Kelsey Rocque at the Scotties
Carberry has deep roots in the sport of Curling and has celebrated many local curlers. During big bonspiels many of the town's residents are glued to their TVs and the talk around town is all about the latest curling scores and matches. During last weekend's Scotties we were proud to be cheering on one of our newest community members. Kelsey Rocque met Braden Calvert at the World Juniors and moved out to join him in Carberry two years ago. Kelsey grew up in Fort Saskatchewan Alberta and started curling at 13. Curling became a passion for her at a young age, the sport has brought her many rewards and a close knit community. Kelsey, two time World Jr Champion Skip was picked up by Team Cameron for the 2024 Scott Tournament of Hearts in Calgary to replace expecting second Taylor McDonald. Rocque, who plays third for Assiniboine’s Beth Peterson was called to fill in. Rocque, a former skip out of Alberta who used to play with McDonald, after a 9-8 loss to Kaitlyn Lawes in the provincial final Kelsey was eager for the opportunity.
Kelsey is currently practicing out of Winnipeg and joins Braden in mixed doubles here in Carberry. She is enjoying curling locally at the Carberry Curling Rink for our women’s curling team and has plans to become involved with our junior curlers. Kelsey and Braden will be wed here in Carberry in June and she is looking forward to their upcoming social. Welcome to Carberry Kelsey, we hope to be cheering you on for many years to come!
Jolene Balciunas, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Neepawa Banner & Press
