Shorty Jenkins Curling Classic Returns September 10-14

Cornwall Ontario – The world’s top curlers are coming to Cornwall in September for the 2025 AMJ Shorty Jenkins Classic.

Hosted at the Cornwall Curling Centre, the Shorty Jenkins Classic will kick off on Wednesday, September 10th and continue through the week, culminating with the semi-finals and finals on Sunday, September 14th.

The Shorty Jenkins Classic is a highlight of the world curling calendar, with organizers typically receiving applications from dozens of teams wanting to play in the tournament. The bonspiel attracts world champion and Olympic athletes from around the world. Past participants have included talented Canadians such as Brad Gushue, Jennifer Jones, Brad Jacobs, Rachel Homan and Scott Howard in addition to top athletes from the USA and Europe. Cornwall’s own Mat Camm is also a regular at the tournament as a member of Team Howard.

“We are very excited for the return of this premier event here in my hometown,” said Mat Camm, who curls Third on Team Howard. “The strength of the competitors that this event attracts is invaluable in our pursuit of ranking points, helping us to qualify for the Brier and the next Olympic Trials.

Ticket Info

Tickets are sold as day passes or as an event pass for the 4 days of curling. Day passes start at $25 and an event pass (all days) can be secured for $100 plus tax. Tickets can be purchased on the Shorty Jenkins Website.

About the Shorty

The AMJ Campbell Shorty Jenkins Curling Classic is one of the longest running professional curling events in Canada and features one of the highest combined purses. It was not held from 2020 to 2022 due to the pandemic. This will be the 26th year for the Shorty Jenkins Curling Classic and the eighth year being held in Cornwall. The bonspiel is named in honor of Shorty Jenkins, who was widely regarded as one of the most innovative and influential ice makers in the sport of curling.

About the Cornwall Curling Centre

One of Ontario’s oldest curling clubs enjoys a modern, state-of-the-art curling facility on the banks of the beautiful St. Lawrence River in Cornwall. The facility sports six sheets of ice that are in constant use by adults and kids alike. The Centre is located at 220 Water Street East, next to the Cornwall Aquatic Centre and Cornwall Civic Complex. Ample free parking is available.

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