Rally the Tartans — lifting culture, throwing tradition. "Hammer Throws & Growing the Sport"

Before there were cages, medals, and modern gear — there was the Highland hammer. Forged from myth, muscle, and clan pride, the hammer throw stands as one of the oldest and most thunderous traditions in Celtic sport. In this episode of Rally the Tartans, host Michael Paul Wolfgar Lewis takes you on a powerful journey through the origins and evolution of the hammer throw — from ancient Celtic warriors and legendary kings, to the Highland Games fields and Olympic stadiums of today. Discover how this event became more than a contest of distance — it became a living symbol of strength, culture, and heritage. Whether you’re an athlete, a fan of the Games, or simply drawn to the stories that shaped Scottish tradition, this episode will have you gripping your boots, planting your feet, and feeling the weight of history swing through time. Rally the Tartans — lifting culture, throwing tradition.