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Sunmitted by Muriel Burnett Delicious homemade lunches were available.  Thank you to all the Coldwater volunteers, on the courts, and in the kitchen. Shown in the picture are Carole Archer and Janice Archer. OSA President Evan Engell with Tournament Director … Continue reading →

Here are the results of this week’s tournaments … Amateur: 23 TeamsMain:1st – Mary Bryans and Leida Gerrits2nd – Janice Archer and Janice Lynham3rd – Nancy and Willy VanderWielen4th – Paul Sova and Len Perrault Consolation:1st – Norm and Bernice … Continue reading →

The Minutes of the 2022 AGM are HERE or may be found via the perrmanant web-page HERE

From: Evan Engell Save your “accommodation” receipts this year. Ontario residents can claim 20% of their 2022 accommodation expenses (ex. hotel, cottage, or campground) on their 2022 tax return.  You can claim up to $1,000 as an individual, or $2,000 as … Continue reading →

OSA Tournament Director Evan Engell says “If you have ever been a State Amateur or Expert in any other country or jurisdiction, you are not eligible to play in the Amateur division of an OSA tournament; you are eligible to … Continue reading →

Congratulations to Carolyn Coulombe who should have been credited with finishing the Elora Amateur tournament in 3rd place Consolation. She had played in place of Norm Lindsay whose very sore arm prevented him from continuing in the tournament.

Sent to us by Evan Engel.

presented by Myrna Bilton June 14, 2022. It is my honour and gives me great pleasure to nominate John & Lenore Holder to the Ontario Shuffleboard Association Hall of Fame for the “Special Awards Category”. In 2003 John & Lenore … Continue reading →

Everyone is invited to the OSA Shuffleboard Doubles tournament July 5th to 7th. The AMATEUR starts July 5 with the finals on July 6th.The OPEN (Experts and Amateurs) starts July 6th with the finals on July 7th.Please plan for both … Continue reading →

Forwarded from tournament director Evan Engell Here are the results of this week’s tournaments … Amateurs: 14 Teams Main: 1st – Gilles Coulombe and John Collier 2nd – Marcel Jonker and Duane Jones 3rd – Brian and Bev Doyle 4th … Continue reading →

Presented by Maureen Bryan June 14, 2022 Marlene was introduced to shuffleboard in Frostproof, Florida in 2010. At first she wasn’t keen on the game but her husband Jim really liked it. After a few months playing in Florida and … Continue reading →

Jim corbille has notified us that he just had a meeting with the Ingersoll community services. We will be unable to host single mingle tournaments this year. We are going to work on hosting several next year once we can … Continue reading →

Here are pictures of each amateur team that Muriel Burnett took at the Aurora Tournament. Thank you Muriel! (We would like to add the names one more time is available).

This link to Lorraine’s obituary is kindly forwarded to us by Gary Pipher https://www.arbormemorial.ca/taylor/obituaries/lorraine-mary-pollock/87236

Some pictures taken at the Elora tournament.

Originally posted on CNSA Shuffleboard Canada:
Lorraine Pollock From Norm Lindsay – It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Lorraine Pollock. Lorraine was tournament director for the OSA and CNSA. She was active working in many…

From Maureen Bryan – On behalf of the OSA,, we are saddened to hear of the passing of Lorraine Pollock. We send our condolences to Bill and the family. She was a strong supporter of shuffleboard, and a friend to … Continue reading →

Originally posted on CNSA Shuffleboard Canada:
Message from Jim Corbeil A big “Thank You” to Gail Jeffery, Larry Taylor and Marlene Corbeil! Today, Friday June 10th, we added two more shuffleboard courts to the floor of the Ingersoll Arena. ISA…

Please note this update: Lunch will NOT be Available. Please bring your own lunch and other refreshments. Further Details are included from the “2022 Events and Results” page. August 2nd – 4th ~ OSA AMATEUR & OPEN DOUBLES ~ BLENHEIMGolden Acres … Continue reading →

Place – Elora Curling Club (Center Wellington Shuffleboard Club), 29 David St. W., Elora.Time – following last game of the day (approx 4pm.) 1.    President Carl Rogerson – open meeting with invocation. 2.    Roll Call of board members- Rendall Bilton-past … Continue reading →

Originally posted on CNSA Shuffleboard Canada:
Roy Babcock CNSA Hall Of Fame – Player 2022 Longtime partners – Myrna Bilton and Roy Babcock. – Roy joins Myrna in the CNSA Hall Of Fame. Roy Babcock gets a A well deserved…

