The semifinals of the 2026 Montana’s Brier feature a compelling matchup as Brad Jacobs of Sault Ste. Marie faces off against former teammates. The stakes are high, with the winner advancing to the final to compete against Alberta’s Kevin Koe.
Brad Jacobs vs. Former Teammates
In an exciting semifinal, Jacobs secured his spot after overcoming Manitoba’s Braden Calvert. He achieved this victory in the 3v4 Page playoff game Saturday night. In the earlier 1v2 Page playoff, Alberta’s Kevin Koe defeated Matt Dunstone 9-7 in an extra end.
Semifinal Showdown Details
- Event: 2026 Montana’s Brier Semifinal
- Participants: Brad Jacobs vs. Matt Dunstone
- Date: Sunday afternoon
- Final Opponent: Kevin Koe
Brad Jacobs’ journey to the semifinals included a significant win against the hometown favorite, Brad Gushue. Jacobs triumphed with a score of 7-5, taking control in the sixth end with a crucial three-point score.
Competitive Highlights
The game against Gushue marked the end of Gushue’s competitive curling career, as he previously announced this season would be his last. He acknowledged Jacobs and his team’s strong performance, noting they did not allow for many scoring opportunities.
- Jacobs’ Team:
- Third: Marc Kennedy
- Second: Brett Gallant
- Lead: Ben Hebert
- Gushue’s final game: Ended his competitive career.
Dunstone expressed eagerness about facing Jacobs for a place in the final. He highlighted the challenge of competing against the Olympic champions. The winner of this match will represent Canada at the upcoming World Men’s Curling Championship in Utah.
As the tournament progresses, the excitement builds around this significant semifinal clash. Fans eagerly anticipate the showdown as Jacobs eyes a return to the final stage of the Brier.
