Knoxville is pleased to have the opportunity to host the 2012 National Horseshoe Pitchers Association (NHPA) World Tournament from July 30 - August 11, 2012!

Who: 1500 competitors plus their families and friends! Different groups from youth to seniors from all over the United States and possibly some international competitors come to participate.

What: National Horseshoe Pitchers Association's World Tournament 2012 "Ringers on Rocky Top"

When: July 30 - August 11, 2012

Where: Knoxville Convention Center

Why: Horseshoe pitching is a great sport that features national champions for men, women, boys and girls and can also be played in the backyard of someone's home!

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Combine Knoxville’s location in the geographical center of the eastern United States with true southern hospitality and tradition and you have the perfect destination to host the NHPA World Tournament. Knoxville is conveniently located at the crossroads of two major interstates: I-75 and I-40, and is only 12 miles from McGhee Tyson Airport, the premier air facility serving East Tennessee.

View the National Horseshoe Pitchers Association World Horseshoe Tournament Event Handout

Requirements for Participation

Adults Pitch in 4 Sanctioned Events prior to mid May
Youth Pitch in 1 Sanctioned Event prior to mid May

Sanctioned events in Tennessee can be located at www.tnhorseshoepitching.com/schedule

Download the National Horseshoe Pitchers Association Southern Hospitality Showdown Form

Questions about the event - Call 865-523-7263

To volunteer please contact Rachael Oberman - Call 865-342-9108

For more information, please visit http://www.horseshoepitching.com/index.html.

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