra Schmirler Foundation
Team Homan has chosen the Sandra Schmirler Foundation to help babies born too soon, too small, too sick, or too far. Since 2001, the Foundation has raised and given over $9 million to purchase life-saving equipment for Neonatal Intensive Care Units (NICUs) in over 105 hospitals in every Canadian province and territory.
Team Mouat’s Charity of Choice: Charlie Boy’s Cancer Fundraiser
Charlie is a close friend of Team Mouat’s who is currently battling with Stage 4 nodular malignant melanoma (form of skin cancer). Team Mouat is joining Charlie’s fight to raise funds for research and development leading to more trials, as well as raising awareness of this rare disease.