The AMJ Campbell Shorty Jenkins Classic (Sept. 10–14, 2025, Cornwall, Ontario) has grown into one of curling’s most prestigious early-season events. This year’s women’s field is stronger than ever, featuring world champions, national titleholders, and rising stars from across Canada, Europe, and Asia.

 

🇨🇦 Canadian Powerhouses on the Ice

Team Homan (Ottawa, Ontario)

Rachel Homan’s rink—Tracy Fleury, Emma Miskew, and Sarah Wilkes—are the team to beat.

Coming off:

• An undefeated 2025 Scotties Tournament of Hearts run (Homan shot 100% in the final).
• Back-to-back World Championship titles in South Korea.
• A coaching addition of curling legend Jennifer Jones.
• Team Homan enters Cornwall as the heavy favorite with unmatched momentum.

 

Other Canadian Contenders

 

Team Armstrong (Whitby, ON) – rising Ontario squad with skill and consistency.

Team Gardner (North Grenville, ON) – young team with hometown support.

Team Black (Halifax, NS) – Christina Black leads Atlantic Canada’s top entry.

Team MacMillan (Victoria, BC) – West Coast talent bringing youthful energy.

Team Mann (Gatineau, QC) – steady Quebec representation with tournament experience.

 

🌍 International Contenders Add Global Flair

 

This year’s field reflects curling’s growing international reach:

 

Team Dupont (Denmark) – Madeleine Dupont is a European veteran and former World finalist.

Team Morrison (Great Britain) – part of Scotland’s strong curling pipeline.

Team Schwaller (Switzerland) – Swiss rinks continue to impress on the global stage.

Team Ha Seung-youn (South Korea) – rising program known for precise shot-making.

Team Youbeen Park (South Korea) – another skilled Korean entry, boosting Asia’s presence.

 

🔑 Storylines to Watch

 

Can Anyone Stop Homan? Their dominance at national and international levels sets a high bar.  The International Challenge. Will Denmark, Switzerland, or Korea upset the Canadian favorites? Canada’s Next Generation. Armstrong, Gardner, and MacMillan are all chasing breakthrough wins.

 

📌 Why This Event Matters

 

The Shorty Jenkins Classic is more than a warm-up—it’s a preview of the curling season ahead. Results here often foreshadow performances at the Grand Slam of Curling, the Scotties, and even Worlds. With both veteran champions and emerging challengers in the field, every draw promises intrigue.

 

🥌 Final Takeaway

 

The 2025 Shorty Jenkins Classic women’s division is a showcase of curling’s best:

 

• Canadian legends like Team Homan.
• European challengers like Dupont and Morrison.
• Rising Asian squads pushing the sport forward.

 

Whether you’re a diehard fan or new to the sport, Cornwall is the place where the curling season truly heats up.

👉 Follow along with live scores and updates on CurlingZone and the Shorty Jenkins Classic official channels.