Contest Review:
2009 Q-WEST Powerlifting Quest 1000
Qaayarah Airfield, Iraq
Glory to God!
Hosted by United States Army Sergeant Shawn Casey at Iraq’s Qaayarah Airfield, the Q-West Powerlifting Quest 1000 was the second meet sponsored by R.A.W. United for our soldiers serving in the Global War on Terrorism.
Despite losing over half the roster to a mission (and we are thankful to report that all the warriors returned back to their base safely), Shawn brought several quality lifters to the platform. Army Specialist Benjamin Rodriquez captured Best Lifter honors in the lightweights, going 420, 260, 455 at a bodyweight of 146 pounds. Benjamin’s 1115 total was an awesome 7.63 times his bodyweight! In the heavyweights, Private First Class Joseph Zimmerman edged out JP Jenkins (a civilian contractor supporting our troops) for Best Lifter honors. Although JP out totaled Joseph in the 242s by 25 pounds, Joseph lifted 6.22 times his bodyweight to JP’s 6.19; both Joseph and JP lifted extremely well, and congratulations are due to both!
Special thanks to Sir Charles Venturella for the 12” x 16” plaques; to Brigid and the folks at Sandpiper Sportswear for the R.A.W. United Valiant Warrior contest shirts; and to our members for their generous financial support of the Q-West Powerlifting Quest 1000. More importantly, thanks to the competitors and those that supported Shawn at the meet. Our nation can never repay you for the selfless sacrifice that you and your families are making – thank you! And most importantly, thanks to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ for making this all happen!
148 Benjamin Rodriquez (BL, 114-198) 420 260 455 1135
Eric Garcia 220 180 320 720
165 Jesse Jaragin 220 210 415 845
Prabin Amatya 315 225 225 765
198 Justin Cain 315 270 440 1025
Michael Steinke 320 270 410 1000
Lucas Main 305 270 390 965
220 Vince Castillo 325 260 415 1000
Shawn Casey 320 220 400 940
Joseph Zimmerman (BL, 220-SHW) 505 375 530 1410
JP Jenkins 550 375 510 1435
Contest Review:
2009 Mid-Atlantic Open
The Sports Inn * Greencastle, PA
Who do you lift for?
The second annual Mid-Atlantic Open brought many new lifters to the federation, and set the foundation for bigger meets in the state. R.A.W. United Chaplain Paul Simmons led those in attendance in prayer, reminding us all that our strength is given to us from above.
“Beautiful Girl” Angie Davis led the women’s charge, posting record lifts and capturing Best Lifters honors. Angie was joined on the platform by newcomers Michelle Johnston, Paula Hopkins, and Kim Hopkins. At 76 years young, “Dr. Pat” Patalinghug inspired the crowd and set the tone for armed forces veteran and master lifter Rich Murray of Mercersburg, Pennsylvania. Competing in the 40-44, 148s, Rich posted record lifts 365, 315, and 435 to take first place and Best Lifter honors. Sports Gym legends Jerry Osborne (65-69, 165s), Ed Lough (55-59, 181s), and Doc Junkins (65-69, 198s) set the tone in the middleweights. All three master lifters set records, and geared up first-time lifter Nick Montgomery of Franklinville, New Jersey (50-54, 198s) to pull a personal best 390 deadlift. Home Team Fitness team leader Chad Smith of Hagerstown, Maryland nailed record lifts in the 181s without a belt, and Jonathan Simmons, a Special Olympian from Farmville, Virginia, was nearly flawless on the platform with successful fourth attempts in the squat (300) and deadlift (405) that brought the crowd to its feet! Veteran lifter Dave Lhota pulled double-duty as head judge and competitor, nailing a 425 squat and 340 bench before his shoulder gave out on his 365-pound deadlift opener (Larry Bucchioni is sending Dave a tube of Ben Gay to celebrate his ascension into the 55-59 year old age group!). Finally, junior sensation Zack Spidel buried a 650-pound squat, nailed a 565-pound bench, and pulled a 700-pound deadlift to post the largest total to date in the 308-pound class at 1915 pounds!
Many thanks to Frank Thomas and the staff at the Sports Inn in Greencastle, Pennsylvania for hosting the meet; Doc Junkins and Zack Spidel for helping organize the contest; Dave Lhota, John Polak, Paul Simmons, and Doc Junkins for officiating; Kevin Prosser, Jerry Osborne, Jr., Shane XXX, and Joe Montgomery for spotting and loading; John Polak of PolakMade Hardcore Gym Equipment for the platform equipment; Rich Murphy for the PA system; Lori Michaels for scoring; Charles Venturella for the awesome “United We Stand” plaques; Brigid and the folks at Sandpiper Sportswear for the “God Bless America” shirts in “Steeler Black and Gold”; to the Barry Shatzer Fan Club for cheering Barry and all the lifters on; and to all of our lifters for supporting the mission of R.A.W. United!
