The NFG Story
No Fame Games, LLC is a company that specializes in Celtic Strength Culture. We use the format of the Highland Games to support and promote people and communities with all things Celtic Strength. We started as a grassroots backyard movement coming out of COVID in 2021. A group of competitive athletes of the Scottish Highland Games banded together to return to throwing, and back to the core of the sport. To us this meant moving away from the limelight and focus on trophies and victories.
By returning to focusing on the camaraderie within the community of athletes we also decided to give back to the elders who have given so much to us throughout the decades. Effectively, giving recognition back to those with 'no fame'. Lineage is important to us. Community is important to us. Carrying the torch on for the future generations is important to us.
We are passionate about the history and tradition of these Celtic Strength Culture, and we are dedicated to providing a safe and fun environment where people from all walks of life can engage in these activities. Our team strives tirelessly throughout the year preparing to make each of our events an unforgettable experience; all with the goal of ensuring the spirit of Celtic Sports like the Highland Games and it's Heavy Athletics with Traditional Stonelifting stays alive, flourishes, and is protected for the future generations to come.
This passion and determination continually drives us to keep the love of the Celtic Strength alive throughout the strength world. Since our start in 2021, we have continued to show immense growth and momentum. Today, our logo and reputation has permeated the Heavy Athletics culture. No Fame Games™ has become a reminder of why we do what we do: For the Love of the Games.
Behind THE SCENES
Joshua Mackintosh
Chef
Being one of the Founders, Josh does it for the Heavy Events and NFG Community. He fulfills whatever tasks NFG needs while enjoying bridge-building, creativity, and stoking the hype train most. He translates why Highland Games is the thing you didn't know you needed in your business and life, and endeavors to authentically bridge the gap between the wisdom of the old with the exuberance of the new.
Martin Jancsics
Stonelifting
The Stone Man himself. No introduction needed. Featured in the docu-films: Stoneland and Stones. We allow him to continue to believe he is the most handsome member of the crew. His favorite Still Game line is, "BACK AFF, ya spooky b*tch!"
Tom McMann
Videography
Tom McMann is one of the most professional and talented videographers we are blessed to collaborate with. All of the drone, fpv drone, and most of our recent video footage comes from him. If you are looking for someone to cover your event, and produce results FAST, hire him immediately.
Robert Troupe
Advisor, Judge, Setup Logistics
Robert Troupe is a legend in the Highland Games and Stonelifting world. He was top 3 in the world as an athlete and considered one of the best Caber tossers of all-time. Robert's experience, skill, wisdom, and guidance is immensely appreciated and cherished. We are blessed to have his support, and indeed New England is lucky he is still so involved in helping the Games stay alive.
John Karlin
Equipment
As an engineer, former oil-rig worker & naval officer, John's technical skillset is matched only by his immense heart, kindness, and fun quirkiness that we all love. A devout family man, great thrower, and person, John is the next generation HG equipment specialist of New England and we are blessed to have him here.
Jennifer Yarro
Head Honchess
As a fire Goddess and fiercely loving Mama-bear, Jenn brings her experience of having built three independent grass-roots businesses to international brand awareness. She fulfills two main roles as Events Director and Chief Strategy Officer for NFG's mission to be a leading presence of education, entertainment, and community building in the Highland Games arena!
Eric Dawson
Team Highlander
Owner / Operator of Titan Barbell in Stoneham, MA, Eric is probably the current strongest man in New England. Aside from his professional strongman prowess, he is an immensely intelligent, moral, dependable, and kind person. His immaculate character and professionalism pervade everything he does, and for us we are blessed that he acts as an advisor and also Judges our Team Highlander competition.
Sarah Furman
Videography
Sarah is the official videographer and photographer for Cerberus USA. Her artistic work in highlighting strength sports is world-renowned and speaks for itself. We were lucky enough to have her join us in 2024 and are stoked for what she has in store for us this year!
Ray McHatton
Clan Coordinator
A Cat Clan brother through and through, Ray coordinates with other Clan Organizations for our Home Games' Clan Village. He has been going to Highland Games festivals around New England for decades. Much of that time has been dedicated as a tent representative for Clan Chattan. Check out his YouTube Channel: 'Touch Not'.
Tony Trapanese
Gabagool
One of the OG Kings of NFG, Tony "Three Throws" is known for dropping bombs, keeping order, looking thicc, and working with his hands. Problems just 'disappear' whenever the Trapanese Famiglia are around.
Eric Langlais
Security
Codename 'Calves', Eric is one of the founders and originators of NFG. By night he is integral to Methuen, MA's water. And from the very get-go he has been the heart and behind-the-scenes facilitator in networking, sponsorships, team connectivity, group dynamics, and most importantly ensuring everyone is having a damn good time.
