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09/01/2026

Ohio… brace yourselves…

The Powerlifting
Pirate himself — GENO — is sailing into the 2026 USA Powerlifting Ohio State Championships (OH-2026-03)
to bring the fire, the fury, and the voice that can shake the rafters.

He’s not just announcing. He’s not just
watching. He’s here to cheer for YOU,
to celebrate your PRs, and to
turn every lift into a moment you’ll never forget.

If you’ve never hit a PR or set a record with
Geno screaming your name… You’re about to.

This meet is about to be legendary.

08/14/2026

ROYAL DECREE FROM THE THRONE OF KINGS & QUEENS

📜 Hear ye, hear ye — let it be known across the realm of Ohio powerlifting:

Only FOUR noble lifters may yet claim entry to the Kings & Queens Fall Open. The roster nears completion, and the gates will soon close.

If you seek glory on September 19, step forward now. When the final four are claimed, the decree shall be sealed.

Meet Director and Co State Chair, Nick Neforos

Ohio’s own Julieann Ashe with her 62.5kg squat at the Indiana Eclipse Classic on August 1, 2026 just added two more squa...
08/14/2026

Ohio’s own Julieann Ashe with her 62.5kg squat at the Indiana Eclipse Classic on August 1, 2026 just added two more squat records to her legacy.

She set a new Masters 4a 82.5 kg squat record, and because her lift also exceeds the younger division standard, she now claims the Masters 3b 82.5 kg squat record as well.

Julieann now owns both the M3b and M4a records — proving once again that strength has no age limit and no ceiling.

Proud of you, Julieann. Proud to cheer you on.

CLEVELAND — THE HEAT HITS THE PLATFORM ON SEPTEMBER 5TH. The Summer Showdown returns to Barbell Culture, and every lifte...
07/27/2026

CLEVELAND — THE HEAT HITS THE PLATFORM ON SEPTEMBER 5TH.

The Summer Showdown returns to Barbell Culture, and every lifter stepping onto the platform knows exactly what this meet is: a test, a challenge, a chance to rise when the pressure is highest.

On September 5th, athletes from across Ohio will battle for kilos, records, and reputation. Mid‑season momentum is built here to ramp you up for the State Meet in November! — in the noise, in the chalk, in the moment the bar leaves the floor.

Expect big lifts, big energy, and a crowd that shows up ready to fuel every attempt.

🔥 USA Powerlifting Sanction: OH‑2026‑05
🔥 Electric meet‑day atmosphere
🔥 Spectators welcome — come feel the heat

Athletes: sharpen your attempts.
Handlers: dial in your strategy.
Cleveland: get loud.

USA Powerlifting Summer Showdown at Barbell Culture, please DM us if you need help signing up, or check our bio for the signup link, OR check on liftingcast.com

Meet director
Heat rises. Lifters rise higher.

07/17/2026

Ohio showed up at Bench Nationals in Appleton, WI last weekend. New records, new milestones, and a whole lot of fire from our lifters.

🏆 Jordan Braund smashed a 70kg class state record with a 110kg bench in the open division.

🏆 Robert Reed followed with absolute dominance in the 100kg class, pressing 200kg and setting three new Masters records , locking in new marks across Masters 1A, 1B, and 2A.

🔥 And Ohio’s future is looking strong:

🏆 Gannon Jackson crushed a Teen 2 state record, hitting 195kg in the 110kg class with confidence and power.

Ohio strength. Ohio standards. Ohio records. We are proud of every lifter who stepped onto that platform and represented our state with grit and precision.

Onward. Upward. Stronger.

Meet your new featured athlete!!! Julieann Ash!!At 70 years old, Julieann Ashe was fighting her way back from a fracture...
07/08/2026

Meet your new featured athlete!!! Julieann Ash!!

At 70 years old, Julieann Ashe was fighting her way back from a fracture where her right rotator cuff attaches. Recovery was slow, painful, and uncertain — until a door opened.

Thanks to Tom Doyle, retired Ohio State track and field coach, Julieann was introduced to the incredible community at Worthington Metro Fitness and Next Generation Powerlifting. They taught her proper technique, supported her through every setback, and celebrated every milestone — including an Ohio State squat record and a first‑place finish at the 2025 Ohio State Championship in her age and weight class.

They didn’t see her age.
They saw her potential.

What makes powerlifting so special isn’t just the competition — it’s the people. The Beginner Brawls, the women’s meets, and the judges at every event Julieann has attended reflect a culture of encouragement, respect, and inclusion. Everyone is welcomed, supported, and pushed to become their best.

Julieann turns 75 this September, and she’s not slowing down. She’s already preparing for Midwest Regionals and the Ohio State Meet this fall.

She is proud to be part of the USAPL Powerlifting family — and we are proud to have her.

The Kings & Queens Fall Open returns to Bowling Green University on September 19, 2026, offering Ohio lifters a premium ...
07/08/2026

The Kings & Queens Fall Open returns to Bowling Green University on September 19, 2026, offering Ohio lifters a premium meet experience and the ideal warm‑up before the State Championship on November 14.

You’ll compete on the same equipment and a fully dialed‑in setup — exactly what you’ll see at States. Meet Director Nick Neforos continues to raise the bar with fun, high‑profile meets across Ohio.

Sharpen your lifts now. Dominate in November!!

Register on liftingcast.com ➡️ https://liftingcast.com/meets/mplsyf2v9h9f/registration

06/02/2026

Ohio, it’s our time again. Next week, our Masters and Raw Nationals lifters step onto the platform in Lombard, Illinois — and they’re bringing that unmistakable Ohio grit with them.

To every athlete making the trip: we’re behind you, we’re proud of you, and we know you’ll represent this state with strength, discipline, and heart.

Go ahead, show them how Ohio lifts.

Greg was our first featured athlete, with that said...This month, we honor Greg Page as our Featured Athlete — a man who...
06/01/2026

Greg was our first featured athlete, with that said...

This month, we honor Greg Page as our Featured Athlete — a man whose kindness, steadiness, and love for this sport made him one of the most respected figures in our community.

Greg was deeply loved. He supported lifters, lifted spirits, and set a standard for what it means to show up for others. His impact is woven into every meet, every platform, and every person he encouraged along the way.

We miss him. We remember him. And we carry his legacy forward with pride.

Rest easy, Greg. You’ll always be part of this family.

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