More thanks to America’s finest – the brave men and women of the United States Armed Forces! Thanks to each of you we can pray, fellowship, compete, and break bread in the greatest country on earth! And, most importantly, thanks to our King and Creator Jesus Christ whose example teaches us that TRUE STRENGTH is truly found in selfless service and sacrifice.
Women:
123 30-34 Angie Davis (IBL) 155 95 255 505
4th 265
132 20-24 Michelle Johnson - 90 - -
148 25-29 Paula Hopkins 175 125 245 545
4th 250
35-39 Kim Hopkins 170 105 210 485
Men:
132 75-79 Pascual Patalinghug 115 100 170 385
148 40-44 Rich Murphy (IBL) 365 315 435 1115
18-19 Zach Whitmer 255 190 - -
165 20-24 Joshua Statler 315 260 450 1025
25-29 Wesley Keener 275 280 380 935
20-24 James Keene 225 205 375 805
65-69 Jerry Osborne 275 155 360 790
50-54 Terry Funk - 195 - -
181 55-59 Ed Lough 300 210 375 885
4th 215
198 45-49 Spero Tshontikidis 415 260 505 1180
30-34 Chad Smith 400 245 410 1055
65-69 Doc Junkins 315 215 425 955
20-24 Jonathan Simmons 280 155 345 780
4th 300 4th 405
50-54 Nick Montgomery - 210 390 600
220 55-59 Dave Lhota 425 340 365 1130
35-39 Chris Brown 365 340 405 1110
30-34 Steve Mowen 340 250 520 1110
4th 380
45-49 Paul Simmons 375 240 465 1080
35-39 Paul Rager 335 300 385 1020
25-29 Tony Moninger 260 225 460 945
242 50-54 Dave Reeder - 390 - -
45-49 Barry Shatzer - 325 - -
18-19 Noon Jordan - - - -
308 20-24 Zack Spidel (RBL) 650 565 700 1915
IBL IRONMAN Best Lifter
RBL RAW Best Lifter
Contest Review:
2009 South Florida Open
Tropical Fitness Gym * Deerfield Beach, FL
Praise God!
Outstanding lifting was demonstrated by Masters Champions Bob Gaynor and Greg Wright, as well as Teenage Champion Amanda Graham at the 2009 South Florida Open. Bob captured Best Lifter honors in the newly established RAW division with lifts of 500, 360, and 630 in the 60-64, 198s. Greg’s 1335 total in the 45-49, 181s set a new standard in the class, and won him first place. RAW Unity competitor Amanda Graham fought off the flu to post lifts of 177, 90, and 225 in the 105s to take Best Lifter honors for the women. Jorge Bianchi, lifting in his first meet, took both the IRONMAN Best Lifter award and first place in the 181s with his 957 total. In addition, John Ianno nailed lifts of 330, 265, and 460 to win the RAW division in the 165s. John was joined in the 165s by Say Tan, a citizen of Singapore and member of his country’s Navy; Say posted an impressive 1015 total in his R.A.W. United debut. Craig Butler, representing World’s Gym in Fort Lauderdale, posted lifts of 440, 245, and 475 to win the RAW, 30-34,181s, and submaster Seth Fromberg joined Bob in keeping the crowd energized with his 635 pound deadlift.
Many thanks to Kent Lafleur and the staff at Tropical Fitness for hosting the meet; Ross Semplice and Dan Matthews for helping organize the contest; JD Gaynor, Ross Semplice, George Poole, Bob Benedix, and Bob Gaynor for officiating; Danny Aguirre and Al Basutto for spotting and loading; Denise Graham and Sam Gough for announcing and scoring; Charles Venturella for the awesome “United We Stand” plaques; and to all of our lifters for supporting the mission of R.A.W. United!
More thanks to America’s finest – the brave men and women of the United States Armed Forces! As a result of your courage and sacrifice, we are able to compete on a raw platform in the world’s greatest country! And, most importantly, thanks to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ for making this all possible!
