Meet/Event Announcements

[Dave.Follansbee]

2008 Northern Cup Bench Press Championship

Saturday, May 10

to be held just before the NPC Northern Cup Bodybuilding & MaggieFit Fitness/Figure Championship (9am- bench press, 11:30am- bodybuilding)

Venue:
Twin River Casino Events Center
100 Twin River Rd
Lincoln, RI (just outside of Providence)

Contact USPF Region I Chairman Dave Follansbee & IFBB Pro Maggie Blanchard for more info!
NHBodybuilding@yahoo.com 603-626-5489

[ripitupbaby]

I'll be there...not competing, workin' it though...so please come by and say HI, boys!   

[NASAKYCHAIRMAN]

2008 NASA KENTUCKY STATE Powerlifting, Bench Press, Push/Pull & Power Sports Championships

*** This meet is also a NASA Pro Powerlifting and Pro Power Sports Qualifier

***Inzer & Apt giveaway.

ENTRY FORM
http://www.nasa-sports.com/Entries/Entry%20KY%20State%203.24.07.htm

Location:      Morehead Conference Center,111 East First Street,Morehead, KY  40351

Days Inn Morehead  606-783-1484 – Ask for NASA & Conference Center discount when reserving rooms

Meet Directors: Greg & Susan Van Hoose, Route 1 Box 166,                                     Ravenswood, WV  26164 (304) 273-2283 or e-mail greg@vhepower.com

KY Records Chairman: J.T. Hall nasakentuckystatechairman@yahoo.com

Weigh-in Times:           Early weigh-in 8:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. Friday (All lifters)

                                                Regular weigh-in 8:00 A.M. to 9:00 A.M. Saturday (All lifters)

                                                Rules Meeting/Equipment Check will be at 9:15 A.M.

Lifting will begin at 10:00 A.M.

TRAIN HARD

"BIG WILLIE" J.T. HALL

[Stubborn]

If you wish to post an event/meet on this board, do so here. All threads that fall under this category will be merged into this thread.


Thanks!

[ripitupbaby]

2008 Northern Cup Bench Press Championship

Saturday, May 10

to be held just before the NPC Northern Cup Bodybuilding & MaggieFit Fitness/Figure Championship (9am- bench press, 11:30am- bodybuilding)

Venue:
Twin River Casino Events Center
100 Twin River Rd
Lincoln, RI (just outside of Providence)

Contact USPF Region I Chairman Dave Follansbee & IFBB Pro Maggie Blanchard for more info!
NHBodybuilding@yahoo.com 603-626-5489

This one was cancelled.  Not enough pre-registries. 

[Sean Katterle]

James Goad is putting on another great event in Orlando this fall.

http://www.americanchallengeusa.com/

The American Challenge RAW UNITED    NATIONAL POWERLIFTING CHAMPIONSHIP

DATE: Saturday August 30th, 2008

SITE: Hilton at Walt Disney World . Orlando , FL

 ATHLETE CHECK-IN: Friday August 29th for all competitors    4:00 P.M. ( Lanai Room )



LATE CHECK-IN: Saturday August 30th 7:30AM till 8:30AM    in (Salon 6)

EVENT STARTS AT 9:00AM

ELIGIBILITY: Open to Powerlifters from any Federation.    Teen and High School Lifters can be non Federation    Powerlifters.

FEDERATION: United Powerlifting Federation, will have one    meet per year at the American Challenge USA Competition    and Expo, The Federation has been developed so    Powerlifters from all Federations can come together and    compete for the title of Raw Powerlifter National Champion.    All lifts will count and be reported to Powerlifting USA.    Listing: Division, Weight Class, Name, Weight, and    Federation, High School or Collage.

