2026 Powerlifting America King Prime Classic

Join us for the premier event of the winter! The 2026 King Prime Classic brings together the best lifting talent to battle it out on the platform. With three distinct sessions, guaranteed cash prizes, and official podium awards on the line, this is an event you do not want to miss.

⚠️ Important: This is a sanctioned event open exclusively to current Powerlifting America members. Rosters are strictly capped—secure your spot today!

Event Details

• Date: December 12, 2026

• Location: The Trenches Gym | Richmond, Virginia

• Entry Deadline: November 11, 2026, or whenever capacity is reached.

• Entry Status: Open (Spots are strictly limited)

• Sanction #: 2026-VA-02

Podiums & Awards Structure

We are proud to recognize outstanding performances on the platform with official event medals:

• Open Weight Classes: Official medals will be awarded to the Top 3 lifters in each open weight class.

• Age Group Awards: Medals will also be awarded for age group divisions. To ensure fair and competitive groupings based on final turnouts, the exact age group medal scoring and categories will be announced leading up to the event after the November 11th entry deadline has passed.

Session Schedule & Prize Breakdown

We are running three high-energy sessions throughout the day, each featuring unique prize opportunities. Due to strict venue capacities, athlete caps are firmly enforced.

Morning Session (AM)

• Roster Cap: Strictly limited to 30 athletes.

• Who it's for: General registration athletes (default placement upon registering).

• The Prize: A dedicated Novice Professional Cash Prize awarded to the Best Lifter of the morning session. (Exact cash amount to be announced at a later date).

• Novice Eligibility Rules: To qualify for this cash prize, athletes must meet the following criteria:

  • Must have less than 5 years of competitive experience.

  • Must never have competed at a Powerlifting America National Championship or any other federation's National Championship event.

Afternoon Session (PM)

• Roster Cap: Strictly limited to 30 athletes.

• Who it's for: High-level competition bridging the morning and the main event.

• Prizes: Additional sponsor-backed prize details for this session are currently being finalized!

Primetime Session (Evening)

• Roster Cap: Planned as an elite, smaller showcase. The final athlete count is to be determined.

• Who it's for: Exclusive Invitation-Only session featuring the top-ranked lifters pulled from the overall registration pool.

• The Prize: Minimum $1,000 cash prize for the overall Best Lifter of the King Prime Classic.

• Scoring Protocol: The grand prize winner will be determined strictly by GL Points. There will be no age coefficients applied—pure performance takes the crown.

We are actively collaborating with partners and sponsors to expand the total cash prize pool across all sessions. Stay tuned for further expansion announcements!

How Registration & Primetime Selection Works

To keep the competition fierce and organized, all athletes will follow a streamlined roster process:

1. Register Early: All interested lifters must register in advance using the link below before the November 11th deadline.

2. Default AM Placement: Upon initial registration, all athletes will automatically be assigned to the Morning (AM) Session until it caps out.

3. Primetime Selection: As registration fills, officials will review the athlete pool. The final roster for the elite, small-field Primetime Evening Session will be selected by invitation based on this registration data. If you are selected, you will be formally moved to the evening session.

2026 King Prime Classic Exclusive Competitor Shirt

Celebrate your place on the platform with the Official 2026 King Prime Classic Roster Shirt.

• Design: Featuring a custom event-themed back-print including the names of every registered lifter.

• How to Order: You must click "Add Item" during checkout to select your size and add the shirt to your registration. These are pre-order only to ensure every name on the roster is included.

Important Disclaimers

• Refund Policy: This is a firm entry for the Powerlifting America King Prime Classic on December 12, 2026. All registration fees are non-refundable. No refunds will be issued for withdrawals, "no-shows," or disqualifications for any reason.

• Compliance: By registering, you agree to adhere to all Powerlifting America technical rules, participation guidelines, and the official Code of Conduct.

• Platform Equipment Standard: All lifting will take place at The Trenches Gym on competition-grade racks with a 100% Kilogram plate setup.

