Curling Etiquette
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Curling has its rules governing play, but equally as important is the way you conduct yourself while curling.

• I will play the game with a spirit of good sportsmanship.
• I will conduct myself in an honourable manner both on and off the ice.
• I will never knowingly break a rule, but if I do, I will divulge the breach.
• I will take no action that could be interpreted as an attempt to intimidate or demean my opponents, teammates or officials.
• I will interpret the rules in an impartial manner, always keeping in mind that the purpose of the rules is to ensure that the game is played in an orderly and fair manner.
• I will humbly accept any penalty that the governing body at any level of curling deems appropriate, if I am found in violation of the Code of Ethics or rules of the game.

 
Some of the key items of proper curling etiquette are as follows:

• Shake hands or bump fists with your opponents before and after each game.
• Opposing players will toss a coin at the start of the game to determine last stone advantage.
• When your opponents are preparing for delivery, stand to the side of the sheet, single file and between the hog lines. Move only after the stone has been released.
• If you are throwing next you may stand on the backboard, but remain quiet and out of sight of the opposition thrower.
• Only skips and thirds may congregate behind the tee line. They do not move or hold their brooms on the ice while the opposition is preparing to deliver a stone.
• If possible, try to keep noise level in the ice area to a minimum.
• Wear clean, appropriate footwear that will not damage the ice.
• Be ready to go when it’s your turn to deliver a stone.
• All players remain outside the rings until the opposing thirds have agreed on the score.