EQUIPMENT RULES: Knee and Wrist raps, Weight belts, NO    Shirts or Suits


AWARDS: $700 plus trophies. Top Powerlifter in both    divisions will receive $200 in product coupons each. Top    overall female lifter, High School, College will receive $100 in    product coupons.1st-5th place in each weight class will    receive trophies. (Must be at least three powerlifters in    a division to win the BioPharm product award) The    Federation, High School or Collage with the most win™s will    receive a team trophy. FEES $50.00 Single Lift $30.00    Teens, High School, College, JV/Varsity $30.00 Additional    Division $25.00 Late Fee (Deadline Average Aug 15th,    2008 )

DIVISIONS 1: OPEN RAW (21 and Up) Master I (40-49)    Master II (50-59) Master III (60-69) Master IV (70+)    Police/Fire/Military. Weight Classes (lbs) Male: 114, 123,    132, 148, 165, 181, 198, 220, 242, 275 & SHW. Female: 97,    105, 114, 123, 132, 148, 165, 181, 198, and 198+

DIVISIONS 2: OPEN NATURAL RAW (14 and Up) Teen I    (14-15) Teen II (16-17) Teen III (18-19) High School    (JV/Varsity) Junior (20-23) Master I (40-49) Master II    (50-59) Master III (60-69) Master IV (70+)    Police/Fire/Military Special Olympian (14 and Up)    Disabled/Paralympic Athlete. Weight Classes (lbs) Male:114,    123, 132, 148, 165, 181, 198, 220, 242,    275 & SHW.    Female: 97, 105, 114, 123, 132, 148, 165, 181, 198, and    198+

BENCH ONLY RAW: OPEN RAW (21 and Up) Master I (40-    49) Master III (60-69) Master IV (70+) Weight Classes    (lbs) Male: 114, 123, 132, 148, 165, 181, 198, 220,  242,    275 & SHW. Female: 97, 105, 114, 123, 132, 148,    165, 181,    198, and 198+

BENCH ONLY NATURAL RAW:OPEN NATURAL RAW ((14    and Up)) Teen (14-19) High School (JV/Varsity) Junior    (20-23) Master I (40-49) Master II (50-59) Master III (60-   69) Master IV (70+) Disabled/Paralympic Athlete. Weight    Classes (lbs) Male: 114, 123, 132, 148, 165, 181, 198, 220,    242, 275 & SHW. Female: 97, 105, 114,    123, 132, 148,165,    181, 198, and 198+

   (Natural Raw will have random drug testing of 10% of the    total amount of Powerlifters in the Natural Raw Divisions)

   The event is going to be covered by FAME Fitness and    Lifestyles Magazine, Oxygen Magazine, Muscle Magazine,    Natural Muscle Magazine, Fitness and Physique Magazine, and    DXL Magazine.

   SPECIAL NOTICE: The entire event is being filmed for a    documentary. Great opportunity to maximize your exposure.

 http://www.americanchallengeusa.com/info.htm
 

[nasht5]

UPA "FULL METAL MAYHEM"

FULL POWER - PUSH/PULL - BENCH ONLY - DEADLIFT ONLY

OCTOBER 11TH 2008 in Greenville, SC

Info to be posted soon

START TRAINING

[burn2live]

WDFPF European Champs
 
Date : 21st-22nd June
 
Venue : Castleblayney, Co. Monaghan, Ireland

 
WDFPF World Single Lift Champs
 
Date : 10th-12th October
 
Venue : Antwerp, Belgium
 
 
 
WDFPF World Champs
 
Date : 28th-30th November
 
Venue : Evansville, Indianapolis, USA
 

I am going to the World Champs in Indianapolis in November. If any getbiggers will be near there or will be there it would be cool to meet you! 

[kellylynnfit]

I know a few competitors competing at the 2008 American Challenge USA in Orlando, FL at the Hilton Walt Disney August 29-31st.

Check out the site:
www.AmericanChallengeUSA .com

A documentary is being filmed as well.

