The banks of the Ouachita River and Bayou Desiard, Monroe-West Monroe, Louisiana is hosting the 2022 World Horseshoe Pitching Championship at the Monroe Civic Center.
The tournament will be held from July 11 to 23, and admission is free for everyone. The competitions begin at 8 a.m. and end at approximately 10 p.m. daily. Nine World Champions will be awarded by the 23rd with over $180,000 in cash.
A total of 649 athletes, aged seven to 95, will be competing in the event with entries from the United States, South Africa, Norway, and Canada. A total of 45 states and 5 countries will be represented during the competition.
COVID-19 protocols will be followed.
Laurie Lampkin said, "We are a family-oriented sport. Mom, dad, and grandparents, everybody comes and pitches and competes."
The media day is set for July 8th at 2 p.m. and the “Warm Up” tournament on July 9th at 8 a.m., both are free to the public. The Hall of Fame Banquet will be Sunday, July 17th at the Monroe Convention Center. Tickets will be on sale at the NHPF booth.
More information can be found at horseshoepitching.com.