Kemptville Mixed Doubles Fall Classic

Welcome

Thank you for joining us at the 2026 Kemptville Mixed Doubles Fall Classic! We are thrilled to host a competitive field of mixed doubles teams for an exciting weekend of curling. This document provides the event format, tie-breaking procedures, and other essential details to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for all participants. Please read through this information carefully before your first game.

Venue & Area Information

North Grenville Curling Club

200 Reuben Crescent, Box 1436
Kemptville, ON K0G 1J0

About Kemptville

Kemptville is a vibrant, growing community located approximately 56 km south of Ottawa, in the Municipality of North Grenville. Situated along the scenic Kemptville Creek (a tributary of the Rideau River), Kemptville offers a blend of small-town charm and modern amenities. The town's historic downtown has undergone significant revitalization, making it a hub for arts, culture, and heritage. Visitors can explore a variety of local shops, restaurants, and public spaces along the natural waterfront.

Event Format

• The first team listed will use RED rocks. Red Rocks will be considered first practice and will throw the clockwise rotation towards the glass.
• Round Robin with 4 pools of 5 teams.
• Each team will play 4 interpool games and 1 ranked crossover game.
• Top 2 records from each pool will make the playoffs.
• Teams will be reseeded for playoffs based on win-loss record followed by LSD totals.
• Head-to-head results will determine ties within pool standings when applicable.
• Playoff seeding tie-breakers based on Record, then Last Stone Draw (LSD) totals.
• This event will adhere to the World Curling Federation (WCF) rulebook. All equipment must comply with WCF regulations and be approved for use in official competition.
• The Last Stone Draw will begin 10 minutes prior to the scheduled game time if the ice is ready.
• If tied after 8 ends, a full extra end is played toward the glass.
• No tiebreaker games will be played. All ties will be resolved through the tie-breaking procedures outlined below.

Last Stone Draw (LSD)

Purpose

• First-end advantage for all games
• Ranking and seeding for playoff qualification and potential tie-breaking

Pre-Game LSD Procedure

• The first team listed will use RED rocks and throw clockwise rotation toward the glass.
• Teams alternate practice stones (2 per player: 1 away, 1 toward the glass).
• Each player then throws 1 draw to the button toward the glass.
• The combined distance determines the team with the lowest LSD total.
• The team with the lowest total chooses rock placement in the 1st end.

Measurement Details

• Measured to the nearest ¼ inch.
• A stone covering the pin scores 0 inches.
• A stone missing the rings scores 84 inches (6 feet + 1 foot).

Tied LSD Totals (Pre-Game)

If totals are tied after both LSD draws have been thrown, flip a coin.

Tie-Breaking System

• Teams are ranked using their best 9 of 10 LSD results from round robin play.
• Head-to-head results only apply when tied teams have played each other.
• If tied teams did not play each other, LSD totals determine the tie-break.
• If still tied, compare sequentially:
  • Best 8 of 10 totals
  • Best 7 of 10 totals
  • All 10 totals

Playoffs

Playoff Schedule (All games Sunday)

• Quarterfinals - 8:30 AM
• Semifinals - 12:00 PM
• Finals - 3:30 PM

Qualification & Seeding

• Top 2 from each pool based on win-loss record.
• Head-to-head results will be used when applicable. If ties remain, LSD totals will determine playoff qualification and seeding.
• Once the 8 teams are determined, they will be seeded using win-loss record and LSD totals.

Stone Placement Advantage

In all playoff games, the higher-ranked team gets the choice of stone handle color OR placement in the first end.

Playoff Practice Option

In all playoff games, the higher-seeded team will have the choice of stone handle colour OR stone placement in the first end.