AN all-female team is set to take on the iconic greasy pole at this year's Marymass.
The group will be the first team formed of only women to enter the competition since the 1990s.
Each work at Now Ayrshire Radio and there are high hopes they can claim the famous ham on Saturday, August 22.
A festival spokesperson said: "For the first time this century, an all-female team will contest the greasy pole.
"The group [so far] are presenters at Now Ayrshire Radio and they are brimming with confidence, and a little stupidity, ahead of the big day.
"Can they be one of the first ever female groups to actually win the ham? Catch all the action across the racecourse on Irvine Moor from 2pm on Marymass Saturday."
So far, Now Ayrshire Radio has confirmed that presenters Ali Wright, Amanda Jean, and Bex Johnson will compete - alongside a secret member not yet announced.
Bex commented: “I am excited for the Greasy Pole. I’ve watched it my whole life, and felt that the people who do it are like superheroes.
“I’m excited to give it a go this year, and it made even more special knowing that I’m part of the first female team to try it since the 90s.
“It’s a well-known family tradition, and I can’t wait to see my family there to cheer me on."
Amanda added: "It’s all about girl power and coming together to uplift each other. I feel really supported by Ali and Bex.
“I’ve loved hearing the support we’re already getting, and I’m looking forward to showing everyone that women can support each other.”
Last year saw the ham claimed from atop the greasy pole for the first time since 2019.
Jordan Winton, James Affleck, James Affleck Jnr and John Bell took the prize in a record time at Marymass 2025.
Entries to this year's event remain open with teams able to register their interest by emailing marymassfestival@gmail.com.
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