Bottcher Returns to Skipping Role with New Team Lineup
Alberta-born Brendan Bottcher is set to return to his role as skip, announcing a new team lineup Monday that includes Geoff Walker and brothers Tanner and Jacob Horgan.
From Second to Skip: A New Chapter for Bottcher
Bottcher, 34, previously skipped his own team, achieving success including a bronze medal at the Brier in 2022 and a world junior gold medal. For the past two seasons, he served as second for Brad Gushue’s Newfoundland and Labrador team, contributing to a Montana’s Brier win.
Gushue’s Retirement Paves the Way
This move comes as Brad Gushue prepares for retirement after the current season.
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Horgan Brothers Join the Ranks
Tanner and Jacob Horgan, formerly part of John Epping’s team for the past two seasons, will join Bottcher and Walker. They did not qualify for the Brier this year. Jacob Horgan will play third, and Tanner Horgan will be the second on the new team.
Walker Continues with Bottcher
Geoff Walker, who was the lead for Gushue’s team, will continue to play with Bottcher in this new configuration.
Looking Ahead
Bottcher’s return to skipping duties marks an exciting new chapter for the Alberta curler and his teammates. The team’s future performance will be closely watched by curling fans across Canada.
FAQ
- Who is skipping the new team? Brendan Bottcher.
- Who are the other members of the team? Geoff Walker, Tanner Horgan, and Jacob Horgan.
- What was Bottcher’s role on Brad Gushue’s team? He was the second.
- Why is Bottcher returning to skipping? Brad Gushue is retiring.
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