The Western Open golf tournament returned to Brandon for the first time in 13-years and a pair of veteran golfers were victorious in claiming the two-man, flighted stroke play scramble. The tournament, held at the Wheat City Golf Course, got underway with a qualifying round Friday, followed by Saturday's flighted competition round. Ross Sheard + Kolby Day were crowned the tournament champions after posting rounds of 60 & 61 (121 total). Jarod Crane + Jordan Ludwig came in second place with a 126 total, followed by Jordan Trotter + Jared Jacobson at 128. Thirty-six teams took part in the tournament and the complete tournament results can be found here.

Following a very successful debut show in Brandon, Cloud 9 Wrestling will be making a return appearance to the Wheat City on Saturday, September 9th at the Great Western Roadhouse. The organization held an action packed six match card back on February 25, highlighted by a spirited main event pitting “Jacked Jesus” Tommy Lee Curtis against Canadian Hercules Tyler Colton. Cloud 9 based out of Minot, ND features the top stars from the American Midwest as well as the top stars from across Canada. Event info Doors open: 5:00PM Bell time: 6:05 PM Tickets $15 in advance, $20 at the door Kids 12 & Under $5 Advance tickets: c9wrestling.eventbrite.ca

Shanks Golf Brandon roughly 5 kilometers west of Brandon on the Trans Canada Highway is making very good progress. Owner Ross Sheard told BDNMB.CA that he expects to be fully operational before the end of November. Shanks will be very unique to Manitoba with a 300 yard year round driving range plus restaurant and bar. If you wish to apply for upcoming jobs you can check them out on Instagram. @shanks.golf.brandon

For the first time in 23 years, a Canadian Softball Championship (2023 U15 Girl's) will be held in Brandon from from August 9-13 at Ashley Neufeld Softball Complex. Twenty-Four teams from across the country will take to the diamond vying for the title, including the host club Westman Magic. Organizers are still looking to round out their volunteer shifts for the Canadian Championship, with a number of different volunteer opportunities available. For those who volunteer for 12hrs you will receive an entry pass for the whole tournament. For voluntgeeering opportunities please contact Alanna Black directly at allanablack9@gmail.com or 204-724-2228. Open Shifts Parking & 1 BBQ shift 8am-12pm Shifts that need filling Fri Parking 2 people Sat Parking 2 people Sun Parking 2 people 12pm-4pm Shifts that need filling Wed Parking 2 people Thur Parking 2 people Fri Parking 2 people Sat Parking 2 people Sun Parking 2 people 4pm-8pm Shifts that need filling Fri Parking 2 people Sat Parking 2 people Sat BBQ 1 person GameChanger Shifts Wed Aug 9 8:30am & 10:30am 1:00pm 2:30pm Thur Aug 10 10:00am & 12:00pm & 2:00pm Fri Aug 11 10:00am & 12:00pm 1:30pm 2:00pm & 4:30pm 3:00pm & 5:00pm Sat Aug 12 8:45am 9:00am 1:30pm 5:30pm Sun Aug 13 10:30am Scoreboard Shifts Wed Aug 9 1:00pm Fri Aug 11 9:30am & 11:30am & 1:30pm 12:30pm & 3:00pm 1:30pm & 3:30pm Sat Aug 12 8:30am & 10:30am & 1:30pm & 3:30pm & 5:30pm 8:45am & 1:30pm & 3:30pm & 5:30pm 9:00am & 1:30pm Sun Aug 13 10:00am 10:30am Announcer Shifts Wed Aug 9 9:00am 9:00am & 11:00am 12:30pm & 2:30pm 6:30pm 6:30pm Thur Aug 10 4:00pm Fri Aug 11 9:30am & 11:30am & 1:30pm 12:00pm & 2:00pm 5:30pm Sat Aug 12 8:45am & 10:45am 1:30pm & 3:30pm5:30pm 8:45am 3:30pm 9:00am 1:30pm Sun Aug 13 10:00am 10:30am 3:00pm

The Manitoba government is investing up to $450,000 to support Brandon’s Local Curling Host Committee to host the 2025 Roar of the Rings Olympic Curling Trials Sport, Culture and Heritage Minister Obby Khan announced today. “Manitoba has some of the best curlers in the country and we are proud to support the efforts of Brandon to bring this prestigious event to Manitoba,” said Khan. “Brandon has earned a reputation as an incredible curling host including hosting the 2019 Tim Hortons Brier, and I am confident in their ability to provide an incredible fan and visitor experience if they’re chosen to host Canada’s top curling talent in 2025.” The Manitoba government’s $450,000 commitment is being matched by the City of Brandon, with additional support from Travel Manitoba, Curl Manitoba and local partners. The last time Brandon hosted the Olympic Trials was in 1997, where the men’s and women’s teams went on to win silver and gold respectively at the Olympics, the minister noted. “We would be thrilled to host the Roar of the Rings Olympic Curling Trials in November 2025, and our city is the perfect choice with a passionate curling community,” said Mayor Jeff Fawcett, City of Brandon. “We have been honoured to host previous national competitions and work closely with our Local Curling Host Committee to provide an incredible experience for everyone involved. With support from the Manitoba government and our other local partners, the City of Brandon would welcome Canada’s top curling talent to show their skills in our great city in 2025.” The 2025 Roar of the Rings Olympic Curling Trials is scheduled for Nov. 22 to 30, and estimated to result in over $17.6 million in economic activities, including almost $2 million in provincial tax revenues. “The Canadian Curling Trials will showcase the absolute best curling you will ever see,” said Nate Andrews, member, Brandon’s Local Curling Host Committee. “The stakes are high and we know Brandon would be the perfect host for this event.” The Roar of the Rings Olympic Curling Trials are held every four years and feature Canada’s eight best curling teams in both male and female divisions. The winners go on to represent Canada at the 2026 Milano Corina Olympic Games. The 2021 Olympic Trials were held in Saskatoon.