It's a bit overwhelming when you don't know where to start. I called on advise from curling friends, and started to put out some "feelers" to figure out what to do next.
I did a LOT of research. I found information on rules and procedures for earning "points" needed to qualify teams to qualify for Nationals. I looked at many club web sites to find out information on their competitive leagues and membership options. I did a lot of surfing, and a lot of reading.
I immediately started to work on becoming a better individual curler and athlete. I have thrown stones every day since March. 8th. (That's easy, since I work a half mile from a curling club, and can easily spend my lunch hours throwing stones while we still have ice.)
I started exercising, and came up with a training schedule for curling and becoming more physically fit. I am going to work hard in the off-season to build strength, endurance, and flexibility (which is not an issue). I plan to contine a workout schedule throughout the curling season as well.
I started trying to plan possibilities for league play and practice in the fall. I lined up friends for practice buddies to work with during lunches, and on weekends in the Fall. I am attempting to find bonspiels during the summer so that I can at least get some ice time in the off-season.
My goal is to curl at a national level within a couple years. I will work every day to make that happen. I have been keeping a notebook of my progress, my schedule, and reasearch findings. I still have a daunting trail ahead, but am prepared to work hard to acheive my goals.
The Curling News printed an article about "getting commited now." Well I'm ready...Commit Me!
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