Duluth Curling Club Cheers Hometown Olympians After Team USA Wins Silver

Excitement and pride filled the Duluth Curling Club Tuesday night as fans gathered to watch two hometown athletes compete at the Olympics. The crowd cheered on Korey and Cory as they skated through the mixed doubles curling competition, ultimately earning a silver medal for Team USA.

The watch party kept fans on edge until the final moments of the match. While there was some disappointment when the competition ended, applause quickly followed as supporters celebrated the athletes’ achievement and the historic significance of the medal.

Club members say the silver medal represents years of dedication and hard work. Katherine Gerzina of the Duluth Curling Club said seeing the duo reach the Olympic stage was a powerful moment for the entire organization, noting that the club is proud of them regardless of the final result.

The medal is a first for Team USA curling in several categories and marks the second Olympic medal earned by members of the Duluth Curling Club in recent years. Supporters say the success of Korey and Cory has helped spark growing interest in curling throughout the region.

Club leaders anticipate that Duluth’s profile in the curling world will continue to rise, fueled by the momentum and visibility created by this Olympic run. Many believe the achievement will inspire a new generation of curlers to take up the sport locally.

The Duluth Curling Club last celebrated an Olympic medal in 2018, making this latest silver another milestone for the organization and the community that supports it.

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