[nasht5]

OCTOBER 11th in Greenville, South Carolina

UPA presents FULL METAL MAYHEM

the link below has ALL the information you need.


http://www.unitedpowerliftingassociation.com/files/10_11_08UPA_entry.pdf

[triceptor]

When Fantasy Strength Gains Meets Reality

Guest: Paul Becker

Mike Miller

Roseann Clemente

Frank Cable

EarthPulse Technologies issued PEMF units to athletes and is following their progress for one year. The current progress after 6 weeks of use is nothing short of amazing. Strength and stamina in all test subjects is up beyond their expectations. Initial interviews of a few participants with high profiles in their chosen sports discipline for the show and their unedited tapes are available for review by the listener as well. Excerpts are played during the show and discussed by Paul Becker.



Maximum Strength

Guest: Eric Cressey

Cressey's new book is explored.



$800 Home Gym Equipment Give-away

Guest: Jay Vollmer

Enter on the SHR home page for drawing.

Listen to this episode here - http://www.superhumanradio.com/core/shr_ar...htm#latest_show

Carl

[sexynicole]

www.ozarkclassic.com    the Strongman rules will be posted early next week  ,,, October 11th in Poplar Bluff, MO at Scooters 2....  Entry forms are on the site ,,, look for rules this week

[KentuckyMuscle]

Presents
2008 KentuckyMuscle
Strength & Fitness
Extravaganza

November 7 & 8 2008
Kentucky International Convention Center

NAS KentuckyMuscle Strongman Championship
(an Pro Qualifier)

The 2008 NAS KentuckyMuscle Championship will be held on Saturday, November 8, 2008 in Louisville, KY.  Please visit www.nastrongmaninc.com or  www.kentuckymuscle.com  for contest information. 



Keep watching for more updates...

This is event is apart of the KentuckyMuscle Strength and Fitness Extravaganza

If you have any questions, please feel free to email me at lbrentjones@kentuckyMuscle.com 

Sincerely,

Brent


Visit my page on myspace and add me as your friend!
http://www.myspace.com/kentuckyMuscle

Event Site:
www.KentuckyMuscle.com


Host Hotel:
The Galt House 
(502) 589-5200   
Group Name: KentuckyMuscle 
40 N 4th St
Louisville, Ky 40202

After Party:
Time 9:00pm to 4:00am
Date: Nov 8, 2008
Place: All 3 locations will be hosting our after contest party

[KentuckyMuscle]

Presents
2008 KentuckyMuscle
Strength & Fitness
Extravaganza

November 7 & 8 2008
Kentucky International Convention Center

NAS KentuckyMuscle Strongman Championship
(an Pro Qualifier)

The 2008 USPF KentuckyMuscle Push/Pull Championship will be held on Saturday, November 8, 2008 in Louisville, KY. 

Please visit www.kentuckymuscle.com or contact Matt McCase Contest Director at
 E-mail:mccase@yahoo.com   



Keep watching for more updates...

This is event is apart of the KentuckyMuscle Strength and Fitness Extravaganza

If you have any questions, please feel free to email me at lbrentjones@kentuckyMuscle.com 

Sincerely,

Brent


Visit my page on myspace and add me as your friend!
http://www.myspace.com/kentuckyMuscle

Event Site:
www.KentuckyMuscle.com


Host Hotel:
The Galt House 
(502) 589-5200   
Group Name: KentuckyMuscle 
40 N 4th St
Louisville, Ky 40202

After Party:
Time 9:00pm to 4:00am
Date: Nov 8, 2008
Place: All 3 locations will be hosting our after contest party

[Sean Katterle]

Thanks to MHP and to our other sponsors for making it possible to start up this next promotion. I'm looking forward to hopefully seeing you all at the Ronnie Coleman Classic Expo this April.

