In a decisive match at the 2025 PointsBet Invitational, Team Jacobs showcased their powerful gameplay against the reigning Canadian U-20 champions, Team Calan MacIsaac. The match, held in Calgary, ended with a commanding score of 12-0 in favor of Team Jacobs.
Highlights of the Match
Brad Jacobs, the leader of Team Jacobs, expressed satisfaction with the team’s performance. They quickly established a significant lead of 9-0 heading into the fifth end. The team’s strategy paid off, as they maintained consistent pressure on their opponents throughout the game.
Key Players and Performance
- Brad Jacobs – Skip
- Marc Kennedy – Vice-Skip
- Brett Gallant – Second
- Ben Hebert – Lead
- Paul Webster – Coach
Despite the loss, MacIsaac’s team, which includes Nathan Gray, Owain Fisher, and Christopher McCurdy, remains focused on their upcoming challenge at the 2026 World Junior Curling Championships in Tårnby, Denmark. McCurdy marked his 19th birthday during the event, noting the experience gained from competing against seasoned curlers like Jacobs.
Other Notable Matches
In additional matches on Thursday evening, Team Matt Dunstone from Winnipeg won against Team Sam Mooibroek with a score of 9-6. Team Mike McEwen also secured a victory, defeating Team Jordon McDonald 8-4. Furthermore, Team John Epping continued their winning streak with a 9-3 victory over Team Koe.
Women’s Competition
The lone women’s match saw Team Rachel Homan from Ottawa triumph over Team Kaitlyn Lawes, winning 8-3 in eight ends.
Points and Standings
The tournament employs a unique scoring system, where:
- Victories in regulation earn three points.
- Draw-to-the-button tiebreaker wins yield two points.
- One point is awarded to teams losing in tiebreakers.
- No points are allotted for regulation losses.
As the competition continues, Team Jacobs aims to refine their skills in preparation for the 2025 Montana’s Canadian Curling Trials, with a strong emphasis on growth and learning rather than immediate victory.
Upcoming Matches
The 2025 PointsBet Invitational will resume with games scheduled for Friday at 1:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Mountain Time. Fans can follow live scores, standings, and statistics for the event on El-Balad.
Coverage of the tournament will be available through TSN and RDS, ensuring fans stay informed on all developments. Ticket information can be found on the official curling website.
