Russ Howard

Russ Howard is an Olympic gold medalist and two-time World Champion curler who transitioned into a role as a respected curling analyst and motivational speaker. After securing eight provincial championships across Ontario between 1980 and 1994, Russ Howard went on to achieve two Canadian national titles in 1987 and 1993, culminating in two gold medals at the World Championships in both 1987 and 1993. His consistent performance and leadership on the ice established him as a dominant force in Canadian curling, marking a distinguished early career defined by competitive excellence and a strong winning record. Howard’s career continued its significant evolution following a move to New Brunswick in the late 1990s, where he quickly earned six more provincial titles (1999, 2000, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2009).

In 2015, he was appointed a Member of the Order of Canada and also received the ultimate international recognition with his induction into the World Curling Federation Hall of Fame, further cementing his status as one of curling’s most influential figures.