FAQ Frequently Asked Questions - Internet Curling Club

Subject: Set Up for Little Rocks

Question:
We have a Little Rock curling program at the Gage Curling Club in oromocto. This year we have quite a few younger and smaller curlers than we had in past years. We have a sheet divider and are in the process of setting up a half sheet. Are there any special or different rules for the half sheet division of Little Rocks? Do they throw 8 rocks or 4? Anything special we need to do?

Answer:
That is great the little rock children will have a great time. This young age group is the key to our sport growing over the next few years.

I suspect you have the hack in the middle of the sheet now and some little rock stones to play with?

There is now real difference in the rules of play. What is the most important part is the children are having fun. What we have found is that in half sheet curling you should only use one stone per player. So 4 rocks per team. This way when they finish an end it is not a big task for the children to bring the rocks back to the throwing end. The other part is to lessen the ends to 4 or 6 so that you can have quick games and change the positions and teams around to create more fun and excitement for the children. Then best thing to do for them is keep it simple so the excitement level is high. Don't worry about the rules to much just let them throw the stones, do some sweeping and have fun. As you see their inquisitive nature come out then you can add more information about the rules and etiquette.

Hope this some help to you?

Sincerely,
Team ICC