2024 PointsBet Invitational Final will take place from September 25 to 29, 2024, at the Markin MacPhail Centre in Canada Olympic Park, Calgary. After a thrilling week of competition, the field of 16 women’s teams has narrowed down to two, following an intense Final 4 showdown on Saturday at the WinSport Event Centre.
Among the top contenders is Kayla Skrlik, who made history by leading her Calgary-based team to the final with a decisive victory over Winnipeg’s Kate Cameron. Skrlik's team demonstrated resilience, battling through six ends of singles trading with Cameron before a pivotal seventh-end score of three points gave them a 6-3 lead, setting the stage for their win after nine ends.
"That feels great," Skrlik remarked after the match. "We knew going in that it was going to be a battle right to the final, and I’m glad we could pull it off." The seventh-end momentum swing was critical in turning the tide, as Skrlik's team seized control of the game.
The 2024 PointsBet Invitational offers a knockout-style format featuring top-tier teams from across Canada, competing for a prestigious title and significant prize money. Teams earn $3,000 for a first-round win, $6,000 for advancing to the quarterfinals, $12,000 for reaching the semifinals, and a grand prize of $24,000 for Sunday’s champions in both the men's and women's divisions. The total potential earnings for the victorious teams amount to $50,000.
This tournament holds major significance as teams sharpen their skills with an eye toward the upcoming Olympic trials. In addition to the women's final, the men’s competition is also heating up, with Kevin Koe skipping a three-man team and top contenders like Rachel Homan defending their title.
The 2024 PointsBet Invitational promises to be an exciting event for curling fans, offering a glimpse of Canada’s finest talent in action. Be sure to tune in to catch the final matchups and see which teams will take home the coveted title and top prize.
For more updates and results, stay connected with all the action from the 2024 PointsBet Invitational!
Among the top contenders is Kayla Skrlik, who made history by leading her Calgary-based team to the final with a decisive victory over Winnipeg’s Kate Cameron. Skrlik's team demonstrated resilience, battling through six ends of singles trading with Cameron before a pivotal seventh-end score of three points gave them a 6-3 lead, setting the stage for their win after nine ends.
"That feels great," Skrlik remarked after the match. "We knew going in that it was going to be a battle right to the final, and I’m glad we could pull it off." The seventh-end momentum swing was critical in turning the tide, as Skrlik's team seized control of the game.
The 2024 PointsBet Invitational offers a knockout-style format featuring top-tier teams from across Canada, competing for a prestigious title and significant prize money. Teams earn $3,000 for a first-round win, $6,000 for advancing to the quarterfinals, $12,000 for reaching the semifinals, and a grand prize of $24,000 for Sunday’s champions in both the men's and women's divisions. The total potential earnings for the victorious teams amount to $50,000.
This tournament holds major significance as teams sharpen their skills with an eye toward the upcoming Olympic trials. In addition to the women's final, the men’s competition is also heating up, with Kevin Koe skipping a three-man team and top contenders like Rachel Homan defending their title.
The 2024 PointsBet Invitational promises to be an exciting event for curling fans, offering a glimpse of Canada’s finest talent in action. Be sure to tune in to catch the final matchups and see which teams will take home the coveted title and top prize.
For more updates and results, stay connected with all the action from the 2024 PointsBet Invitational!