Harpers Ferry Celtic Culture Society

Crowd favorite Liam McCabe, 35, came away from the 2025 Highland Games with the gold medal in the lightweight (under 200 pounds) men’s category. Born in Virginia and raised in Maryland, Liam attended Renaissance and Celtic festivals in his boyhood. He played hockey and lacrosse in school, rising to all-state defenseman in the latter. Not until 2021, however, did he participate in his first highland games. A fast learner, Liam now competes in a half dozen games a year. His favorite event is...