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How is Curling Scored? [Basics of Scoring in Curling]

Scoring in curling is based on the position of the stones in the circular target at the end of the sheet of ice. The goal is to have your team’s stones closer to the center (the button) than the opposing team’s stones at the end of each round (called an “end”). A game of curling […]

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Is Curling Always Played on Ice? [3 Ice Alternatives]

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At first glance, you might assume that curling is always played on ice. However, the sport has adapted over the years. You can play curling outdoors without ice on a specialized mat. Alternatively, you can play indoors on a synthetic surface that mimics ice. It’s even possible to get curling sets designed to work on

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