Originally posted on CNSA Shuffleboard Canada:
/ Induction of Marlene Corbeil into the CNSA Hall of Fame Players category by Norm Lindsay: Marlene CorbeilCNSA Hall Of Fame, Player In 2010 Marlene was first introduced to shuffleboard in Frostproof, Florida. Marlene…

Originally posted on CNSA Shuffleboard Canada:
Congratulations to the following Expert and Amateur players: Main: John Jefferson and Wayne Benson Rip VanGinkel and Bill LeMay Walter White and Herman Lansink Ann Engell and Leda Gerrits Consolation: Henry Strong and Dottie…

Fom Maureen Brian. – This is a reminder about our OSA AMATEUR and OSA OPEN DOUBLES tournaments. COME OUT AND HAVE FUN! AMATEUR – June 14th – 15thOPEN June 15th – 16th. Please plan to attend the  OSA GENERAL MEETING after play … Continue reading →

Originally posted on CNSA Shuffleboard Canada:
Congratulations to the following Amateur players: Main: Bev and Brian Doyle Nancy Vander Wielen and Joann McLean Hedy Black and Mary Bryans Ann Engell and Maria Duguay Consolation: Norm and Bernice Lindsay Pete and…

Originally posted on CNSA Shuffleboard Canada:
Ruth Tate Ruth Tate was inducted into CNSA Hall Of Fame by Myrna Bilton, 2022 05 31, at the CNSA AGM in Ingersoll Ont. Myrna’s words follow: It truly is a privilege and honour…

Originally posted on CNSA Shuffleboard Canada:
From Ann Engell Date: Wed, May 25, 2022, 10:19 2022 CNSA Tournament Date: May 30 – Amateurs May 31 – Jun 1 – Open Registration: 7:45 – 8:30 SHARP! Location: Ingersoll District Memorial Area…

News from the Scarborough Shuffleboard Association from President Ramesh Babbar The OSGA 55 + District 16 shuffleboard competition was held on May 10 at our facilities.. Two of our teams made it to the last four. The winners were: Gold … Continue reading →

Originally posted on CNSA Shuffleboard Canada:
From: Norman Lindsay This is just a quick reminder about the Ingersoll Tournament:. The Amateurs Tournament starts on Monday May 30 and the Open (open to Experts and Amateurs ) starts on May 31,…

From Tournament Director Evan Engell Subject: What time to advise players to arrive at Ingersoll The CNSA tournament and all OSA tournaments will be as follows: Registration is 7:45am to 8:30am. No entries will be accepted after 8:30am. Play starts … Continue reading →

Originally posted on CNSA Shuffleboard Canada:
From Jim Corbeil about the Ingersol facilities- Hi Everyone, We put the lines down on the Ingersoll arena floor today. I want to thank Henry Gerrits for the use of his patterns. A big…

Maureen want us to know that they are starting May 16th, playing Mondays at 1pm and Thursdays at 7pm. This is a great club with instgruction for beginners, and great camaraderie!

Agenda is available – please click on the buton below Additions to Agenda as of June 9: #5. Committee reports- ~ membership report, Linda O’Connor ~ None for nomination committee(all have resigned) ~ Rules & Reg. Marlene Corbeil resigned from … Continue reading →

The OSA would like to extend  congratulations and best wishes to President Carl Rogerson and his First Lady Ella, on their 70th wedding anniversary, April 19th, 2022. About Carl and Ella as sent to us by their daughter, Sue Rogerson: … Continue reading →

February 18, 2023 Our official name – Golden Acres Shuffle Club Address – 430 Catherine St W., Blenheim, On N0P 1A0 (located in the Golden Acres Curling Club) Schedule – League play- Monday’s starting at 9:00 am & Wednesday’s starting … Continue reading →

Date changed from a week earlier, now June 14 – 16. June 14th – 16th ~ OSA OPEN & AMATEUR DOUBLES ~ ELORACentre Weillington S. C. at Elora Curling Club60 David Street, Elora, OntarioAmateurs – Tues. June 14 – Wed. … Continue reading →

Sent from Carl Rogerson The OSA send their condolences to Larry’s family and friends on his passing. Many of the Ontario Shuffleboard family have known Larry for his smile and his friendly manner. He has served many of us with … Continue reading →

Originally posted on CNSA Shuffleboard Canada:
Myrna Bilton has commented: We are deeply saddened by the news of Larry Lalonde’s passing. He always had a smile and served delicious home cooked meals. He was great to work with at the…

