WEIGHT SELECTION
An event historically contested by participants in highland games celebrating Celtic and Scottish culture, the weight throw is quickly growing in popularity, especially among masters athletes engaged in age–group competition.
COMPETITION SPECIFICATIONS
Regular Throwing Weight Categories
Women H.S. to 49: 20 lbs.;
Women 50–59: 16 lbs.;
Women 60–74: 12 lbs.;
Women 75+: 4 kg.
Men H.S.: 25 lbs.
Men College to 49: 35 lbs.
Men 50–59: 25 lbs.
Men 60–69: 20 lbs.
Men 70–79: 16 lbs.
Men 80+: 12 lbs.
Men’s Super Weight Throw Categories
Men to 59: 56 lbs.
Men 60+: 44 lbs.