Athletic Competition Judges and Officials
Athletics
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Weight Throw
Register NowCompetitors showcase their strength by throwing a metal ball attached to a handle for distance, with both light (28 lb) and heavy (56 lb) versions for men, utilizing a turning motion for momentum and tests raw power for this challenging event.
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Scottish Hammer
Register NowAthletes display immense power by swinging a heavy hammer over their heads with their back to the field before releasing it for maximum distance, twisting their upper body almost 180 degrees. It is a powerful display of both skill and might.
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Stone Put
Register NowSimilar to modern shot put, participants propel a large stone, typically 20-26 lbs, as far as possible from behind a marker, using one hand while keeping the stone against their neck until release. This ancient event demands strength and technique.
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Caber Toss
Register NowPerhaps the most iconic event, the caber toss involves balancing and flipping a large log (caber) so it lands straight, aiming for a "12 o'clock" position away from the thrower, emphasizing balance over distance. Success lies in precision.
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Sheaf Toss
Register NowAthletes use a pitchfork to hurl a burlap bag filled with straw, weighing 16 or 20 lbs, over a horizontal bar, with three attempts per height until only one competitor remains. This event requires incredible timing and explosive strength.