Jarrett McPhee
Shenanigans
Co-Founder of Clan Shenanigans and Head of New England Stonelifting, Jarrett is not only an avid historic stonelifter, highland gamer, and strength enthusiast, he is an industry leading graphic designer. Jarrett helps with inclusivity, design, the stonelifting, volunteering, general welfare of NFG, and keeping everyone's experience on the field entertaining.
Cassie Montague
Photography / Videography
Cassie brings her experience as an athlete and introverted genius to capture some of the most vivid and cinematic Highland Games photography and videography in modern times. She joined us for the 2023 season and her work lives in infamy.
Tom Billinge
Celtic Wrestling
Tom aka WarYoga is a prolific author, writer, and editor. He has been a dedicated martial arts for decades, possessing a passion for and fascination with ancient traditions and modalities. A scholar and a gentleman he connects NFG to Martial Artists for the Celtic Wrestling of Home Games. Be sure to visit his website.
Ryan Mrozek
Connections
An OG King of NFG who, when paired with Gabagool is one of our group's unstoppable forces. When he's not throwing bombs, he assists with sponsorships, networking, and spreading the NFG gospel. Moreover, if you need insurance, and real estate advice, he is the guy!
David Swanson
Designer, Screenprinter
David 'The Baron' Swanson is the owner/operator of Alpha Iron Press, which works with people and companies to design and hand screenprint the shirts and swag of dreams. Based out of Austin Texas, Dave has been with us from the get go and is the main reason why people know the NFG brand: our design, logos, and iconic high-quality shirts.
Ken Gustavson
Judge
For decades Ken 'Kenny G' has supplied equipment for, athletic-directed, or been involved in almost all Highland Games throughout New England. Some would say HG wouldn't have continued in New England if it wasn't for Ken. The recipient of our 2022 NFG Support and Guidance Award, he has acted as Head Judge to our Pro Classes, Advisor, Counselor, and Supporter. Thank you Ken for all you have done, and all you do.
Jason Zucco
Photography
Jason is a world renowned photographer and cinematographer. He very graciously joined us under the Clan Shenanigan banner in 2024 and has given us some mind-blowing photography. Check out his site!
David Keohan
Irish Stonelifting
David aka Indiana Stones has become a legend in Ireland, and at the forefront of revitalizing the dying tradition of stonelifting in Ireland. Having help rediscover over 50 historic stones himself, he has been featured on TV Shows, Documentaries, and dozens of podcasts. Be sure to follow him on his social media!
Koreena Hemker
Photography
Koreena hails from Michigan and travels the world photographing sports and athletics. Her still photography is highly sought after, and she approached us in 2023 to be a part of Home Games. We are so grateful she did, her work is amazing. Check out her website!
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2025 Logo Design
Designed by our Master Designer Dave Swanson, the 2025 logo continues with the theme of incorporating the two cultures of the Celts and the Norse.
Bridget / Brigid, the Celtic Goddess, renowned amongst the Celts as a beacon for healing, compassion, the arts, fertility, smithing, and alchemical fire. Her tree is the Oak, and trademark the open flame with flowing hair. This image is bridged with the Norse Goddess, Freya. Her being a symbol of battle, the journey of death, love, beauty, mysticism, and travel. Her tools are said to be the cloak of falcon feathers, flowers especially the daisy, and divine armor. Our heroine is connected to and surrounded by Mother Earth, with her roots digging deep and providing life and beauty to all within her womb. She is crowned, wielding a shield as a shieldmaiden from the Norse tradition, armed, and ready for battle.
These archetypes and role models exhibit the core values we uphold in the polarity / expression of the feminine, on and off the field. Of which we have seen the female athletes emulate so powerfully.
In 2025 we wish to continue to unite together our Celtic and neighboring Norse cultures, bringing out the best in us as people and a community of strength.
2024 Logo Design
Designed by our Master Designer Dave Swanson, this year's logo incorporates the two cultures of the Celts and the Norse.
Odin, the one-eyed All-Father, sacrificed his eye in order to gain true wisdom and vision of the world. He is the symbol of war, victory, wisdom, sorcery & mysticism, literature, the written letters or runes, wrath/frenzy, and death among other things. Perhaps most recently he is known most notably as the Father of Thor. The lightning scar over his right eye is a symbol of that sacrifice and victory. The Green Man is a Celtic symbol for the cycle of life, death and re-birth, as well as nature, often paired with the Oak Tree. The symbol of godhood - or divinity - within the masculine and its relationship with the transcendent life force - Goddess or the feminine expression of divinity.
Flanked on either side of our Champion are the two Ravens: Hunginn and Munnin, respectively "thought" and "memory/mind", used to bring information to and act as messengers for Odin.
In 2024 we wish to unite together our Celtic and neighboring Norse cultures, bringing out the best in us as people and a community of strength.
