Stoddart Cup 2025 Wrapped Up After an Entertaining Finals Night

 

Stoddart Cup 2025 – Finals Day Report

The Stoddart Cup concluded with an entertaining and competitive finals night at Midcalder Curling Club, with three decisive games bringing the competition to a close and confirming the final standings after five rounds.

Game A

Laura Nisbett rink vs Basil Baird rink
The Laura Nisbett rink finished strongly with a convincing performance against Basil Baird’s team. A solid start and consistent scoring through the middle ends allowed Nisbett’s rink to build control of the game, eventually running out 10–4 winners. Accurate draw weight and effective game management proved key in securing the result.

Game B

Stewart Barr rink vs Scott Baird rink

Game B was a closely fought contest, with both rinks trading scores and keeping the game tight through the early ends. Stewart Barr’s team played some good, controlled shots and stayed in contention throughout, but Scott Baird’s rink gradually edged ahead by taking advantage of key opportunities as the game progressed.

Despite late pressure from Barr’s rink, Scott Baird’s team held their line in the closing ends to secure a 6–5 win. The narrow margin reflected a well-balanced and competitive game, with both sides contributing to an entertaining encounter on finals night.

David Baird rink vs Graham Young rink
The highlight of the night came in Game C, where David Baird’s rink produced a composed and clinical display to defeat Graham Young’s team 10–3. A strong opening and well-taken opportunities in key ends allowed Baird’s rink to establish a clear advantage and see out the game with confidence.

Final Standings and League Table

Following the completion of the final games, the Stoddart Cup league standings were confirmed after five rounds of play. With consistent performances throughout the competition, Graham Young’s rink finished top of the table to claim the Stoddart Cup for 2025.

Final League Table – Stoddart Cup 2025

1. Graham Young
   Ewan Barr, Andrew Jack, Anne Baird
   Played 5 | Won 4 | Drew 0 | Lost 1 | Shots +14 | Ends 20 | Points 8

2. David Baird
   Alan Ogilvie, John Sinclair, Andrew Brash
   Played 5 | Won 3 | Drew 0 | Lost 2 | Shots +18 | Ends 23 | Points 6

3. Basil Baird
   James Baird, Graham Wood, Kirsteen Sinclair
   Played 5 | Won 2 | Drew 1 | Lost 2 | Shots +2 | Ends 18 | Points 5

4. Stewart Barr
   Alan Graham, Jane Thomson, Anne Keron
   Played 5 | Won 2 | Drew 0 | Lost 3 | Shots -4 | Ends 18 | Points 4

5. Laura Nisbett
   Lesley Barr, Douglas Wood, Kate Hall
   Played 5 | Won 2 | Drew 0 | Lost 3 | Shots -13 | Ends 14 | Points 4

6. Scott Baird
   Abigail Rennie, Bob Graham, Andrew Baird
   Played 5 | Won 1 | Drew 1 | Lost 3 | Shots -17 | Ends 16 | Points 3

Congratulations to Graham Young and his rink of Ewan Barr, Andrew Jack, and Anne Baird on a well-earned victory, and thanks to all teams for another competitive and enjoyable Stoddart Cup. 

Congratulations also to David Baird, Alan Ogilvie, John Sinclair, and Andrew Brash for winning the Stoddart Shield as runners-up in the Stoddart Cup. The close points totals and tight games throughout the league once again highlighted the depth and quality of curling across Midcalder Curling Club.