That’s a wrap! 2022 THSWPA State Championships! 4 days, 8 State Meets, $30,000 in Scholarships! Thank you to everyone who helped us out and made it an amazing event!
Huge shout out to
@CharlyRowe4
who not only judged eight powerlifting meets in four days but also sang EVERY national anthem before each meet began! Thank you for honoring America with your beautiful voice and representing THSWPA! P.S. Your Texas shoes are awesome!
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Enjoy the break powerlifters because the 2024 season is about to begin! We are excited to see how much stronger you’ve become! Rest up and let’s get ready to roll in January!
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Thank you to all the Lifters, Coaches, Parents, and Fans for coming out to the THSWPA State Championships in Frisco, TX. We hope everyone made it home safe and we look forward to seeing you again next year!
Welcome to the 2024 powerlifting season!! We are excited about week one beginning and you showing us how strong your programs are! Be watching for lifters and coaches who deserve recognition for our THSWPA members of the week! Go for big weight!
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THSWPA is excited to introduce an Unequipped Lifting Division for the 2024 season. This first year will establish how to implement this division along with the equipped division already in place. Attached is a quick overview of how things will look this season.
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THAT TIES THE NEW RECORD JUST SET THE SQUAT BEFORE! 3A Large Paris Cruz from Corpus Christi London squatting 410LBS for her Final attempt in the 123LBS weight class.
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Congratulations to all the Regional Qualifiers for the 2023 season!! You will now represent your school, your team, and yourself for your ENTIRE region!! Congrats and go compete!!
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THAT IS A NEW RECORD!! 3A Small Amaris Garza from Edinburg Idea squatting 520LBS for her Final attempt in the 181LBS weight class.
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She just broke the record THREE TIMES! Great job!
THAT IS A NEW TOTAL RECORD!! 5A Large Crystal Martinez from Kyle Lehman HS deadlifting a total of 1260LBS for her Final attempt in the 220LBS weight class.
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Congratulations all State Qualifiers! We are excited to see you compete at the highest level of our association! Go to our website, to find all state information about dates, locations, and fees. We will see you soon!
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The 2024 season is ready to begin! Post your lifting videos and pictures and tag
@thswpa
so we can give you the recognition you deserve! Go Big or Go Home!
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Congratulations to Coach Andrew Allen
@CoachAndrewAll1
from Dell Valle HS for being selected as Region2 REGIONALS Coach of the Week! Your coaching exemplifies hard work, integrity, and sportsmanship for all to see. Thank you from THSWPA! Keep up the good work.
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Congratulations to Coach Jacob Rowe
@rowe_coach
from Elgin HS for being selected as Region 2 Coach of the Week! Your coaching exemplifies hard work, integrity, and sportsmanship for all to see. Thank you from THSWPA! Keep up the good work.
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THAT IS A NEW RECORD!! 5A Small Ketney Nikoleau from Sharyland Pioneer deadlifting 405LBS for her opening attempt in the 114LBS weight class. She also set a new total record of 1035!!
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Getting ready for our 1A/2A THSWPA State Championships this morning! We will be posting videos of lifts all week. Make sure to tag your schools and get recognition for your lifters!
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Congratulations to Lupe Hernandez from Cotulla HS for being selected as Region 5 Coach of the Week! Your coaching exemplifies hard work, integrity, and sportsmanship for all to see. Thank you from THSWPA! Keep up the good work.
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Our Association gives away $30,000 in scholarships for our lifter’s college education! We want athletes to be the strongest under the bar AND in their education! Here are some of our 5A recipients of a $1,000 scholarship.
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THAT IS A NEW RECORD!! 5A Small Anya Kirk-Jones from Elgin deadlifting 440LBS for her 3rd attempt in the 259LBS weight class. She also broke her own total for a new record total of 1335!!
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Facts from Girls State!
This year at the THSWPA State Championships:
With the help of our sponsors we were able to present $30,000 in scholarships to deserving young ladies
4 days of great competition
9 total meets
1st ever Unequipped State Meet!
Taking a moment to appreciate Coach Kenny Wilkerson for his exemplary leadership! His vision, integrity, and dedication had a huge impact on the sport over the last two years! Thank you for guiding us towards success and pioneering our unequipped division.
#Gratitude
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Caught a SUV headed to the THSWPA State Championships on the hwy.
“Don’t have $100 shoes and a 10¢ squat!”
- Louie Simmons
Congratulations on making it to state Kenedy ISD!
#kenedy
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Congratulations to our Region 2 5AD2 Team Champions! You have brought pride to your schools and town! Keep up the good work and we will see you at the State Championships!
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Congratulations to Coach Chris Armatta
@coacharmatta
from Johnson HS for being selected as Region 2 Coach of the Week! Your coaching exemplifies hard work, integrity, and sportsmanship for all to see. Thank you from THSWPA! Keep up the good work.
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Congratulations to Coach Gregg Frashure
@coachfrashure
from College Station HS for being selected as Region 2 Coach of the Week! Your coaching exemplifies hard work, integrity, and sportsmanship for all to see. Thank you from THSWPA! Keep up the good work.
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THAT IS A NEW RECORD!! 5A Large Alyssa Martinez from Kyle Lehman deadlifting 325LBS for her 3rd attempt in the 105LBS weight class. With this she set a new total record of 855!!
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Congratulations to Coach Josh McNeil
@Mcneill_josh
from Magnolia HS for being selected as Region 4 Coach of the Week! Your coaching exemplifies hard work, integrity, and sportsmanship for all to see. Thank you from THSWPA! Keep up the good work.
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We would like to thank everyone for making this season a success. We persevered; like true champions. Safety is & always will be of the utmost importance to ensure all our student-athletes get the opportunity to compete in a safe environment. Stay strong & stay safe. 💪🏽🏅
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THSWPA members, attached is the State Powerlifting Meet schedule for the 2023 season. It will be hosted at the Comerica Center in Frisco TX, March 15-18.
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