Powerlifting
Coaches
Head Coach: Cecil Thomas
Asst. Coaches: Alyssa Fontenot and Jessica Ivy
Mission Statement
Our mission is to build strength, discipline, and character through the sport of powerlifting, empowering student-athletes to reach their full potential both on and off the platform.
Goals
Increase each athlete’s total (squat, bench, deadlift) throughout the season.
Improve technique and consistency in all three lifts.
Qualify lifters for regional and state competitions.
Milestones/Accomplishments
2025: 10 regionals qualifiers (Regional Champion: Sydney Cooper) and 6 state meet qualifiers (Sydney Cooper: 3rd in the state)
2026: 9 regionals qualifiers
2026: 5 state meet qualifiers (State Meet: March 27-28, 2026)
College Scholarships
Sydney Cooper, Mississippi State (2025)
Chris Turner, University of Louisiana Lafayette (2025)