Thistle Day Highland Games
Thistle Day is back for 2024!
What: The fourth annual Thistle Day festival will once again feature an official highland games competition! Last year was a big success and we hope to top that this year. We look forward to welcoming the junior classes to the field, and we have a lot of other fun stuff in store.
When: Saturday, September 28th, 9:00AM until about 4:00PM, Rain or shine. Crowd participation events to follow.
Where: 10 Main St., Argyle, NY
Who: Men or women yrs 14-99, Scottish or not, prior experience not required. *Juniors will need to register with the Google Form, not HeavyAthlete.com
Cost: $32 per athlete- No cost for spectators. No cost for judges/field volunteers, but please still fill out the form here
Be sure to register by 9/5 to secure your T-shirt. Registration still accepted until 9/20.
More info:
Athlete check-in will start at 8:30 and we will aim for a 9:00 start. All competitors must be pre-registered and sign a waiver form to be on the throwing field. Juniors will need a guardian to sign for them. Kilts are required for competition. This event is beginner friendly but it is recommended that new throwers review the rules (Youtube, NASGA) in advance or try to join an open practice.
New thrower? What to bring:
- Dress for the weather, footwear should be sneakers, boots, or cleats
- BYO food/snacks, water will be provided for participants, food vendors will arrive in the afternoon
- Lawn chair
- Some people like to bring a 10'x10' pop up tent or sun shade
Athletic director for this event: Mac Dillman
Contact: [email protected]
Keep an eye out for emails leading up to the event with more info on parking and other stuff.
Stay in the loop by joining Empire Throwing Club on Facebook!
and follow us on Instagram @empirethrowingclub or visit our home on the web www.empirethrowingclub.com
You can also check out the Thistle Day event page here
Athletes
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| Amateur Men |
| Athlete Name |
| Travis Toth |
| Brett Darrow |
| Amateur Women |
| Athlete Name |
| Savannah Gordon |
| Noelle Michaud |
| Melissa Quinlivan |
| Jess Worner |
| Rebecca Rich |
| Lightweight Amateur Women |
| Athlete Name |
| Melissa Thorpe |
| Mary Greagan |
| Masters Men 60-64 |
| Athlete Name |
| Tom Renton |
| Masters Women 45-49 |
| Athlete Name |
| Sandy Alton |