Stone Put

A stone put is a traditional Scottish outdoor game similar to shot put in athletics. Players take a heavy, rounded stone—usually lighter than a shot put—and throw it from a standing or crouched position, aiming to cover the greatest distance. Unlike the modern shot put, which involves a specialized metal ball and specific techniques, the stone put emphasizes strength and technique in handling a natural stone. Historically played as a communal sport, it highlights skill, power, and control, often performed during festivals or local competitions in rural communities.