Women:
105 14-15 Amanda Graham (IBL) 177 90 225 492
123 40-44 Denise Graham 140 80 205 425
35-39 Terra Hudnall 75 55 115 265
4th 135
30-34 Cathy Cox - 105 240 345
Men:
114 14-15 Jake Benedix 165 135 225 525
123 12-13 Brett Benedix - 115 245 380
4th 265
132 12-13 Patrick Moran 145 65 155 365
148 18-19 Anthony Miller 272 180 300 752
35-39 Joe Thorne 235 175 335 745
IRONMAN
18-19 Roberto Victoria 385 205 400 990
14-15 Robert Dushane 240 180 335 755
12-13 Evan Hudnall 130 75 155 360
RAW
20-24 John Ianno 330 265 460 1055
25-29 Say Tan 385 225 405 1015
IRONMAN
Jorge Bianchi (IBL) 250 300 407 957
25-29 Abel Mauricio 265 175 300 740
10-11 Timmy Laskovich 120 70 165 355
35-39 George Poole - 250 405 655
RAW
45-49 Greg Wright 420 340 575 1335
30-34 Craig Butler 440 245 475 1160
40-44 Tim O’Brien 410 285 450 1145
IRONMAN
45-49 Michael Brown 260 250 460 970
25-29 Myles Kantor 280 210 405 895
14-15 Lance Melanson 140 75 160 375
RAW
60-64 Bob Gaynor (RBL) 500 360 630 1490
IRONMAN
30-34 John Richardson 405 275 475 1155
35-39 Tom Hand 335 235 425 995
50-54 Lynn Stedham - 315 450 765
RAW
50-54 Keith Tillman 455 280 475 1210
275 35-39 Seth Fromberg - - 635 -
IBL IRONMAN Best Lifter
RBL RAW Best Lifter
Contest Review:
2009 Beau Moore Classic
Jackson Springs Recreation Center Tampa, FL
Bill Beekley will e-mail the contest write-up shortly!
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Women’s Division:
66 12-13 Abigail Pimentel 55 35 85 175
77 10-11 Jessica Lynch 45 40 135 220
88 12-13 Colleen Kermer 95 60 130 285
4th 137
105 8-9 Kiki Robinson 90 65 140 295
114 16-17 Kathleen Audet 130 75 175 380
4th 185
10-11 Geinna Fuller 45 60 130 235
10-11 Mariah Cruz 50 60 80 190
132 50-54 Terry Bishoff 195 100 230 525
12-13 Samantha Shores 177 87 245 509
181 20-24 Taylar Stallings (R) 400 260 500 1160
Men’s Division:
66 10-11 Justin Trunzo 55 35 100 190
77 12-13 Jonathan Cassario 90 60 135 285
10-11 Joshy Pimentel 60 45 120 225 (70.0 lbs.)
10-11 Kevin Nunez 55 60 110 225 (75.0 lbs.)
88 10-11 Alex Gari 65 60 140 265
10-11 Emmanuel Fuller 60 50 135 245
10-11 Jordan Baker 55 50 85 190
105 12-13 Seth Cruz 55 60 140 255
10-11 Jack Farrington 60 60 80 200
123 10-11 Joey Bodrie 70 75 150 295
RAW
16-17 Kevin Serrano 290 230 440 960
4th 450
IRONMAN
14-15 Riley Audet 160 100 200 460
RAW
60-64 Al Annunziato 275 230 435 940
RAW
20-24 Doug Phan 320 230 530 1080
45-49 Rich Cowser 350 325 400 1075
40-44 Wolfgang Kermer 335 230 442 1007
198 IRONMAN
35-39 Danilo Najera 435 345 550 1330
4th 565
25-29 Jason Lopez 370 230 510 1110
IRONMAN
30-34 Zied Hichri 540 385 685 1610
4th 700
60-64 Larry Bucchioni 360 225 520 1105
4th 380
RAW
35-39 Gregory Prince 515 345 550 1410
18-19 Jorge Suarez 360 245 457 1062
IRONMAN
50-54 George Morning 455 330 475 1260
50-54 Ed Hencinski 275 185 355 815
RAW
40-44 James Jacobs 600 430 650 1680
45-49 Rick Hoover 475 295 505 1275
45-49 Steve Ferris 335 335 420 1090
IRONMAN
45-49 Mike Francis 705 420 760 1885
35-39 Tim Burns 505 355 520 1380
20-24 Jordan Anastassieu 420 380 500 1300
IRONMAN
40-44 John O’Shea 400 365 345 1110
RAW
40-44 Everton Francis 470 300 550 1320
Push/Pull:
97 12-13 Daniel Rosario 55 140 195
148 35-39 Shawn O’Grady 300 425 725
165 45-49 Steve Shores 175 260 435
181 35-39 Jeb Brydon 325 365 690
Bench Only:
181 25-29 Randy Kosier 245
242 35-39 Scott Eastburn 375
40-44 David Cox 365
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