Gushue Defeats Young 8-5

Brad Gushue’s rink continued its dominant run at the 2026 Brier, securing an 8-5 victory over fellow Newfoundland and Labrador skip Nathan Young on Monday night. The win keeps Gushue’s team undefeated with a 4-0 record.

A Battle of Newfoundland Pride

The Mary Brown’s Centre in St. John’s was filled with enthusiastic fans as the two Newfoundland teams faced off. The atmosphere was described as electric, with supporters cheering for both rinks throughout the game.

Key Moments and Strategy

Both teams exchanged the hammer in the opening four ends, with Young’s rink applying early pressure. Gushue noted a shift in momentum after stealing two points in the fifth end.

“I think we’re playing really well. Nathan and his team challenged us, they made some great shots early in the game to really hold them in it and force us to play well,”

Brad Gushue

Gushue similarly acknowledged the challenging ice conditions, stating his team is working to adapt.

“I thought we had a excellent game. A couple of misses, the ice was a little bit challenging tonight, more so than it was in the first three games. So, hopefully we receive that figured out, but overall I’m happy. 4-0, you can’t be too unhappy with that.”

Brad Gushue

Young Praises Gushue and Team

Despite the loss, Nathan Young expressed admiration for Gushue and his team.

Looking Ahead

Nathan Young (2-3) will face Ontario in their next match, while Brad Gushue will compete against Nova Scotia. Both games are scheduled for today at 2:30 PM.

FAQ

• What is Brad Gushue’s record at the Brier? Brad Gushue is currently 4-0.
• What is Nathan Young’s record at the Brier? Nathan Young is currently 2-3.
• Where is the Brier being held in 2026? The Brier is being held at the Mary Brown’s Centre in St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador.

Did you know? This marks a rare occasion where two teams from the same province have both achieved success early in the Brier tournament.