Explore stories from Atlantic Canada.
In front of an electric crowd, Falmouth tug of war teams pulled their way to victory, defeating Pictou and Antigonish.reaffirmed what has been witnessed this year: a renewed interest in the sport.was held Sept. 24 in a packed arena at the Hants County Exhibition in Windsor. The championships came down to Falmouth versus Pictou for the women’s title and Falmouth versus Antigonish for the men’s title.
In 2016, there were two women’s teams competing. This year, there were six: two from Falmouth, another one from the Falmouth area, and one each from New Ross, Pictou County and Milford. “We just work hard and then it’s just getting everybody there a little bit early, stretched out, making sure the head space is all right on all the pullers and that we’re all focused on the same end goal,” said Greenough. Then it’s about feeling the rope and knowing when to make the next move.
Hot and exhausted, the men’s Falmouth tug of war team congratulate Antigonish on a hard-fought pull. - Aimee Alden “I didn’t know... until our coach started jumping up and down that we won. So, the atmosphere in there was on our side and it was very thrilling.” “All you need to come to tug of war is a strong heart and a strong mind and you’re welcome to come,” said Copas, noting it’s a great sport for people who aren’t involved in traditional organized sports like hockey and baseball.
Canada Latest News, Canada Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
China forex reserves fall to $3.115 trln in SeptemberExplore stories from Atlantic Canada.
Read more »
Conflict between Israel and Palestinians in GazaExplore stories from Atlantic Canada.
Read more »
Conflict between Israel and Palestinians in GazaExplore stories from Atlantic Canada.
Read more »
GRANT FROST: Mosaic, not melting pot, when it comes to gender and classroomsExplore stories from Atlantic Canada.
Read more »
GAIL LETHBRIDGE: Canada’s ‘nice’ reputation worthy of reflectionExplore stories from Atlantic Canada.
Read more »