UPDATE: Team USA curler Korey Dropkin is set to make his Olympic debut, fulfilling a lifelong dream as he prepares to compete in the 2024 Olympic Games. Just announced, Dropkin will join his mixed doubles partner Cory Thiesse in a journey that has been years in the making.
Growing up at the Broomstones Curling Club in Wayland, Massachusetts, Dropkin developed a passion for the sport from an early age. “I was born and raised growing up at the curling club,” he said, recalling the welcoming environment that shaped his curling journey. With a focus on precision, teamwork, and strategy, he quickly achieved success, including a bronze medal at the Junior Olympics.
Despite early accomplishments, international success was elusive for Dropkin until now. “Just knowing that if I keep my head down and I keep working hard and dreaming big, I could get there,” he reflected. This determination has paid off, as he and Thiesse—affectionately known as “Cory and Korey”—now stand on the brink of Olympic competition.
The curling event, first recognized as an Olympic medal sport in 1998, will showcase Dropkin and Thiesse’s skills on an international stage, with fans eagerly anticipating their performance. As they prepare to compete, the duo embodies the spirit of perseverance and ambition.
Dropkin’s journey is a testament to his commitment to the sport and his dreams. With the 2024 Olympic Games around the corner, the curling community and fans alike are rallying behind him, eager to witness what promises to be an exciting chapter in his career.
Stay tuned for updates as Dropkin and Thiesse gear up for their Olympic debut, showcasing not only their talents but the heart and dedication that brought them here. The world will be watching as Team USA aims for gold.
