Collegiate Nationals

April 15-18, 2027

Richmond, Virginia

Classic and Equipped

Collegiate

Watch Live

Dates

Apr 15 - 18

Venue

Greater Richmond Convention Center

Division

Collegiate

Stream

Free on YouTube

How to Enter

Eligibility

Students currently registered and working toward a degree or diploma at an accredited institution.

Age 17 to 25 on December 31 of the event year.

No qualifying total is required.

Current Powerlifting America membership at registration and through competition. A renewal runs one year from your current expiration date.

An approved profile photo is required to complete your Sport80 entry.

All gear must be on the IPF Approved List. Competition runs under the IPF Technical Rules.

Approved List →

Technical Rules →

All registered lifters are subject to USADA testing before or after competition.

Anti-Doping →

Coaches must be current Powerlifting America members to pick up a coach pass.

For national team selection, upload an IPF consent form, an ADEL anti-doping certificate (2021 or later) and a passport-style photo to Sport80.

Entry Deadlines

Early rate ends

Dec 18

Regular rate ends

Feb 19

Registration closes

Mar 19

Weight class changes close with registration on Mar 19. Final flights post March 26. All deadlines are 11:59 PM Eastern.

Coach Entry Officials Volunteer & Staff

Divisions

Held alongside High School Nationals at the same event, with team scoring by school.

High School Nationals →

Team Scoring →

Classic & Equipped