Highland Games Return To Ringgold

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There will be a demonstration of Scottish Highland Games in Ringgold on Saturday, May 1, 2010.  This event is sponsored by the Appalachian Celtic Connection, WAAK Radio, Marshall M. Bandy, JR, PC and Ringgold Telephone Company.

In addition to the Highland Games, there will be live Irish music. There was also special activities for children age 2-10, directed by Jean and Bill Hayes.

The Games will be directed by Justin White and Rob Hatch, both world-class competitors in Highland Games competitons.

WORLD RECORDS SET - Three world records were set at the Ringgold Highland Games held on Saturday, Oct. 3.  Records were set in the Sheaf Toss, Hammer Throw and 56 pound weight for distance. The athletes in Ringgold were also competing against a team of athletes at the Ocala, Fla. Highland Games. The Ringgold team won the Ringgold Cup by having better overall scores. The Cup will stay in Ringgold until next year's competion.  The athletes are shown presenting the Cup to Marshall Bandy, a major sponsor of the event.

Note: Any vendors interested in setting up at this event should use the application form that is on this website.  All you need to do is just write the word "Ringgold" somewhere on the form.  Deadline for entries is Friday, April  16, 2010.  Thank you.