ATHLETE EMAIL #8

Registration Process

There will be TWO registration booths where you will get your athlete badges. The closest to the lobby doors is for Session 1 Athletes . The one closest to the spectator entrance (down the same hall) is for Session 2, Primetime & Coaches . When you arrive, have available and ready to show when you get to the front of the line: Photo ID Your USA Powerlifting Membership Card (please download a new one, they now contain a barcode to scan). You can either print the card or display it on your phone. You will receive your Athlete (or Coaches) badges, your Athlete goodie bags, your free meet tshirt and any additional meet tshirts or jackets you purchased. DO NOT lose your badges, they will be required to enter the venue and warm-up area. Registration will only be open the following times: Registration Hours. If you arrive outside the posted times, you will not be able to access the venue as a spectator. Please plan accordingly if you want to spectate.

Equipment Check

There will be 5 stations for Equipment Check. You will want to proceed to the station for the platform you are assigned to. Not sure which platform? Please check the Roster , the first number on Column B represents your platform. Bring all items you plan to wear on the platform to equipment check. As a reminder, it must be washed and in good repair (no holes or tears) and must comply with the IPF Approved Equipment Manufactures and apparel with the USA Powerlifting's Apparel Policy . Only one [1] person may accompany you through equipment check due to space limitations in the room.

Rack Heights

Rack Heights can be obtained in the Equipment Check Room. Please plan to get your rack heights as soon as able to check that off the list. The room with the racks will be open all day for your convenience. There will be a tablet for you to enter your rack heights electronically.

Weigh-Ins

Weigh-ins will be done by: The platform you are scheduled to compete on; Lot # Lot# are posted on the Roster . Please pay attention to where your lot number is in relation to your flight. If you are not present when your lot# (name) is called, the rules state you go to the end of the line and will wait until the other lifters have an opportunity to weigh-in. Please review pages 33 & 34 of the rulebook for more information on the weigh-in process at National meets. You will need to have: Photo ID (If your athlete badge has a head shot photo, this will suffice for photo ID at weigh-ins) Opening attempts in kilos. If you are used to using pounds, you must round your attempt to the nearest 2.5kgs. For example, if you want a 130lb bench, you must select the closest kilo which will be either 57.5kg or 60kg. Rack Heights and equipment check must be completed prior to weighing in. Only one [1] person may accompany you through equipment check due to space limitations in the room.

Withdrawals

Athlete Withdrawal : Up to meet start date. Please fill out the form or email the National Office as soon as possible to allow us to plan the best event for your fellow competitors.

More Information

Please visit the website and review the Event Information and FAQs before contacting the National Office. We will try to make sure the common questions are answered there. Each athlete email sent will be also included on the Event Update tab on the event website.

It takes an army to make an event this big run! If you, or your family/friends coming have a session or two you can volunteer to help, we have some openings. Drug Testing Chaperone - Must be 18+ y/o and willing to accompany the athlete from time of notification for drug testing until they give sample. Great time to chat with some of the best athletes! Merchandise Booth Lifter/Coach Registration booth Live broadcast commentator during the sessions. Check out the volunteer opportunities >> HERE <<

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