How many years did you contribute? 42 years in the sport and still going.

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Between what year and what year did you contribute? 1985 - Present

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How many meets have you contributed to? 150+

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Were you a judge? Yes

What level of judge and what Federation(s) did you judge? Initially a State Level judge for the USPF and later a National Level judge for the USAPL. 

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What are some of your powerlifting accomplishments?

• 2014 USA Powerlifting Georgia volunteer of the year.

• 2023 USA Powerlifting Referee of the year.

• Achieved the rank of USA Powerlifting International Referee.

• 2024 induction into the Alabama Powerlifting Hall of Fame.

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Who are some of the most memorable lifters/people for you in your career?

Johnny Graham, who I have known for 40+ years and I looked up to as a big brother and mentor.

Billy Keel, I met him at his competition, where I took my referee certification test to start back officiating powerlifting  meets, Billy also introduced me to Special Olympics Powerlifting.
He's a great friend and mentor.

Billy Jack Talton, I met him while stationed at Fort Polk, LA. ,he was the coach of the Louisiana Technical College powerlifting team. This man had a wealth of knowledge and shared it freely.

Josh Rohr, I met Josh when I came back into powerlifting. When working with Josh, he made you feel that you and your time was valued and appreciated. Josh also supported me when I hosted Military Nationals here in Georgia.

Sherman Ledford, another one that has a wealth of knowledge and experience in powerlifting and did not mind sharing is knowledge with you and expected nothing in return.

Each of the people I mentioned above, has been very instrumental in my powerlifting career and achievements.

 

With your name as part of the history of powerlifting in Alabama, what would you like to be most remembered for?

Someone that can be counted on to assist, if needed.
 

What words of wisdom would you like to pass down to future powerlifters?

Powerlifting is not an intimidating sport, as a beginner, I would hire a coach, trust him/her and learn the correct performance for each lift, read and know the rules, and not be concerned about putting up big numbers. Enter a local competition to feel out if this is something you really want to do.

 

What are some of your contributions to sport of powerlifting in Alabama?

State Chair, Meet Director and pertinent meets, Judge & level & Feds, ways you contributed to other meets (announcer, score table, spot/loader, expediter)

 

My contribution to the sport of powerlifting in Alabama, is officiating, platform manager and I have announced occasionally. I spent the majority of my time refereeing or spotting and loading.

 

How many years did you compete? 6

 

Between what year and what year did you compete? 1985 – 1991

 

What is the approximate total number of meets you competed in? 7

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List your favorite meets you competed in.

• Intramural Powerlifting Competition at Fort Knox

• NASA Competition in Alexandria, La.

 

What’s the highest classification you achieved? Class 1

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What weight class(es) did you compete in? 198

 

What are your best lifts in each category in each weight class?