2026 Olympic & PARALYMPIC Hub
Welcome to our hub for all things curling during the 2026 Milano-Cortina Olympic Games. Whether you’re a new fan who wants to learn more, looking to try the sport for the first time, a seasoned player, or a club leader looking for ways to grow your membership, we’re here to help.
THERE ARE ALL KINDS OF WAYS TO BE A PART OF THE SPORT.
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Get started curling with our Class of 2026 Membership. For just $10 you will get a discount on USA Curling apparel and merchandise, and find out why curling is the best community in sports.
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This is our month-long initiative to promote interest in curling among high school students.
If you’re in high school—maybe you play a sport that counts winter as its off-season—and you’re curious about a sport that could take you all the way to the Olympics, visit the website of your local club to find out when they’re planning to host sessions just for you.
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Have you found yourself transfixed by curling? But maybe you have a few questions or you would just like to hear about the sport from people who play it? Clubs across the country are hosting Watch Parties throughout the Games.
Follow us for announcements about National Watch Parties, or reach out to your local club to see what other events they’re hosting.
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Wondering when to catch the next live match up? Or when you can watch curling on cable? Information about live streaming, prime-time rebroadcasts, and more (including more ways to watch after The Games!) is available on our Watch Curling page.
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You’ve seen it on TV and now you’re ready to try it for yourself. There are more than 150 clubs across the country, we bet curling might be closer than you think!
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You’ve got questions and we’ve got answers! If you’re looking for more information about the rules, mechanics, lingo, and even how to get started, check out our Intro to Curling guide.
Meet the Teams.
The United States is represented by teams in all three Olympic disciplines and both Paralympic disciplines. Only five countries have qualified teams in all disciplines.
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Teams consist of two players—one female and one male. Team USA consists of Cory Thiesse and Korey Dropkin. They are coached by Cathy Overton-Clapham.
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In the traditional game, each team has four players on the ice at positions that reflect their throwing order. They also have an alternate who can start any game or come off the bench during the game. The Team USA Men’s Team is Aidan Oldenburg (Lead), Ben Richardson (Second), Luc Violette (Vice), Danny Casper (Skip). Rich Ruohenen is the Alternate. They are coached by Jordan Moulton.
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In the traditional game, each team has four players on the ice at positions that reflect their throwing order. They also have an alternate who can start any game or come off the bench during the game. The Team USA Women’s Team is Taylor Anderson-Heidi (Lead), Tara Peterson (Second), Cory Thiesse (Vice), Tabitha Peterson (Skip). Aileen Geving is their Alternate. They are coached by Cathy Overton-Clapham.
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A new discipline in 2026, Wheelchair Mixed Doubles teams have one female player and one male player. Team USA will be Laura Dwyer and Steve Emt. They are coached by Pete Annis.
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Teams consist of five players of both genders. Four players will be on the ice during each game. The Team USA Wheelchair Mixed Team is Matthew Thums, Oyuna Uranchimeg, Sean O’Neill, Dan Rose, and Katie Verderber. They are coached by Clare Moores.