[NASAKYCHAIRMAN]

 
2008 NASA KENTUCKY REGIONAL Powerlifting, Bench Press, Push/Pull & Power Sports Championships
 
*the meet will take place in the Collins Hall East Grand ball room with a large stage for the competition*
 
Saturday October 18th, 2008
 
Location: Morehead Conference Center
http://www.moreheadcc.com/Services/

111 East First Street,Morehead, KY 40351
 
Days Inn Morehead 606-783-1484 – Ask for NASA & Conference Center discount when reserving rooms
 
Meet Directors: Greg & Susan Van Hoose, Route 1 Box 166, Ravenswood, WV 26164 (304) 273-3110 or e-mail greg@vhepower.com
 
KY Records Chairman: nasa4life@hotmail.com

Weigh-in Times: Early weigh-in 8:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. Friday (All lifters)
 
Regular weigh-in 8:00 A.M. to 9:00 A.M. Saturday (All lifters)
 
Rules Meeting/Equipment Check will be at 9:15 A.M.
 
Lifting will begin at 10:00 A.M.

TRAIN HARD
 
"BIG WILLIE" J.T. HALL
http://www.youtube.com/user/NASAKYCHAIRMAN

[NASAKYCHAIRMAN]

Entry Form:
http://www.nasa-sports.com/Entries/Entry%20unequipped%20nats.htm

Raw Unequipped Powerlifting, Raw Unequipped Bench, Power Sports© & Push Pull

"No Qualifying Required For This Drug Free & Tested Meet"

International Lifters Are Welcome

~ Special Awards* ~

Top 2 Men's Unequipped Powerlifters will receive NASA Jackets or a 5 Entry Gold Card *

  Top Unequipped BP'er will receive NASA Jacket or a 5 Entry Gold Card *

Top Power Sports© Lifter will receive NASA Jacket or a 5 Entry Gold Card *

* All Special Awards Pending Drug Testing Results And A Minimum Of 100 Total Entries in the Unequipped Nationals

If you would like to lift equipped this weekend please see the 31st Oklahoma Grand Equipped Entry Form. The Oklahoma Grand will be held in conjunction with the Unequipped Nationals this year.

Date: Saturday, October 18th, 2008

Location: Biltmore Hotel, 401 S. Meridian Ave., Oklahoma City, OK. 405-947-7681

Meet Director: Rich Peters, P.O. Box 735, Noble, OK.  405-527-8513  sqbpdl@aol.com
 
Official Weigh-In Times

Early Weigh-In: 8:00-9:00 pm, Friday Night (All Women and All Men)

Regular Weigh-In: 8:00-9:00 am, Saturday Morning (All Women and All Men)

Lifting will begin at 10:00 am

TRAIN HARD
 
"BIG WILLIE" J.T. HALL
http://www.youtube.com/user/NASAKYCHAIRMAN

[NASAKYCHAIRMAN]

2008 NASA 100% TESTED NATIONALS Powerlifting, Bench Press & Power Sports Championships

Entry form:
http://www.nasa-sports.com/Entries/Entry.100%25.Tested.Nats.htm 

Sunday November 9, 2008

OFFICIAL PRO QUALIFIER

Location: Ravenswood High School (New Gym),S. Ritchie Avenue, Ravenswood, WV.

Accomodations:  Holiday Inn Express – (304) 372-5000 $69.00 per night 1-4 people (Newly Remodeled, Pillow top Beds, Free Breakfast Bar)
                                                             

Meet Directors: Greg & Susan Van Hoose,  Route 1 Box 166, Ravenswood, WV  26164.                       (304) 273-2283 or e-mail greg@vhepower.com  Records Chairman:      Susan Van Hoose
Wegh-in Times:            Early weigh-in 6:00 P.M. to 7:30 P.M. Saturday (All lifters)

                                                Regular weigh-in 8:00 A.M. to 9:00 A.M. Sunday (All lifters)

                                                Rules Meeting/Equipment Check will be at 9:10 A.M.

Lifting will begin at 10:00 A.M.

State, American & World Records can be set at meet.

NASA homepage can be accessed at http://www.NASA-SPORTS.COM

NASA Regional website http://www.VHEPOWER.COM

Awards:            Awards will be in every weight class & division 1st.-5th.

