The highly anticipated 2024 PointsBet Invitational will be held at Calgary’s WinSport Event Centre, bringing together the best men’s and women’s curling teams from across Canada for an exhilarating, high-stakes competition. Known for its sudden-death, single-elimination format, the tournament guarantees intense matchups where every shot counts.
The 2024 edition is set to take place from September 25 to 29, marking the start of the competitive curling season and setting the stage for teams to battle it out for a share of the $350,000 prize pool. Fans can expect thrilling curling action as top-ranked teams aim to make their mark ahead of the 2026 Winter Olympics.
2024 PointsBet Invitational Start Time
Start time: 2:00 pm
Date: Wednesday, September 25
End Time: 12:00 pm
Date: Sunday, September 29
The 2024 PointsBet Invitational will kick off on Wednesday, September 25 at 2:00 pm, with some of the top curling teams in Canada competing in this high-stakes event. The tournament will conclude on Sunday, September 29 at 12:00 pm, wrapping up a thrilling week of action.
What channel is the 2024 PointsBet Invitational?
The 2024 PointsBet Invitational will be on TSN for the entire tournament.
Fans can either watch live on TSN, or stream the competition on TSN.ca or on the Fanfantic everywhere
Where is the PointsBet Invitational Venue 2024
Host city: Calgary, Alberta
Arena: WinSport Event Centre
The 2024 PointsBet Invitational will be hosted in the vibrant city of Calgary, Alberta, a hub for major sporting events in Canada. The tournament will take place at the WinSport Event Centre, a premier venue known for its world-class facilities and its location within Canada Olympic Park. This arena provides the perfect backdrop for the fast-paced, high-stakes curling competition, ensuring an unforgettable experience for both athletes and fans.
Watch PointsBet Invitational curling in Canada or USA
TV Channel: TSN1/TSN2/TSN3
Streaming network: FanFanatics (ANYWHERE)
All of the games will be televised on the Curling Channel; please note that geo-blocking might be activated.
It can be beneficial to use FanFanatics to view the complete event. You can watch the entire curling competition live on FanFanatics from anywhere in the globe, including Canada.
Top Curling Teams to Compete for Over $350,000
Sixteen men’s and sixteen women’s teams will compete for a total prize purse exceeding $350,000. The competition format is single-elimination, with teams needing to win each match to advance. The event also serves as the kickoff for the 2024-25 competitive curling season, which is crucial for Canadian teams vying for spots in the 2026 Winter Olympics.
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Qualification Criteria for 2024 PointsBet Invitational
The teams include:
- Top 10 men’s and women’s teams from the 2023-24 Canadian Team Ranking System (CTRS).
- The 2023-24 Alberta champions (Team Selena Sturmay for women, Team Aaron Sluchinski for men).
- Champions from the 2024 New Holland Canadian Under 21 Championships, Canadian Colleges Athletic Association/Curling Canada College Championships, U SPORTS/Curling Canada Canadian University Championships, and the Curling Canada Under-25 NextGen Classic.
- The 2023 Everest Canadian Curling Club Champions (Team Abby Burgess for women, Team Dan Sherrard for men).
In cases where a championship-winning team is already among the top 10 CTRS teams, the next highest-ranked non-qualified team will be selected.
2024 PointsBet Invitational Tournament Prize Distribution
All 32 teams will receive $5,000 to cover travel and accommodations, and additional earnings for each round they advance:
- $3,000 for a first-round win,
- $6,000 for a quarterfinal win,
- $12,000 for a semifinal win,
- $24,000 for the championship win.
Both the men’s and women’s champions will walk away with $50,000 each.
2024 Top Men’s Teams – CTRS Standings
1. Brad Gushue – Newfoundland and Labrador
2. Brad Jacobs – Alberta
3. Mike McEwen – Saskatchewan
4. Matt Dunstone – Manitoba
5. Kevin Koe – Alberta
6. Reid Carruthers – Manitoba
7. Aaron Sluchinski – Alberta
8. Rylan Kleiter – Saskatchewan
9. Karsten Sturmay – Alberta
10. John Epping – Ontario
11. Sam Mooibroek – Ontario
12. Glenn Howard – Ontario
13. Owen Purcell – Nova Scotia
14. Ryan Wiebe – Manitoba
15. Catlin Schneider – British Columbia
16. Félix Asselin – Quebec
2024 Top Women’s Teams – CTRS Standings
1. Rachel Homan – Ontario
2. Chelsea Carey – Manitoba
3. Kerri Einarson – Manitoba
4. Kaitlyn Lawes – Manitoba
5. Selena Sturmay – Alberta
6. Kate Cameron – Manitoba
7. Danielle Inglis – Ontario
8. Corryn Brown – British Columbia
9. Serena Gray-Withers – Alberta
10. Kayla Skrlik – Alberta
11. Jolene Campbell – Saskatchewan
12. Ashley Thevenot – Saskatchewan
2024 PointsBet Invitational Schedule
Individual Women’s and Men’s Schedule available below
1:00 PM Women’s Sweep 16
A Kaitlyn Lawes vs. Taylor Reese-Hansen
B Selena Sturmay vs. Ashley Thevenot
C Rachel Homan vs. Gabby Wood
D Corryn Brown vs. Serena Gray-Withers
6:00 PM Men’s Sweep 16
A Matt Dunstone vs. Jordon McDonald
B Kevin Koe vs. Josh Bryden
C Brad Gushue vs. Dan Sherrard
D Rylan Kleiter vs. Sam Mooibroek
Thursday, September 26
1:00 PM Women’s Sweep 16
A Kate Cameron vs. Jolene Campbell
B Kerri Einarson vs. Allyson MacNutt
C Chelsea Carey vs. Abby Burgess
D Danielle Inglis vs. Kayla Skrlik
6:00 PM Men’s Sweep 16
A Reid Carruthers vs. Félix Asselin
B Mike McEwen vs. Kenan Wipf
C Brad Jacobs vs. Jacob Dobson
D Aaron Sluchinski vs. Owen Purcell
Friday, September 27
1:00 PM Women’s Elite 8
A TBD vs. TBD
B TBD vs. TBD
C TBD vs. TBD
D TBD vs. TBD
8:00 PM Men’s Elite 8
A TBD vs. TBD
B TBD vs. TBD
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D TBD vs. TBD
Saturday, September 28
1:00 PM Women’s Final 4
B TBD vs. TBD
C TBD vs. TBD
8:00 PM Men’s Final 4
B TBD vs. TBD
C TBD vs. TBD
Sunday, September 29
10:00 AM Women’s Final
C TBD vs. TBD
3:00 PM Men’s Final
C TBD vs. TBD
The teams are packed with seasoned curlers, each aiming for glory at the PointsBet Invitational. Keep an eye on these top performers.
