National and State records are now being kept for the Raw division. If a lifter enters a competition in this division and sets a state or national record, he or she should fill out the proper paperwork and submit it to the appropriate party so the records can be listed. Our state record form can be found on this site on the records page. Refer to the USAPL website for the record forms for National and American records, as well as the rules governing that division. All you lifters who’d rather lift without the benefit of a bench shirt, squat or deadlift suit, etc. now’s your chance at fame (if not fortune)!
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The annual State Meeting was held on December 1st. At this meeting Robb Grisham was re-elected to a two year term as the State Chairman. The following individuals were elected to positions on the USAPL Colorado State Executive Committee:
Dan Gaudreau, Chief of State Referees
Steve Heyl, WebMaster
Jeanne Harms, State Records Chairperson
Jennifer Gaudreau, Athletes Representative
Bill Shalkowski, Athletes Representative
We will try to have eah of these individuals email addresses and photographs posted as soon as possible.
The 2006 USAPL Colorado Annual Meeting will be held on December 1st at the Sheridan Recreation Center, Room 5, 3325 W. Oxford Place, Sheridan, CO (telephone number 303-761-2248) from 7:30 PM to 9 PM.
Topics to be discussed include the recent USAPL NGB Meeting and the recent Technical Rules changes made by the IPF, especially the new rules regarding the bench press, all of which become effective on January 1, 2007.
In addition, this year we are required to elect a State Chairman and the states Executive Committee all of whom will be responsible for directing the activities of your organization for the coming two years.
USAPL Colorado is in dire need of two Athlete’s Representatives and a Media Officer. If you can volunteer to fill any of these positions please let me know as soon as possible.
Robb Grisham
State Chairman, USAPL/Colorado
At the recent 2006 IPF Masters World Championships held in Killeen, Texas from October 3rd to October 7th three of Colorado’s Master competitiors won their respective age and weight class championships.
Congratulations to Robert Trujillo, of Longmont, who won the IPF Masters Three (60+) age group in the 132 lbs class with a total of 1077. Robert also set an age group world record in the bench.
Congratulations to Keith Scisney, of Denver, who won the IPF Masters One (40 - 49) age group in the 148 lbs class with a total of 1439.
Congratulations to Ron Garofalo, of Centennial, who won the Masters One (40 - 49) age group in the 181 class with a total of 1687.
Congratulations are also due to David Gonzales, of Aurora, who placed second in a hard faught battle with the Canadian Champion. Dave, who only arrived at 2 AM on the morning he was scheduled to compete, managed an amazing total of 1890 with little or no sleep before the competition began.
We are all proud of our champions accomplishments and salute you for your achievements.
Robb Grisham
As the State Chairman I would like to welcome Jennifer Rey to our cadre of State Referees. Jennifer earned an amazing 100% on her practical test.
CONGRATULATIONS, Jennifer. You are not only a truly great competitor but will be make an excellent State Referee.
Robb Grisham
State Chairman, USAPL/Colorado
Congratulations to all of our Teen/Junior competitors who recently competed at the 2006 Teen/Junior Nationals held on June 1617 at Milwaukee, WI..
Joey Rein won the Teen 1 Division, 123 weight class, for the third straight year with a total of 847 lbs.
Andrew Cross won the Teen 1 Division, 181 weight class, with a total of 973.5 lbs.
Ross Maestas won the Teen 2 Division, 114 weight class with a total of 367.5
Brenden Beikman won the Junior Division, 181 weight class, with a total of 1504.
Also, the Virtus Gym Team consisting of Joey Rein, Andrew Wax, Jonathan Post, Lalo Pruneda, Vince Scavuzzo and Josh Rein placed 2nd in the Teen/Junior Team competition.
I recently learned that Colorado’s Scott Roberts was elected to the California Hall of Fame on May 20th, 2006. Scott is a long time competitor in Colorado and several times National and IPF Masters World Champion. Congratulations Scott !!
Congratulations to Dan Gaudreau !! At the recent USA Powerlifting National Governing Body meeting held in Miami, Florida, on July 7, 2006, Dan was honored by USA Powerlifting as the 2006 Coach of the Year. A well deserved award !
Congratulations to Bill Shalkowski !!
Bill has become Colorado’s newest National Referee after taking the test at the 2006 Masters Nationals in Killeen, Texas. The testing officials advised that Bill did exceptionally well and scored very high on both his practical and written examinations.