Estevan Southern Impact, the local arm wrestling club, is gearing up for another exciting showdown as Armageddon 2025 returns this March. The event will take place at Fired Up Grill, offering a chance for both seasoned competitors and newcomers to test their strength in a community-driven competition.
Desiree Da Silva, a representative of Estevan Southern Impact, is thrilled about the growing support for the event and the club itself.
"I think a lot more people know who we are in the community and they're wanting to help, which is great to have that community support," she said.
Estevan Southern Impact welcomes anyone interested in the sport, regardless of experience or age. The club meets for practice on Wednesdays, offering a chance to train, socialize, and develop skills in a supportive environment.
Armageddon 2025 is designed to be an inclusive and fun event. This year, women can compete for free to encourage participation without pressure. The competition will feature multiple weight classes, including men’s, amateur men’s for those who have never competed before, a masters' category for competitors over 40, and a youth division for younger participants.
"We want to get everybody we can involved," said Da Silva. "We start with our youth, just to get them out of the way, and then they can get their medals and be so proud and support everybody else."
For those who prefer to watch rather than compete, spectators are welcome to enjoy the matches, the atmosphere, and the great food at Fired Up Grill. The event will be set up in a prime location under the restaurant’s large TV, with a microphone ensuring everyone can follow the action.
There is no pre-registration required to compete—interested participants can simply show up during weigh-in times.
"You just have to show up with the weigh times, which is between 10:00 and 12:00 in the morning on Saturday and 7:00 and 9:00 on the Friday beforehand. Just come pay your way and step on that scale. And don't worry, the scale is just so we can put you against people who are along your same wavelength," explained Da Silva.
Armageddon 2025 will take place on March 8 at Fired Up Grill. Make sure to follow Estevan Southern Impact on Facebook for the latest updates from the club.