Originally posted on CNSA Shuffleboard Canada:
March 28 Gary Pipher sent – “Passing of a special person … I have just been informed that our special caterer “Larry Lalonde ” passed away today.? He will always be remembered for the…

From Carl Rogerson On behalf of the Ontario Shuffleboard association we would like to extend our heartfelt condolences to Jim and Beth Allen and their family in the loss of their son Steven. This is certainly a tragic loss for … Continue reading →

Originally posted on CNSA Shuffleboard Canada:
From R Chang, Best Western Area Sales Manager to B. Boyes and J. Corbeil. Happy Monday! Can’t believe it’s middle of March already! Crazy how quickly time flies. I wanted to send a quick…

From Norm Lindsay, CNSA President To All,  At this time, the CNSA will not be able to select the members that have applied for the ISA tournament in August. On March 6th there is an ISA meeting scheduled. After that, the … Continue reading →

Originally posted on CNSA Shuffleboard Canada:
The 39th ISA World Team Championshipis scheduled for August 21-26, 2022in Ingersoll Ontario, Canada Please see the attached Application and P;ayer Package. We look forward to hosting you in Ingersoll, Ontario for the39th International…

Originally posted on CNSA Shuffleboard Canada:
From Myrna Bilton – May this holiday season bring you LOVE to your heart, HEALTH to your body and PEACE and JOY to your home throughout the new year. May you spread the warmth…

On behalf of the OSA, we extend warm wishes to all it’s members and their families this Christmas Season. Blessings to all for good health and happiness as we end these trying past months , as we are fighting through … Continue reading →

Originally posted on CNSA Shuffleboard Canada:
Concerning motel arrangememts you may wish to make in conjunction with your entry into the 2022 CNSA – The attached is more information about the Best Western Motel in Ingersol. Best Western CNSA Info…

Originally posted on CNSA Shuffleboard Canada:
Motels and Camping for the CNSA Ingersoll tournament in May 30th-June 1st: The Best Western in Woodstock has offered a discounted rate of $115.99 with continental breakfast. Phone 519-537-2320 or 1-800-780-7234The Quality Inn offers…

As it is noted we have lost our long time tournament director, Marlene Corbeil, as she has retired from this position. We are now looking to train new people for this position, and have someone that will do this for … Continue reading →

The OSA would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to Marlene Corbeil for her years of work with the organization. As she has stepped down from her positions with the OSA , we wish her the best . We know … Continue reading →

Coldwater dates correction. Note: All tournaments are played under ISA rules. Format is Doubles so you need a partner – No Partner? – See the Partner Needed page.. Amateurs may play in an Open tournament. Please see Tournament Notes and … Continue reading →

Sent from Maureen Bryan OSA members send best wishes to Ella Rogerson, wife of President Carl Rogerson, for her 90th birthday, what a milestone! Ella has been by his side , travelling to all shuffleboard tournaments for many years, as … Continue reading →

Almost ALL of our shuffleboard games in Ontario and Canada are commonly limited to short, 12 or 16 frames. Tournaments are played according to ISA rules which specify a game to be 16 frames. A different strategy is needed compared … Continue reading →

Originally posted on CNSA Shuffleboard Canada:
Jim Corbel became 3rd Vice President of the CNSA in 2010; he moved up through the vice presidents and became President in July of 2016, following Past President, Henry Strong.In the years working with…

Many of us knew Al Wilson and we send our condolences to his wife Barb and their family. Al died of cancer September 20th. Al was a well known shuffler in Ontario,having been president of the Scugog Shuffleboard Club for … Continue reading →

From Roger Kellam Blenheim’s Golden Acres Shuffle Club started up their shuffleboard program the week of July 19 as a result of the Province’s move to Step 3. Our first week saw 72 members register to play over the next … Continue reading →

Originally posted on Ontario Shuffleboard News and Information:
TEAMS REPRESENTING ONTARIO FOR INTERPROVINCIAL GAMES – 2021 WOMEN (ANGELS) TEAM 1Linda O’ConnerDotty KoertLinda ArmstrongMaureen Bryan> MEN (LEAFS) TEAM 1Roy BabcockJim CorbeilNorm LindsayBill Bryan WOMEN (DAISIES) TEAM 2Dawn HammondBev. FowlerBernice LindsayMuriel Burnett…

Originally posted on CNSA Shuffleboard Canada:
The possibilities are many! Kindly forwarded by Jim and Ellie Crowell of the Bluenose Shuffleboard Club, through Jim Corbeil: To celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the Bluenose– we have just learned that the Bluenose…

Originally posted on CNSA Shuffleboard Canada:
CNSA executive met June 28th, as planned, to review the “ON HOLD” status of the Bridgewater IP. It was decided to remove the “Hold” and to resume plans to have the IP September 6th…

From Carl Rogerson: The OSA wish to extend our heart felt condolences to Rose Irwin and family, in the loss of Jim Irwin. Many of the Ontario shufflers will remember both Rose and Jim, and over the years we have … Continue reading →

Your webmaster apologises for posting to the wrong website.. (Wrong country!).

