The Spirit of Curling is known for good sportsmanship and a strong community. With the Olympics coming and the growing number of clubs, we think, after this puzzle you just may want to join a club, pick up a stone, or yell “Hurry Hard!” So much to learn about the sport, it is no wonder many things have gone amiss.

Were you able to find the 33 differences between the puzzle you assembled and the box image?

Spirit of Curling Revealed:
Refer to box art below for location of each of these changes.

1.    Musical notes are coming out of the bagpipes

2.    Bagpiper’s hat gets an emblem and feather

3.    Solid yellow circle behind the bagpiper becomes transparent rings in shades of yellow

4.    Silhouette of a new curler appears in the scene

5.    These two curling figures change sides

6.    Boom handles change color to a darker blue

7.    Color of the red and blue rings in the target area switch places

8.    Player’s hat is now blue and has the USA Curling logo

9.    There are now 2 red stones and 1 yellow stone on the sheet

10. Red and blue rings switch, red stone appears, yellow stone moves and so did the player (slightly!)

11. A red stone moves closer to the house, and a yellow stone is added just past the hog line

12. PEBBLED AND NIPPED NICE ICE badge appears here

13. BROOMSTACKING banner is added, along with two pints of beer

14. Blue and red rings in the target area switch places

15. Color of player silhouette changes to greyscale

16. This stone changes to red...

17. and a yellow stone moves into play

18. Player’s headband changes from yellow to red

19. Color of jersey changes from blue to red

20. Words change on the jersey to YOU HAD ME AT BONSPIEL

21. Stone number is now 5

22. Broom handle has stripes

23. Two outer flags switch places

24. Sleeves on both players’ jackets change color, along with the shoulder stripe and patches appear on the sleeves

25. This player’s hair color changes from blonde to brown

26. Score changes

27. Sign changes to SLIPPERY WHEN SWEPT

28. GAME OF STONES appears on the sheet

29. Team logos shuffle and two more (Denver and Dallas) appear

30. Color of the team jackets change from blue to white

31. Podium color changes to light blue and has CHAMPIONS on it

32. Red and blue rings in the target area switch places

33. Rings in shades of blue appear here in the background

Were you able to find all the changes?

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Answers to Curling Trivia:

1.    What is the playing surface in curling called?
Sheet – It’s a long, narrow stretch of ice specially prepared for curling.

2.    What is the target area called?
The house – It looks like a bullseye and is where teams try to land their stones for points.

3.    How many players are on a standard curling team?
Four – Each team has a lead, second, third (or vice), and skip

4.    What is the name of the player who throws the last two stones?
Skip – The team captain who usually calls the strategy and makes the big shots.

5.    What does "hog line" refer to in curling?
A line stones must be released before crossing – If you hold on too long, it’s a foul!

6.    What do players yell when they want their teammates to sweep?
"Hurry hard!" – It’s a classic curling call to sweep fast and influence the stone’s path.

7.    What is a "bonspiel"?
A curling tournament – Often social and competitive, with fun traditions.

8.    What’s it called when a team scores all 8 stones in one end?
An eight-ender – Extremely rare and basically a perfect end.

9.    What country is considered the birthplace of curling?
Scotland – Curling started on frozen ponds there in the 1500s.

10. What is the name of the equipment used to sweep the ice?
Broom or brush – Modern versions are high-tech and help control the stone.

11. How much does a standard curling stone weigh (in pounds)?
Approximately 42 pounds – Made of granite and shaped to glide smoothly on the ice.

12. What’s the term for a stone that curves around a guard?
Draw or curl shot – A precise move that takes advantage of the stone’s natural curl.

13. What is “the hammer” in curling?
The last stone of the end – A big advantage, often used to score key points.

14. What does it mean to “burn a stone”?
Accidentally touching a moving stone – Usually means the stone is removed from play.

15. What material are most curling stones made from?
Granite – Sourced mostly from Scotland and very durable for ice play.

16. What does “broomstacking” refer to in curling culture?
Post-game socializing or gathering – A tradition that highlights the friendly spirit of curing.

17. How long is a standard curling sheet (in feet)?
146 feet – Long enough for stones to curl and play out strategy

18. What is the purpose of sweeping in curling?
To reduce friction and control speed/direction – It helps guide the stone toward the target.

19. In what years did the USA Men’s Curling Team win Olympic medals?
2006 (bronze) and 2018 (gold) – 2018 was a huge underdog win.

20. What is the Spirit of Curling?
A code of ethics emphasizing sportsmanship, kindness, and honorable conduct on and off the ice -- It’s what makes curling such a respectful and unique sport.

 

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