All lifters that had previously registered for this event have gotten an email with instructions on what to do. While this probably isn’t surprising news to some it was definitely a difficult decision to make as we wanted to hold this event even if it was later in the year. With all of the postponed events, it didn’t make sense to hold a large event while other meet directors still wanting to run their own Read More
June 6, 2020 (Anchorage, AK) Effective immediately, powerlifting equipment manufactured by Metal will no longer be allowed in any USA Powerlifting competition. USA Powerlifting will neither do business or facilitate the continued exposure or contribute to the success of a company whose values are inconsistent with ours, and based on prejudice, racism, or hatred. ### Read More
Thought about stepping up as state referee but nervous about taking the test? Or already a referee and want to ask questions? Join some of our experienced National & International Referees for short half hour sessions for an informal discussion on a variety of referee topics to prepare you for the test or help clarify the rulebook. Our first sessions will be the following dates and times: Saturday May 16th – 10-10:30 AM EST Monday, Read More
If you’ve been waiting for additional coaching clinic dates, they’re here! Sign up today before these spots sell out. REGISTER Read More
We have created a webpage dedicated to the ongoing updates for COVID-19. Please go here: https://www.usapowerlifting.com/covid-19-updates/ Read More
USA Powerlifting COVID-19 Update for Upcoming Events March 14, 2020 High School NationalsUSA Powerlifting will be postponing the 2020 USA Powerlifting High School National Championships following Texas Governor Gregg Abbott’s Emergency Declaration. The rescheduled date of the Championships is June 30th – July 2nd 2020, in Killeen Texas. Championship Director and Vice President of USA Powerlifting, Johnny Graham, is working hard to reorganize the event and to communicate with all athletes and coaches. More details Read More
USA Powerlifting Postpones 2020 Collegiate National Powerlifting Championships March 13, 2020 Anchorage, Alaska – USA Powerlifting will be postponing the 2020 USA Powerlifting Collegiate National Championships after the Pennsylvania State Government announced a ban on large events. Originally scheduled for April 3, 2020 in State College, Pennsylvania, a new event date is still being explored at this time. This decision has been made with the health and safety of USA Powerlifting members, volunteers, and supporters Read More
Anchorage, Alaska – USA Powerlifting, the largest powerlifting organization in the United States, hosted 7 competitions with 255 athletes from across the United States and internationally this past weekend at The Arnold Sports Festival in Columbus Ohio, the largest multi-sport festival in the world. For the 13th year in a row the organization hosted the premiere powerlifting competition, giving away over $45,000 in cash prizes in the process. This year marked the first year that Read More
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 9, 2020 Regarding the Novel COVID-19 Virus and USA Powerlifting Events USA Powerlifting will continue on with its scheduled sanctioned events in 2020. The Executive Committee is closely monitoring the CDC, Federal, and state and local government guidance on the Novel Coronavirus. Members, volunteers, and supporters who feel ill are encouraged to stay at home and not join the large groups of people at events. All members, volunteers, and supporters should Read More
Northeastern Men’s Club and Women’s Club Powerlifting is a student-run organization that strives to provide a motivating, safe, and fun environment for collegiate powerlifting. Over the years the NUPL has produced many collegiate, national, and international champions in the sport of powerlifting. We are proud of our members and hope to keep the momentum going. This year we are heading to Collegiate Nationals in State College, Pennsylvania! For many of our members, National’s is the Read More