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Meet Katherine Berger, Co-Chair for New Hampshire💪 Meet Katherine Berger, Co-Chair for New Hampshire💪

Katherine discovered powerlifting in her early 40s. After a lifetime of lifting, often as the only girl in her high school weight room, she tried a USAPL meet in Rhode Island and was hooked! Since then, she has competed locally, regionally, and nationally, and now serves as a National Referee.

As State Chair, Katherine enjoys mentoring new referees and collaborating with neighboring New England states to grow the powerlifting community. Her goals include expanding meets to northern NH, growing the referee pool, and providing a welcoming environment for all lifters.

She is passionate about the numerous physical and mental health benefits of powerlifting. It is a sport that supports lifters across the lifespan and provides community. As someone who works in the mental health field, she has encouraged many individuals to give it a try. Katherine hopes to see more youth get involved in powerlifting in NH, where, like many other states, too many are struggling with self-harm and suicide. 🏋️‍♀️

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Meet weekend energy hits different ⚡️ Spectating. Meet weekend energy hits different ⚡️

Spectating. Coaching. Lifting.

However you show up, this is your moment.

Comment where we can find you this weekend and tag someone who’s competing⬇️🔥

Let’s flood the feed with meet-day hype.

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Youth Nationals! #powerlifting #usapl Youth Nationals! 

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Meet Eric LaPointe, Co-Chair for New Hampshire💪 E Meet Eric LaPointe, Co-Chair for New Hampshire💪

Eric has been crushing it in the powerlifting world since 2015. Not just competing at a high level, but directing over 20 USAPL meets along the way! As State Chair, he’s all about giving lifters a top-notch platform to compete on and making every meet a memorable experience.

His mission? Grow the community by adding more referees, lifters, and high-quality meets while enhancing every athlete’s experience. Whether directing meets, fostering a supportive environment at Odyssey Barbell Club, or helping athletes reach their full potential, Eric’s dedication to the sport is unmatched.

Powerlifting isn’t just a sport for him ➡ it’s a passion, and he’s here to share that energy with the entire NH lifting community! 🏋️‍♂️

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Masters Nationals ✅ Qualified ✅ Registered ✅ Rea Masters Nationals 

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✅ Ready to PR

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The wait is over! #usapl #powerlifting #rawnats2 The wait is over! 

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High School Nationals 📚 #powerlifting #usapl #usa High School Nationals 📚

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Today we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin L Today we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. a leader who stood for equality, justice, and unity. 🇺🇸
See you at The Arnold 💪 #powerlifting #asf #arnol See you at The Arnold 💪

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Mid-January and the platform is calling 😤🔥 Don’t Mid-January and the platform is calling 😤🔥

Don’t forget ➡️ our January giveaway closes this weekend 👀
Get those entries in for our @hansupower collab giveaway before it’s gone 💪

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Military, Police and Firefighters Nationals regist Military, Police and Firefighters Nationals registration is open! 🇺🇸

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Winner: @the_cosplay_body JANUARY GIVEAWAY 🚨 ON Winner: @the_cosplay_body 

JANUARY GIVEAWAY 🚨

ONE winner will take home the Hansu Power Combo Rack🔥

Precision-crafted for elite-level powerlifting, this USAPL-approved combo rack is built with 8-gauge steel and engineered for the heaviest squats and benches—competition ready in every way.

🏆 Why the Ultimate Grey Edition hits different:
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Second weekend of the new year and we’re already g Second weekend of the new year and we’re already going strong 💪 USAPL meets are popping off around the nation. Athletes showing up, setting PRs, and bringing the heat on the platform.

Where are you competing or spectating this weekend? Drop your meet below and tag a friend who’s lifting. 

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Meet your USAPL Part 2 State Chair: Connor Cocklin Meet your USAPL Part 2 State Chair: Connor Cocklin 💪

Connor’s USAPL journey started in 2019 when he opened Brewhouse Barbell in OKC. What began as hosting a few local competitions quickly turned into a deep involvement with USAPL after connecting with Wes Zunker—leading Connor to wear every hat in meet directing and continually raising the bar for lifter experience.

As State Chair, Connor finds the most fulfillment in collaborating with the powerlifting community, taking lessons from every event, and turning them into ideas that make the next meet even better.

Goals for his tenure: Growth, growth, growth -- because lifters are the lifeblood of the sport. Alongside that, Connor is passionate about elevating the lifter experience, ensuring athletes feel the payoff of all their hard work when they step on the platform.

What he loves most about powerlifting: (Despite what he says… it’s not just bench press ) It’s the camaraderie. The friendships, the community, and the support system that keeps lifters coming back and allows local gyms to thrive. Many start powerlifting for themselves, but stay for the people.

We’re excited to have Connor helping lead the way for USAPL in Oklahoma 👏

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Celebrating 2025 and looking forward to celebratin Celebrating 2025 and looking forward to celebrating you on and off the platform in 2026! Cheers 🎉
Happy New Year from USA Powerlifting 💪🎉 Here’s to Happy New Year from USA Powerlifting 💪🎉
Here’s to another year of strength, integrity, and being True to the Mission. Let’s lift higher in 2026.

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Meet Oklahoma Co-State Chair, Caleb Pritchett — a Meet Oklahoma Co-State Chair, Caleb Pritchett — a lifter, leader, and community-builder dedicated to elevating the strength scene across the Sooner State.💪

Caleb’s USAPL journey began in November 2020 at the University of Oklahoma, where he helped grow the OU Powerlifting Club, became a referee in 2021, and officiated meets while competing at four National Collegiate Championships. His years with the club sparked a passion not just for lifting, but for shaping the future of the sport.

After graduating, Caleb became part-owner of Brewhouse Barbell in Oklahoma City — a move that deepened his commitment to supporting lifters statewide. With the State Chair position open, and encouraged by friend and fellow Chair Connor Cocklin, Caleb stepped up to help lead Oklahoma forward.

As Co-State Chair, Caleb has loved bringing more meets to OK and giving back to the sport that's given him so much. His goals remain simple and strong:

📈 Grow the powerlifting community across Oklahoma
🏆 Host more meets — and continually raise the bar for quality
💥 Create an atmosphere where every lifter feels supported, excited, and ready to perform

Caleb is passionate about competing, building friendships through the sport, and creating unforgettable meet experiences for all. Together with Connor, he’s pushing Oklahoma powerlifting to new heights.

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From local meets to the national platform, Merry C From local meets to the national platform, Merry Christmas from USA Powerlifting! 🎄

We’re grateful for every athlete, coach, meet director, volunteer, and fan who makes this community special. Enjoy the holidays with those who matter most.

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