The Henderson Metal Fall Classic, in its third year, has become a recognized stop on the international curling circuit, drawing top-tier international teams and highlighting Northern Ontario talent in Team Dunstone and Team Epping.
Hosted at the YNCU Curling Centre, this year's event features 18 teams, down from last year's 28 entries, but still among the strongest fields in the country.
Tournament organizers attribute the smaller draw to an unusually crowded global curling calendar, with pre-trials, the Pan Continental Championships, and Olympic qualification events taking place this fall.
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Author's summary: The Henderson Metal Fall Classic is growing as a major curling event.