Curling had its moment at the Olympics and now Paralympics. It sparked a curling bonanza in America

Ted Hallock delivers a rock during a curling game at the Potomac Curling Club in Laurel, Md. Curling clubs often see a boost in interest following the Winter Olympics.

Hundreds of people become interested in curling every four years and the 2026 numbers already show that boom.

(Image credit: Claire Harbage)