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Shannon Kleibrink

Curling Athlete- Okotoks

Class of 2026

Shannon Kleibrink is one of Canada’s most respected and influential curlers, with a competitive career spanning more than 25 years. Born in Norquay, Saskatchewan, and based in Okotoks, Alberta, she emerged as a leading skip in Canadian women’s curling and became a trailblazer in the sport.

Her greatest competitive achievement came at the 2006 Winter Olympics in Turin, where she skipped Team Canada to a bronze medal, adding to her legacy as one of Canada’s Olympic medallists. Shannon also competed in five Scotties Tournament of Hearts, captured multiple Grand Slam titles, and won prestigious national events such as the Canada Cup of Curling. 

In 2004, she made history as the first woman ever to skip a team to a Canadian Mixed Curling Championship title, a unique distinction in the sport. She is a multi-time provincial champion and three-time finalist at the Canadian Olympic Trials. 

Beyond competition, Shannon has had a transformative impact on curling in Alberta and across Canada. She served as Director of Community Curling Centre Development with Curling Alberta (2020–2025), supporting 188 clubs in areas such as youth programming, strategic planning, and grassroots development. She played a key role in expanding curling into post-secondary institutions including the University of Lethbridge, and the University of Calgary. She has also given her time to coaching at SAIT.

Shannon has coached elite teams to national prominence, including leading Team Kayla Skrlik to major successes. Internationally, she helped coach the Chinese Development team as well as the Netherlands women's and mixed doubles.

She is deeply committed to community involvement. Shannon founded and supported youth initiatives such as the Kleibrink Youth Curling Academy and the Ready to Rock Program, which introduced curling to underrepresented and low-income youth. She has volunteered extensively at camps, clinics, and community events, and has mentored countless athletes.

Her leadership and service have been recognized with several honours, including:

  • Joan Mead Builder’s Award (2021)
  • Canada 150 Medal (2017)
  • 2022 Athletes in Excellence Award (Foundation for Global Sports Development)

Shannon Kleibrink’s legacy goes far beyond medals. She is widely regarded as a humble leader, mentor, and champion for growing the sport. Her influence has shaped generations of athletes and strengthened curling communities throughout Alberta.