Bloomberg Talks US Olympic Silver Medalist Korey Dropkin Talks Curling, Rock League
Mar 12, 2026
Korey Dropkin, U.S. Olympic silver medalist and competitive curler, talks about curling’s surge in popularity and founding the Rock League mixed-gender franchise. He recalls growing up at Broomstones and how youth programs and Olympic energy changed the sport. He outlines Rock League’s format, Toronto event, and plans to make curling a year-round, more casual spectacle.
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Childhood Rooted In Broomstones Curling Club
- Korey Dropkin grew up at Broomstones Curling Club and learned curling from his family since childhood.
- He followed his older brother, spent youth running the club, and used smaller stones designed for kids before progressing to full-weight stones.
Olympics Changed Curling Into A Crowd Sport
- Curling's image shifted from quiet etiquette to high-energy spectacle at the recent Olympics, fueling broader fan engagement.
- Dropkin credits vocal crowds and athlete energy in Italy for making matches feel electric and more watchable.
Use Regular Events To Sustain Post-Olympic Interest
- Grow interest year-round by creating regular, watchable curling events beyond the Olympics.
- Dropkin launched Rock League to provide more frequent exposure and spark open-house growth in local clubs.