From: Maureen Bryan I have contacted Coldwater, Goderich ,Elora and Blenheim shuffleboard clubs for season 2021 OSA tournaments.We have all agreed that due to the Covid-19 virus, that this season of shuffleboard is cancelled. Lets hope this finds all our … Continue reading →

From: Marlene Hillier > The city of London has informed me, that due to Covid, there will not be any Shuffling at Silverwoods Arena this season. Marlene.

Originally posted on CNSA Shuffleboard Canada:
With my apologies, I must tell you that the previous post about a change for the date of the 2021 Iner-Provincial in Bridgewater NS was incorrect. This was due to a misunderstood email from…

TEAMS REPRESENTING ONTARIO FOR INTERPROVINCIAL GAMES – 2021 WOMEN (ANGELS) TEAM 1Linda O’ConnerDotty KoertLinda ArmstrongMaureen Bryan> MEN (LEAFS) TEAM 1Roy BabcockJim CorbeilNorm LindsayBill Bryan WOMEN (DAISIES) TEAM 2Dawn HammondBev. FowlerBernice LindsayMuriel Burnett MEN (JAYS ) TEAM 2Carl RogersonBill BoyesMurray BurnettRay … Continue reading →

I know many of you will be interested.Bill.

Originally posted on CNSA Shuffleboard Canada:
We are grateful to The Shuffler for recording this piece of shuffleboard history, as depicted in this excerpt from 2016 07 08. – by stanistheman, based on an article in the Chatham Daily News Alphonse and…

Official Notice for Team Applications7th Inter Provincial Shuffleboard TournamentBRIDGEWATER, NOVA SCOTIAJune 21-25, 2021 Individual Players from Ontario must apply through the Ontario Shuffleboard Association (OSA) – Maureen Bryan – m.bryan9282@gmail.com. Here is the Application to complete.The OSA will make up … Continue reading →

From Carl Rogerson It is with great sadness to learn of the passing of Howard Snider from Wasaga, who was an avid shuffler from the Coldwater Club. He had played in several OSA tournaments, and just recently sold their place … Continue reading →

As below, Elaine and Pat Antaya elegantly expressed their season’s greetings to all in the Scugog Shuffleboard Club club. As your webmaster, I’m passing on these expressive words as my own wishes to all shufflers in Ontario and beyond! – … Continue reading →

Originally posted on CNSA Shuffleboard Canada:
Wishing you and your family a very Merry Christmas and everyone to stay safe and Healthy. Jim Corbeil Pres. CNSA

A very interesting story submitted by Jim Corbeil – Henry and Leida Gerrits have been hard at work along with Gerrit and Gerdien Dykman. The Gerrits have a farm just outside of Clinton Ontario and they have changed a chicken … Continue reading →

We have a fellow shuffleboard player who has been just named Citizen of the Year for her charitable work in her home town of Wasaga Beach. I am sure that most Canadian Shuffleboard Players know Beverly Fowler. Beverly has played … Continue reading →

Here’s some information in addition to the previous article – https://shuffleon.org/2020/09/11/shuffleboard-at-ingersoll-senior-centre-2/- We are using only 4 rollout courts as we leave more than six feet between the courts. We have players sign up and only 16 players are allowed in … Continue reading →

Originally posted on CNSA Shuffleboard Canada:
Jim Corbeil Hi Everyone.I just want to wish everyone a very Happy Thanksgiving.I hope with this nasty virus everyone is social distancing and wearing their masks. It is a very trying time for everyone,…

Originally posted on CNSA Shuffleboard Canada:
Myrna Bilton, ISA President On behalf of the International Shuffleboard Association, I’m pleased to announce that the 41st ISA Team Championship will be held in Ingersoll, Ontario, Canada. Date August 21 – 26, 2022.Ingersoll…

From Jim Corbeil – I would like to thank the Ontario Shuffleboard Association for the loan of 5 rollout courts to the Ingersoll Senior Centre. The Ingersoll arena has a banquet hall in the upper part of the building and … Continue reading →

