BC’s Ina Forrest is set to once again represent Canada on the world curling stage.
The Spallumcheen, BC, curler has been named to Team Canada for the 2024 World Wheelchair Curling Championship in Gangnueng, South Korea.
“After a thorough selection process, these athletes have earned the opportunity to represent Canada at the world championships on the basis of their dedicated training and high-calibre play at competitions during the fall,” said head coach Mick Lizmore.
“This year’s teams represent a mix of experience and newer players to the national program. We are excited to attempt to build upon last year’s podium performances.”
Forrest will be joined by Mark Ideson (London, ON), Jon Thurston (Dunsford, ON), Gilbert Dash (Wolseley, SK) and Chrissy Molnar (Trent Lakes, ON).
Team Canada will be looking to improve on its silver-medal finish at the 2023 event held in Richmond, BC.
Forrest is no stranger to the international curling scene.
She has competed in a plethora of world championships and has won two gold and two bronze medals at the Paralympics.
“We are fortunate to have a depth of strong players in Canada, but it also makes the selection process that much more difficult,” said Lizmore.
The 2024 World Wheelchair Curling Championship is set to take place March 10-16.