Weight Classes:           114-123-132-148-165-181-198-220-242-275-308-SHW

                                    (Women’s Division includes 97 & 105)


TRAIN HARD
 
"BIG WILLIE" J.T. HALL
http://www.youtube.com/user/NASAKYCHAIRMAN

[NASAKYCHAIRMAN]

MEET INFO
http://www.nasa-sports.com/Pro%20Powerlifting/Pro%20Powerlifting.htm





TRAIN HARD

"BIG WILLIE" J.T. HALL
http://www.youtube.com/user/NASAKYCHAIRMAN

[NASAKYCHAIRMAN]

NASA MARCH 29, 2009 INVITATIONAL PRO POWERSPORTS INFO:
http://www.nasa-sports.com/Pro%20Power%20Sports/2009_nasa_pro_power_sports.htm


Sign Up Deadline: The 2009 Pro PS Sign Up DEADLINE for all lifters to register as a Pro Power Sports© Lifter will be  11-1-08.  Once the lifter has registered as a pro he will be required to attend a minimum of 2 separate NASA Events for competition in Power Sports© between his date of registration and the Pro Championships. Lifters may enter the Full Meet or Individual Events as their qualifiers. This is mandatory and no exceptions will be allowed under any circumstances. Please don't even ask. All Pro Competitors MUST notify the meet director at any meet he attends that he is a Pro Power Sports lifter and present himself for testing at these meets. The lifter may or may not be tested at the meet he attends. In the event that a lifter tests positive for anabolic steroids in any meet he shall forfeit his Pro status for life.

Pro Selection Committee: Rich Peters, Dan Black, Tad Peters, Greg Van Hoose, Job Hou-sey, JT Hall, John McKay and others will be selected. All Pro Applicants MUST be approved by the selection committee to be issued an invitation to lift in ANY NASA Pro Event.

Drug Testing: All lifters are subject to Urine Testing. All lifters that are tested will not receive their Awards until the results of testing are complete. Top Lifters in each division of the meet MAY be tested during the meet according to NASA Standards. All lifters are encouraged to visit NASA's Banned Substance page on our web site at www.nasa-sports.com   Any Pro lifter may be tested at any meet he attends. In the event that a lifter tests positive for anabolic steroids in any meet he shall forfeit his Pro status for life. The Winner of each Division and the Top 5 Lifters based on Total Coefficient will be tested at the 2009 meet.

Prize Money Payments: All Pro Power Sports© prize money will be held in an escrow account and all prize checks will be awarded immediately following the competition. All lifters that are tested at the event will receive their checks as soon as drug testing is complete, usually 1-2 weeks.  All prize Money is guaranteed by NASA.


TRAIN HARD

"BIG WILLIE" J.T. HALL
http://www.youtube.com/user/NASAKYCHAIRMAN

[Sean Katterle]

Ronnie Coleman Classic Expo, April 18th, 2009, Mesquite Convention Center (15 miles east of Dallas, Texas)
$10,000 in total cash prizes!
This event will be filmed and then aired online in streaming video at Bodybuilding.com (the free-to-view streaming video will be available starting a week after the live competition.)

Official Platform Equipment: Nebula Fitness Equipment ( http://www.nebula-fitness.com )

Hydraulic Heavy Duty Squat Rack that's both adjustable in height and in upright width (for close grip and wide grip squatters.)

Heavy Duty Benchpress with a walk through handoff platform, a bench pad with an anti-slip cover and with uprights that are very adjustable so to accomodate lifters of almost every height.

A spacious 12' x 12' Deadlift Platform with a solid rubber top that will stand up to heavy weights being dropped on it.

Official Platform Bars: Ivanko ( http://www.ivankobarbell.com ) OBX-20 IPF Approved Black Oxide Powerlifting Bar for the benchpress.

