Marj Mitchell

Marjorie Mitchell (August 27, 1948 in Glen Ewen,[1] Saskatchewan – October 18, 1983 in Regina, Saskatchewan[2]) was a Canadian curler. She was the skip for the winning team at the 1980 World Curling Championships,[3] and the 1980 Canadian Ladies Curling Association Championship, the forerunner to the Scott Tournament of Hearts. Mitchell died of cancer in 1983. The sportsmanship award at the Scotties Tournament of Hearts is called the Marj Mitchell Sportsmanship Award in her honour.

Marj Mitchell
Medal record
Representing  Canada
Women’s curling
World Championships
Gold medal – first place 1980 Perth Team

In addition to her titles in 1980, Mitchell also won the CBC Classic in 1975 and a university championship in 1972, skipping the University of Saskatchewan team. She also played softball, winning the Saskatchewan Senior A championship in 1971 and 1972, and played fastball, winning provincial championships in 1973 and 1974 with the Saskatoon Baldwinettes.[1]

At the time of her death, Mitchell worked as a rehabilitation consultant with Armstrong and Associates. She had also worked with the government of Saskatchewan's Social Services Department as a vocational counsellor.[1]

References
  1. "Mitchell leaves legacy of friendship, winning". Regina Leader-Post. October 19, 1983. p. 41. Retrieved June 22, 2022.
  2. "Marj Mitchell dead at 35". Saskatoon Star-Phoenix. October 19, 1983. p. 37. Retrieved June 22, 2022.
  3. "Curling – Women: World Championships". sports123. Retrieved 3 April 2010.
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