2025 athletes

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KERRY OVERFELT

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MEN & WOMEN ATHLETIC GAMES 2025

TUG-O-WAR

THE CABER TOSS

HAMMER THROW

SHEAF TOSS

WEIGHT THROW

SCOTTISH HAMMER THROW

CHILDREN'S TUG-O-WAR

Highland Games, now a celebration of Scottish culture, have roots dating back to the early Celtic culture of Scotland, possibly as far back as the 11th century or even earlier. "Some believe that the Highland games date back to 2000 BC in Ireland and  that they crossed the water to Scotland with the fourth and fifth  century migrations of the Scotti into Dalriada (Argyll) and beyond." 

These games initially served as a way to test and train warriors, with contests of strength, agility, and speed. Over time, they evolved into organized events, incorporating music, dance, & other cultural aspects. "Today, the games remain a stirring celebration of Scottish identity and  cultural pride which have endured through centuries of political turmoil  and upheaval."   

scotland.org / google

* Please submit  your 2025  SoKy Highland Games photos to Park City Tourism, we would love to  share them on our  websites and our Social Media! 

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* ATHLETIC EVENTS SPONSORED BY PARK CITY TOURISM & KERRY OVERFELT