
80 Powerlifters, 84 Medal Events at the Special Olympics USA Games
Athletes from across the country contested 22 divisions over four days in Minneapolis, in a sport that has more than doubled within Special Olympics since 2005.
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Athletes from across the country contested 22 divisions over four days in Minneapolis, in a sport that has more than doubled within Special Olympics since 2005.

Powerlifting America has set the dates and host cities for the 2027 nationals season: four championship events, opening in January and running through the spring. Three hosts are confirmed today. The host city for Classic Open Nationals will be announced separately. Bench Press Nationals January 22–24, 2027 · Corpus Christi,

144 American lifters across classic, equipped, Special Olympians, and University Cup competition head to St. John’s, Newfoundland, August 2 to 8.
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