                                    Texas Squat Bar for the squats

                                    Texas Deadlift Bar for the deadlift

Official Platform Plates: Ivanko (http://www.ivankobarbell.com) OMC Cast Iron Machined Chrome Olympic Plates

Official Competitor Attire: House of Pain ( http://www.houseofpain3.com ) black sleeveless t-shirts, either Rehbahnd Basic Shorts (as used at MHP's Arnold Classic Pro Strongman) or old school coach's shorts and then old school below-the-knee lifting socks mfg. by either SkaterSocks.com or American Apparel. 

Official Platform Crew: Jim Voronin, Kenny Dinolfo, Rick McClung, Donna Lee Delleree, Charles Bean and Levi Van Dyke

Official Event Sponsors: MHP ( MaxPerformance.com), House of Pain IronWear ( HouseOfPain.com ), Nebula Fitness Equipment ( Nebula-Fitness.com ), Ivanko Barbell Company ( IvankoBarbell.com ), BOSS ( BossOnline.net ) and Metro Flex Gym Productions ( MetroFlexGym.com )

Official Media Sponsors: Jeff Everson's Planet Muscle Magazine ( PlanetMuscle.com ), Ironman Magazine ( IronmanMagazine.com ), Muscular Development Magazine ( MuscularDevelopment.com ) and Pose Down Magazine ( PoseDownMag.com )

Official Entry Deadline: March 1st, 2009 To get a lifter packet mailed out to you, please email SeanZilla@HardcorePowerlifting.com or leave a message on Hardcore Powerlifting's office voicemail 1( 503 )221-2238.

[11venthhour]

2009 USAPL Navy Open
 
February 21st 2009 - Hosted by Navy Powerlifting

United States Naval Academy  |  Annapolis Maryland  |  Halsey Field House  |  Use Gate #1

Meet Date is Saturday February 21, 2009

Meet Directors:
Garrett Jacks   
Cell: (361) 441-9560 
Email: m093192@usna.edu

Joshua Valiani   
Cell: (512) 750 2416 
Email: m106852@usna.edu



Divisions:
Full Powerlifting - Men’s & Women’s - Collegiate, Military, Open

Weight Classes
Women: 97, 105, 114, 123, 132,148,165, 181, 198, SHW
Men: 114, 123, 132, 148, 165, 181, 198, 220, 242, 275, SHW

Entry Fee: $40 per entry

Entry Due: February 7th 2009

Mail To:
Garrett Jacks
PO Box 12998
Annapolis, MD 21412
(include $40 entry fee and signed form)

Roster Limit: There is a 70 lifter limit for this meet.  This meet will also serve as the Army/Navy Meet.  After including all the Navy and Army lifters, there are an estimated 30 spots available for the Open.  Strictly first come first serve.  Please consider sending in your entry early.

Awards:   Awards will be given in all categories for the top three lifters. As well as this, we are going to have a best lifter award for both men and women. This will be determined by Wilks total.

Schedule for February 21st:
6:00am- 8:00am   Gear Check in
7:00am- 8:30am   Weigh ins begin
8:30am- 8:45am   Rules Briefing
9:00am-               Lifting starts

Divisions: Full Powerlifting - Open, Collegiate, and Military

Rules:
LIFTERS MUST WEAR A ONE-PIECE LIFTING SUIT DURING ALL LIFTS.   USAPL rules shall apply. Lifters must wear socks that cover the shins when deadlifting. Women must wear a shirt for all three lifts; men do not have to wear a shirt for the deadlift. Please take a few minutes to familiarize yourself with the performance of the lifts and expectation of the lifter by going to the USAPL website as listed here http://www.usapowerlifting.com/lifterscorner/Lifter_s_Handbook_Final.pdf

Information on Parking
For entry into Gate 1, walking or driving, everyone must have valid identification (driver's license).  Parking may be limited for Halsey Field House. It is advised that people prepare to park somewhere down the street from Gate 1 or in downtown Annapolis. There is no entry/guest fee into Halsey Field House.   Annapolis Parking Guide:  http://www.ci.annapolis.md.us/info.asp?page=8305   



