The Honourable Andrew Furey, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, and the Honourable Steve Crocker, Minister of Tourism, Culture, Arts and Recreation, are congratulating Newfoundland and Labrador’s Team Gushue on winning the bronze medal for Canada at the 2022 Olympic Winter Games in Beijing.
Team Gushue defeated reigning Olympic champion the United States at the Ice Cube in Friday’s bronze medal game in men’s curling in Beijing.
Team Gushue earned the right to represent Canada in men’s curling at the Olympics by winning the Tim Hortons Canadian Curling Trials in November 2021. The team consists of members Brad Gushue (skip), Mark Nichols (third), Brett Gallant (second), Geoff Walker (lead), alternate Marc Kennedy and coaches Jules Owchar and Jeff Thomas.
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“Newfoundland and Labrador couldn’t be prouder of everything these athletes accomplished, and everything they represent. They exhibited resilience, sportsmanship and resolve to overcome obstacles and make the podium representing Canada at the Olympic Games. They are also true ambassadors for our beautiful province. Congratulations!”
Honourable Andrew Furey
Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador
“Newfoundland and Labrador, along with the rest of the country, congratulate Team Canada. You played hard and strong, and remained resilient through it all. Team Gushue will always be number one in our hearts and minds. You have made all of Newfoundland and Labrador proud with your bronze medal performance at the Winter Olympics.”
Honourable Steve Crocker
Minister of Tourism, Culture, Arts and Recreation
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