There are many questions about a national event run by USAPL.  We want to answer as many of those questions as possible in a user friendly click here method.  We hope that by answering these Q's, we will get more participation in the great sport of HS powerlifting.  Take a few moments to look over these FAQ's about our sport at the national level.

 

Is there a JV division for a student athlete to compete in?

YES there is a separate competition for JV boys and girls that takes place on the Friday of the meet.  Sat & Sun is Varsity competition.  There are separate qualifying totals for the JV division and there are medals and awards as well. 

 

Can I come myself and still compete in this large event?

YES you as a parent or coach can bring 1 athlete and compete individually or bring several athletes and still compete individually.  Coaches have discretion as to competing as a team and they must list their team of athletes once the meet starts.  There is a team award for both the JV and the varsity competitions.

 

 

If I am qualified for both the JV and the Varsity divisions can I compete in both the JV and Varsity meets?

You may only lift on one of the meets - assuming an athlete has met both the standards they must pick either the Varsity division or the Junior Varsity division. 

 

How do I qualify for Nationals?

This question comes up a bunch and there are a few things that are important as follows -

* You MUST qualify at a USAPL sanctioned event.  Your state will have several events that are sanctioned and you need to check the USAPL web page for these different events.  Lift at a USAPL sanctioned meet and meet the minimum qualification marks (See USAPL Qualification's on this web page) and you are set.

 

* You must send in the entry form with a verification that you have met the minimum standards.  The verification should be signed by a coach or school administrator and then you are registered and able to compete.  Lifters who do not have this complete will NOT be authorized to compete.