• Media Release: By entering this event, you acknowledge and agree that your performance will be captured via a professional multi-camera livestream and may be used for promotional purposes by PurePowerlifting LLC.

Secure Your Spot on the Platform

With only 30 spots available in each primary lifting session, this meet will sell out before November 11th. Sign up today, lock in your platform space, and put your name in the running for the ultimate Primetime roster.

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More information regarding sponsor cash prize expansions and final flight schedules coming soon!

2026 Powerlifting America Halloween Havoc


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Presented by PurePowerlifting.com & PWRBLD Gym

Prepare for a premier lifting experience at the high-performance PWRBLD Gym in Warrington, PA. We are merging elite-level competition with a high-energy Halloween atmosphere. This inaugural event marks the beginning of an annual tradition hosted by PWRBLD in conjunction with PurePowerlifting, sanctioned under Powerlifting America.

Event Details
Date: October 24, 2026

Location: PWRBLD Gym | Warrington, Pennsylvania


Sanction: Powerlifting America (Sanction #2026-PA-05)

Capacity: 70 lifters

Registration Deadline: September 24, 2026, at Midnight (or when the 70-lifter cap is reached)
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The Main Event: $2,000 in Cash Prizes

We are bringing the heat to the platform with a major prize pool:

$1,000 Cash Prize for Best Overall Male

$1,000 Cash Prize for Best Overall Female

Winners determined via IPF Points.

Divisions:

Open Divisions: Medals awarded to the Top 3 in each weight class.

Age Divisions (Master, Teen, Junior): Awards may be formula-based (IPF GL) depending on the final turnout for each flight.

Elite Equipment & Media
We are committed to a platform environment that mirrors the warmup area for total consistency:

Platform: Eleiko Rack with 100% Kilogram plate setup.




Warmup Area: Identical setup to the platform (Eleiko Racks & KG plates).



Media: The entire event will be broadcast via a professional multi-camera livestream available on PurePowerlifting.com.

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2026 POWERLIFTING AMERICA HOLIDAY HAVOC

Presented by PurePowerlifting.com

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CLICK HERE TO REGISTER NOW ON LIFTINGCAST

Wrap up the year at our annual premier lifting experience, hosted at the ANZ Hotel in Scranton, PA. Following last year’s massive turnout of over 100 lifters, we are bringing back the high-energy, holiday-themed atmosphere you love, paired with elite-level competition. This highly anticipated event is fully sanctioned under Powerlifting America and stands as one of the Northeast's favorite annual traditions.

Event Details

- Date: December 5, 2026
- Location: ANZ Hotel | Scranton, Pennsylvania - Room Block Discount Link
- Sanction: Powerlifting America (2026-PA-03)
- Capacity: 70 lifters (Strict Cap)
- Registration Deadline: November 5, 2026, at Midnight (or when cap is reached)

CLICK HERE TO SECURE YOUR ROSTER SPOT

Divisions

- Open Divisions: Medals awarded to the Top 3 in each weight class.
- Age Divisions (Master, Teen, Junior): Awards may be formula-based (IPF GL) depending on the final turnout for each flight.

Elite Equipment & Media

- Platform & Warmup Area: Eleiko Rack, competition bar, and 100% Kilogram plate setup for total consistency.
- Media: The entire event will be broadcast via a professional multi-camera livestream available on PurePowerlifting.com.

Exclusive Event Merchandise

Every lifter has the opportunity to grab a Custom Holiday Havoc Event Shirt, featuring the full 2026 Roster printed on the back.

Secure Your Spot

Don't miss out on the biggest holiday event on the platform. Roster spots are strictly limited to 70 lifters and will fill up fast.

