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Sept 3 – HEAVY SPORTS AND TUG OF WAR CONTESTS

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A spectator sport if there ever was one, these events are a real thrill to watch at the Canmore Highland Games. The Heavies consist of Putting the Stone (light), Putting the Stone (heavy), 56 lb. Weight Throw, 28 lb. Weight Throw, 22 lb. Hammer Throw, 16 lb. Hammer Throw, 56 lb. Over The Bar, Sheaf Toss, and Caber Toss. The sports area is located on the Southside of Centennial Park adjacent to 5 St. and 6 Ave. One of our three entrance gates is at this point. The Tug of War is a demonstration of strength, skill, and teamwork – exciting to watch!

HEAVY SPORTS

2022 Results

Registration – UPDATE (Aug 16, 2022)

Sports competitors need to register before Thursday, September 1, 2022.

Competitors do not need to pay a gate or entry fee.

Kilted attire is preferred. Cash prizes are offered.

Contest Start

The sports contest begins at 8:30 am, and runs all day to complete.

*All Heavy Sports and Tug of War events and timings subject to change without notice

2019 Results for Heavy Sports


TUG OF WAR

Registration

Enter your team now with the application below – the winning team in both Men’s and Women’s categories will take away a $1,000 cash prize for up to 4 teams, $2000 for 5 teams, and up! 

Men’s Teams: 8-man team, 1600 lbs. (115 stone) maximum, plus coach, no cleats
Women’s Teams: 8-woman team, 1120 lbs. (80 stone) maximum, plus coach, no cleats

Entry fee (payable with registration):
$500 per team includes entry to the Games
$1500 per team, 8 man team plus coach, includes 9 entries to the Games, 9 entries to the Taste of the Highlands, 9 entries to the Ceilidh!

2022 TUG OF WAR APPLICATION FORM


Contest Times

The Tug of War contest starts at approximately 2:30 pm, Sunday, September 4 on the Heavy Sports field.

Final pull-offs for grand prize winners will be at approximately 4:30 pm on the Main Field.

2019 Results for Adult Tug of War

*All Heavy Sports and Tug of War events and timings subject to change without notice

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