A curling family legacy: Carolyn Morris cheering for two sides in Fredericton
“The curling family” – it’s a phrase you often hear when fans and players talk about what makes their sport special.
But for one fan in the stands this week in Fredericton, the phrase holds an even deeper meaning.
Dual Gold Medallist, Dual Allegiance
Carolyn Morris is no stranger to success on the ice. She’s a two-time World Senior gold medallist – winning for Scotland in 2005 and for her native Canada in 2013, both career-defining moments.
Now, back in Fredericton, she’s traded her broom for a flag and is in the stands supporting both countries once again.
Her daughter-in-law, Cori Morris, plays lead for Team Canada, while her son-in-law, Tom Brewster, is skipping Team Scotland.
“It feels great to be back,” Carolyn says. “I’m on the other side of the boards this time, of course, but I’m just happy to be here to support my daughter-in-law and my son-in-law, both of them.”
“It’s just amazing to have the two countries that I love the most – Scotland and Canada – represented by us. To be here, cheering with my family and my friends, it’s great.”
When asked about her curling connections, Carolyn jokes, “they’re my outlaws!” she laughs.
But the curling legacy in her family runs deep — and wide.
Curling Across Generations
Carolyn’s son, Sean Morris (Cori’s husband), is a former World Junior champion. Her daughter, Kim Brewster (Tom’s wife), has competed internationally for Scotland at the World Championships and European Championships.
Cori and Tom bring even more star power to the family tree — both are Olympic silver medallists, and Tom is also a World Junior champion and a multi-time World and European medallist.
The curling excellence doesn’t stop there. Carolyn’s grandson, Ethan Brewster, is already making waves as the reigning Youth Olympic Games mixed doubles champion.
“Ethan is the next generation coming up, and we know he’s going to go far,” she says proudly. “We’re so proud of him…it’s fantastic!”
Carolyn isn’t just watching – she’s making a statement. Depending on who’s playing, she swaps between the red and white of Canada and the blue of Scotland.
She even carries a specially-designed flag that combines both countries’ colors. Look closer, and you’ll spot a fun detail: her fingernails are painted with the Scottish saltire on one hand and the Canadian maple leaf on the other.
A Week to Remember
As the competition heats up, Carolyn is hopeful:
“We’re working towards getting those medals! Hopefully it’s going to be party-time.”
With a family full of champions and a legacy that spans three generations, this is one “curling family” that’s already won in more ways than one.