Hello, Our neighborhood park in Montreal has an area for shuffleboard (croquet and horseshoe toss) which has been abandoned for more than 20 years. I took on the project of restoring it, so that people could come out and play … Continue reading →

We notify you that, sadly, the following players have passed on during recent years: Jim Norton,Basil Fick,Evelyn Leckie. I have searched the online obituaries and my own files for further information about our departed friends. Jim Norton: Although one of … Continue reading →

We want to congratulate Maureen Bryan and Bill Oostdyk on their entry to the Ontario Shuffleboard Association Hall of Fame. Bill and Maureen achieved the necessary points (35) to qualify for the OSA Hall of Fame in the player category. … Continue reading →

We want to congratulate Maureen Bryan and Bill Oostdyk on their entry to the Ontario Shuffleboard Association Hall of Fame. Bill and Maureen achieved the necessary points (35) to qualify for the OSA Hall of Fame in the player category. … Continue reading →

If anyone has a suggestioni, please comment on this post or email shuffleboardbill@gmail.com. Freda of Port Rowan as written us to say – We are planning to resurface our outdoor concrete shuffleboard courts in Port Rowan, Ontario. Could you recommend … Continue reading →

Geordie Archer has passed away after a long battle with cancer. Geordie was a member of the Coldwater Shuffleboard Club. He enjoyed playing and competing in the game. Geordie was always at the shuffleboard club working on the courts and assisting in … Continue reading →

From: Marlene Hillier > All Spring / Summer programs in London to be cancelled due to the COVID pandemic. Marlene Hillier London Shuffleboard. Bill’s comment Marlene, we are sorry to hear that your season was cancelled, but it seems we are all … Continue reading →

Jim Corbeil, CNSA President,  sent the excellent video – as posted here-> CNSA Website post

Carole Archer, Coldwater President, had sent an email saying “It is almost a certainty that our summer season for shuffleboard is cancelled as we were to start on the 5th of May.  So until this terrible Covid-19 has been cleared, … Continue reading →

Due to several emails coming to me at once, I missed posting the following from Carole Archer, Coldwater Club President: “As most of you know, it is with a heavy heart that I send this email to say that we … Continue reading →

The OSA will be postponing all tournaments for 2020, as we are in this pandemic, we need you to stay home and stay safe. We will keep you undated on any future news. Carl Rogerson, Pres. OSA.

Please click here to see this post on the CNSA website.

Originally posted on CNSA Shuffleboard Canada:
The CNSA Tournament in Ingersoll May 25-27, 2020 will be suspended until further notice do to the Coronavirus. Jim Corbeil, President CNSA.

I thought it best to clarify that the Saint Mary’s shuffleboard cancellation was not virus related – there is enough Panic already. I asked Ron how about it . If I may paraphrase, the cancellation is due to a decision … Continue reading →

From: Marlene Hillier hilliermarlene(at)gmail.com Subject: London Shuffleboard Information 2020 Registration Info for London Shuffleboard Club Starts May 5, on Tuesdays @ 12:30pm for 16 weeks At Silverwood Arena Call City of London 519-661-5575 Activity Code 1852 Cost: $30.00 + tax

Fred Vaerewyck in PEI  has 8 rollout shuffleboard mats he wants to sell. 8 regulation size vinyl rollup shuffleboard courts. 4 courts used only 3 or 4 times  4 were used once a week for 3 months for the last … Continue reading →

UPDATE – this event planned for 2020 Aug `17 – 26 in Brisbane has been cancelled due to COVID19. Originally fron the CNSA website This is not really an announcement, but so that you may mark you calendars – The … Continue reading →

From the CNSA website – On behalf of the International Shuffleboard Association I’m happy and pleased to announce that the 40th ISA World Championship will be held in San Benito, Texas, USA.Date October 16 – 23, 2021 at the Fun … Continue reading →

Stan sent this article along for us to enjoy. BTW – the Scugog Club is still running, plays Wednesdays from mid-May to Mid-September, and still has a picnic each year! Current President is Pat Antaya – contact him in the … Continue reading →

From: Hubert Van Eerd Thames Horizon Shuffle Cub Completed the shuffle season with a full house of players On Sept 26/19 with a barbeque for members and spouses. We had hamburgers hot dogs and many salads and desserts Played 17 … Continue reading →

Apple Tournament September 9, 2019 St. Mary’s Ontario Men 35 1st.   Herman Lansink        6 wins 2nd.  Don Hutchinson.      5 wins 3rd.  Jim Corbeil.                5 wins 4th   … Continue reading →