Wes Richardson

Wesley H. "Wes" Richardson, born on August 4, 1931, was a prominent Canadian curler known for his exceptional skills as a lead for the renowned Richardson team. This illustrious team, which included his brothers Ernie and Garnet, along with their cousins Arnold and Wes, achieved remarkable success in the curling world, securing three Brier championships and their corresponding Scotch Cups in 1959, 1960, and 1962.

Wes's curling career was not without its challenges. He faced a significant setback during the 1962–63 season when a back injury forced him to leave the team, leading to Mel Perry stepping in as his replacement. However, his passion for the sport saw him return to the team in 1964, continuing to contribute to their legacy.

In recognition of his contributions to curling, Wes, along with his teammates, was inducted into several prestigious halls of fame, including the World Curling Federation Hall of Fame in 2017, the Canadian Sports Hall of Fame in 1968, and the Canadian Curling Hall of Fame in 1973, marking significant milestones in the history of the sport.

Beyond curling, Wes was a natural athlete with talents extending to baseball, where he played for the Regina Red Sox, and hockey. After retiring from competitive sports, he moved to Hawaii, where he embraced an active lifestyle as a cyclist and marathon runner. Wes Richardson passed away on April 16, 2011, after a battle with prostate cancer, leaving behind a legacy of excellence in Canadian sports.