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Iron, Grit, and Community: Celebrating the 2026 Powerlifting America Summer Slam

On Saturday, August 29th, 2026, the energy inside the historic walls of Brown’s Gym in Clarks Summit, Pennsylvania, was electric. Hosting the 2026 Powerlifting America Summer Slam Championships, the venue delivered a premier, fast-paced platform experience that brought out the absolute best in lifters spanning Sub-Juniors to Masters 4. While the heavy squats, crisp bench presses, and grind-it-out deadlifts took center stage, the true heartbeat of the day belonged to the dedicated crew working tirelessly behind the scenes and the athletes who laid it all on the line.

Honoring Our Best Lifters

A massive congratulations goes out to the standout performers of the day, who took home the meet's highest individual honors:

• Leah Cruciani (Square 1 Fitness) – Best Female Lifter: Dominating the Masters 2 division in the 69 kg class, Leah put together an outstanding 9-for-9 day. She built an impressive 380 kg total with a 140 kg squat, a 75 kg bench press, and a massive 165 kg deadlift to claim the top female honor.

• Pasquale DeSavino (Square 1 Fitness) – Best Male Lifter: Bringing commanding execution to the Men's Open 83 kg class, Pasquale turned in a phenomenal 717.5 kg total. He anchored his performance with a smooth 255 kg squat, a 150 kg bench press, and an electric 312.5 kg pull on his final attempt to earn the meet's top male award.

Platform Highlights and Standout Showings

From seasoned veterans to rising youth talent, the platform saw relentless grit across every session:

• Masters Excellence: Kenneth Levine (Hammer Forged Strength, M4) showcased ageless strength in the 83 kg class, locking out a huge 135 kg bench press and a 467.5 kg total. G. Michael Shirey (Garage Ink, M3) hit a strong 532.5 kg total in the 105s, while Edward Goralewski (M3) posted a solid 372.5 kg total. Ryan Donnelly (Hammer Forged Strength, M-M1) put on a heavyweight clinic in the 120 kg class, pressing 255 kg on bench and finishing with a massive 790 kg total.

• The Next Generation: The Sub-Junior division was packed with deep talent. The Jim Thorpe Olympians brought a formidable team presence, highlighted by strong multi-attempt battles from Demetri Llewellyn (400 kg total), Donovan Llewellyn, Wyatt McAnulty, and Noah Orefice. Anthony Hu (Hammer Forged Strength) posted an impressive 485 kg total with a 235 kg pull at 66 kg, while Anthony Cotillo turned heads in the 74 kg class by squatting 202.5 kg and pulling 212.5 kg for a 542.5 kg total.

• Push-Pull and Single-Lift Fireworks: Mark Szot (Open 83 kg) battled through an intense deadlift clash, locking out a smooth 265 kg, while Dennis Hulslander (Garage Ink) captured the 120+ kg M2 push-pull crown with a 122.5 kg bench and 250 kg pull. Taylor Boyle (57 kg Open) turned in a clean 320 kg total, capped with a fast 142.5 kg final deadlift.

A Standing Ovation for the Platform Crew and Staff

A powerlifting meet is only as good as the team running it, and the staff at this year’s Summer Slam set the gold standard:

• The Spotters and Loaders: Often the unsung heroes of meet day, these individuals shouldered hundreds of heavy plate changes without missing a beat. Their vigilance kept lifters safe under maximal loads, and their relentless pace kept every flight moving seamlessly.

• The Referees and Technical Officials: Impartial, sharp-eyed, and professional, the officials maintained the strict standards of Powerlifting America while offering encouraging, clear direction from start to finish.

• The Table Crew and Meet Administration: From early morning equipment checks and weigh-ins to managing attempts on the board, running the stream, and scoring awards, the administration ran with surgical precision.

The Brown’s Gym Atmosphere

Known far and wide as a gym "where champions train," Brown’s Gym provided the ultimate battleground. The roar of the warm-up room, the clanking of calibrated plates, and the chalk-filled air fueled personal records and unforgettable battles across every flight.

To every competitor who stepped on the platform, every coach who handled attempts in the back, and every spectator who lost their voice cheering: thank you for making the 2026 Summer Slam an incredible success. The strength community is built on shared respect and mutual support, and this meet proved once again how powerful that bond truly is.

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