Russ Howard facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Russ HowardCM, ONL |
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| Born | February 19, 1956 |
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| Member Association |  Ontario (1979–1998) New Brunswick (1998–2010) Saskatchewan (2020) |
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| Brier appearances | 14 (1980, 1986, 1987, 1989, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1999, 2000, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2009) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top CTRS ranking | 12th (2004–05) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Grand Slam victories | 0 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Russell W. "Russ" Howard is a famous Canadian curler and Olympic champion. He was born on February 19, 1956, in Midland, Ontario. Russ is known for his unique voice and his many achievements in curling.
He has competed in the Brier 14 times, winning the title twice. He is also a two-time world champion, winning in 1987 and 1993. A big moment in his career was winning a gold medal at the 2006 Winter Olympics. Today, Russ Howard works as a curling expert and commentator for TSN.
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Russ Howard's Curling Career
Russ Howard has had an amazing career in curling, marked by many wins and important changes to the sport. He is known for his skill and leadership on the ice.
Winning Olympic Gold in 2006
In 2005, Russ Howard joined Brad Gushue's team for the Canadian Olympic Trials. Even though he was usually a "skip" (the team captain who calls the shots), he played as "second" for Gushue's team. The team, including Jamie Korab and Mark Nichols, won the trials. This meant they would represent Canada at the 2006 Winter Olympics.
At the 2006 Olympics in Turin, Italy, they made history. They won the gold medal by beating Finland 10–4 in the final game. This was the first time a Canadian men's curling team had ever won Olympic gold. Russ Howard was 50 years old during these Olympics, making him the oldest Canadian to win an Olympic gold medal.
The "Moncton Rule" and Fair Play
Russ Howard is also famous for creating a rule known as the "Moncton Rule." This rule later became the "free guard zone" rule. It is now a key part of international and Olympic curling rules. This rule makes the game more exciting and strategic. Many believe that without this rule, curling might not have become an Olympic sport in the 1990s.
Hall of Fame Inductions
Russ Howard's achievements have been recognized with several inductions into sports halls of fame. In 2006, he was inducted into the New Brunswick Sports Hall of Fame. He joined Canada's Sports Hall of Fame in 2013. In 2015, he was named a Member of the Order of Canada and also entered the WCF Hall of Fame. These honors show his lasting impact on the sport.
Russ Howard's Brier Records
The Brier is Canada's national men's curling championship. Russ Howard has appeared in the Brier 14 times, which was a record for many years. He also played more games at the Brier than any other player for a long time. His brother, Glenn Howard, later tied and then broke some of these records. Russ still holds one of the top spots for most Brier appearances and games played.
Becoming a Curling Commentator
In 2001, Russ Howard began a new part of his career in broadcasting. He started working as an analyst for TSN's coverage of curling events, including the Brier. Since 2008, he has been a regular voice on TSN, providing expert commentary. He also worked as a commentator for the 2010 Vancouver Olympic Winter Games.
Russ Howard's Family Life
Curling runs in Russ Howard's family. His brother, Glenn Howard, is also a very well-known curler. Russ's daughter, Ashley Howard, is also a competitive curler. She is currently the executive director of CurlSask, which is the main organization for curling in Saskatchewan.
Outside of curling, Russ used to work as a real estate agent. He also coached curling in Switzerland. In 2019, he moved to Regina, Saskatchewan, to be closer to his children.
See also
In Spanish: Russell Howard para niños