 

[Sean Katterle]

01/09/09

Though we've received 33 requests by lifters for entry forms, we've only had the following # of people officially sign-up (in writing) to date:

175 Bench Division = No one has signed up yet ($1,000 cash for 1st place in this division.)

225 Bench Division = No one has signed up yet ($1,000 cash for 1st place in this division.)

275 Bench Division = 1 bencher has officially signed up so far ($1,000 cash for 1st place in this division.)

276+ Bench Division = 1 bencher has officially signed up so far ($1,000 cash for 1st place in this division.)

175 Powerlifting Division = 3 lifters have officially signed up so far ($1,000 cash for 1st place in this division.)

225 Powerlifting Division = 2 lifters have officially signed up so far ($1,000 cash for 1st place in this division.)

275 Powerlifting Division = 1 lifter has officially signed up so far ($1,000 cash for 1st place in this division.)

276+ Powerlifting Division = 1 lifter has officially signed up so far ($1,000 cash for 1st place in this division.)

Bonus Prize Money = $1,000 for the biggest overall bench of the show and $1,000 for the biggest overall total of the show.

This contest will be filmed and then broadcast at a later date via internet video (100% free-to-view online and worldwide.)

The contest sign-up deadline is just 50 days away ! March 1st, 2009 is the last day you can sign up (no exceptions please.)

If you need an entry form, please contact my office ASAP please:

Sean Katterle
Owner, Hardcore Powerlifting, LLC
HardcorePowerlifting.com
Seanzilla@HardcorePowerlifting.com
1.503.221.2238

Ronnie Coleman Classic Expo
April 18th, 2009
Mesquite Convention Center (14 miles east of Dallas, Texas)
www.MetroFlexGym.com

[NASAKYCHAIRMAN]

*Sponsored by Inzer Advance Designs  www.inzernet.com
*Inzer Gym bag, wrist wraps, knee wraps, t-shirts, sweats, hats,etc


2009 NASA UPPER MIDWEST Bench Press, Push/Pull & Power Sports Championships

Entry Form:
http://www.vhepower.com/ 

Saturday February 21, 2009

Location: The Place Off the Square
50 North Second Street,   Newark, OH  43055
Accommodations:   The Place Off the Square - $79.00 NASA Rate – 740-322-6455 http://www.longaberger.com/thePlaceDirections.aspx

Meet Directors:   Greg & Susan Van Hoose
         Route 1 Box 166
         Ravenswood, WV  26164
         (304) 273-3110 or e-mail greg@vhepower.com
Records Chairman:   Stephanie Gibson - fletch1600@aol.com
Wegh-in Times:   Early weigh-in 8:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. Friday (All lifters)
         Regular weigh-in 8:30 A.M. to 09:30 A.M. Saturday (All lifters)
         Rules Meeting/Equipment Check will be at 9:40 A.M.
Lifting will begin at 10:30 A.M.

[Sean Katterle]

Please log on to House of Pain's Weight Lifting BLOG for some important updates regarding MHP's Kings of the Bench III and Clash of the Titans II (Ronnie Coleman Classic Expo.)

http://www.houseofpain3.com/wlsnews/index.php

Topics Covered Are:

1) How many days left to sign up and how many days left until the actual powerlifting competition.

2) Bodybuilding.com filming and airing the contest video online.

3) Brand/type of bars, plates and equipment to be used at this event.

4) Official competition attire (which will be supplied to each competitor at no additional cost.)

5) Trophies and distribution of the $10,000 in cash prizes.

6) Photos of the required squat depth.

7) How to get a lifter packet mailed/re-mailed to your home or business.

How to get the competitor discount rate at the host hotel (which is adjacent to the expo hall.)

To view all of these updates please visit House of Pain's Weight Lifting BLOG at:

http://www.houseofpain3.com/wlsnews/index.php