Tartan Sporters is a term used to describe members of a CLAN who participate in sports. The term is derived from the traditional tartan patterned clothing worn by members of a CLAN. Tartan Sporters are usually associated with Highland Games, which are traditional Scottish sporting events that involve activities such as tossing the caber, hammer throwing, and tug-of-war. The term is also used to refer to any group of people who share a common heritage and participate in sports together.