News Letter 4/16/07
After a two week break, the Maryland Powerlifting News Letter returns today. As some know, my family went to Mexico last weekend. The wedding for our daughter went well and I survived the flight down and back. And most important, I didn't cause any international incidents or unrest amongst the citizens of Juarez.
There was a lot going on in the powerlifting community while I was away. The WPO is out and the USAPL is now in as the powerlifting partner at the Arnold Sports Festival. It is hoped that the USAPL will be successful as it now contemplates its role and how to proceed in planning for this major event. It is hoped that a lot of thought is given by planners and that mistakes of the past are considered when planning for this event.
And leading up to this change at the Arnold, Louie Simmons of West Side Barbell announced that his lifters would no longer compete in WPO/WPC sanctioned meets. And after some speculation that he would support the IPA, decided to establish a new pro powerlifting federation. While the change that was made at the Arnold probably had no bearing on Mr. Simmon's decision, there has been much discussion concerning the manner in which Kieran Kidder has managed the APF/WPO/WPC and the growing discontent amongst the membership.
The USPF has been accepted as the U.S. affiliate for the World Powerlifting Federation (WPF). However, there are differences in both rules and amongst long time USPF members in how to proceed. At this time, there seems to be little resistance amongst the EC to changing the rules, except in cases where the mono lift or grooved briefs may be allowed and the upcoming Nationals that are to be held in Los Vegas this summer will be competed according to WPF rules.
APA News:
The APA has revised its schedule of meets to inlcude those scheduled through November 10.
A note from the APA President, Scott Taylor:
With so many recent changes and improvements and advancements to the various materials used in gear and the urging of many of our members, the APA will now allow the use of canvas gear in the form of an unlimited gear division. In addition we offer RAW divisions to those who wish to compete without the use of gear. Standard divisions will remain the same. For more information feel free to contact me at my email address as I do not often go on the forums. My email address is Scott Taylor
In addition to the above announcement, Scott Taylor confirmed that briefs with legs will be allowed and that a revised rule book will be available soon.
IPF News:
John Stephenson-Chairman IPF Technical Committee, released Technical News Bulletin No 3 2007 on April 6.
The following is discussed:
1) Attempts top clarify why the section titled "World Records" was reworded.
2) Explains what is intended with the ruling that records can be set by .5 kg.
3) Discusses uneven extension during the performance of the bench press.
4) Discusses problems with finding enough referees for world events other than the combined Men's and Women's Championships.
5) Metal Gym has been announced as a new sponsor of the IPF and racks sold through Metal have now been added to the Approved List and may now be used at international contests.
6) New catagory 1 and 2 referess announced.
7) Safety stands are now required for use during the bench press. Photos of the rack which is recomended for use and the rack which is not are inlcuded.
National doping reports for 2006 2006 has been released. IPF-Anti-Doping rules 14.2 "All nations must report annual national doping results to the IPF General Secretary not later than 31 March the following year". Only analyses can be considered, which were done in WADA accredited laboratory.
The first list of IPF tested lifters for 2007 has b een released.
Reminder:
1) Referee registration for 2008-2011 is due by January 1, 2008
USAPL News:
Brad Madvig has launched a new USAPL forum. In a recent announcement at the "Original USAPL" forum, he gives guidelines for the use of the new forum which includes the requirement that users register with their full names. The "Original USAPL" forum has experienced a rash of spam attacks in which advertisers promote various supplements and drugs.
From James Hart:
As the 2007 North American Powerlifting Federation Regional Powerlifting Championships gets closer we are trying to finalize the US Teams. At the present time the US Women's Master Team has a number of open slots. If there are any Master Women that are interested please email me and let me know. My email address is James Hart . The Women's Open Team is filled and the Women's Junior Team will be finalized this weekend.
I also know that the Men's Junior Team has a couple of open slots. If you are interested, email James Townsend -Men's Team Coach and let him know.
Also regarding the Junior and 60+ NAC Team:
We have 6 spots available on the junior team and I also have several spots available on on the 60+ master team. I would like to fill these spots in the next the week or 2.
James Townsend -North American USAPL Men's Team Coach (318-245-1802)
Top 25 lifters in USAPL history to be honored at the upcoming 2007 Men's Nationals in St. Louis. The following list was announced by Harold Gaines and will receive plaques.
The team, listed in the order of the weight class they first appeared in are:
Ervin Gainer, Doan Nguyen, Dave Weiss, Doc Holloway, Tim Taylor, Ray Benemerito, Wade Hooper, Dan Austin, Tony Conyers, Martin Beavers, Dave Ricks, Greg Jones, Rob Wagner, Shawn Cain, Tony Harris, Bull Stewart, John Kuc, Tony Cardella, Bob Dempsey, Tony Leiato, Beau Moore, Brian Siders, Brad Gillingham, Mike Hall, Mark Henry
The panelists who helped in making the above selections were: Al Siegel, Dennis Brady, Larry Maile, Mike Lambert, Rob Keller, Pat Anderson, Shawn Cain & Rick Fowler.
USAPL World Bench Press team launced web site
The 2007 Women's National team bios
Reminder:
1) June 13th (30 days prior to NGB meeting) - Deadline for Agenda Items, honorary award nominations
News from the World Around Us:
Powerlifting Watch for news, comments and opinions.
note; opinions expressed in articles written by others and posted here on Maryland Powerlifting does not necessarily reflect those of Maryland Powerlifting.
There was a lot going on in the powerlifting community while I was away. The WPO is out and the USAPL is now in as the powerlifting partner at the Arnold Sports Festival. It is hoped that the USAPL will be successful as it now contemplates its role and how to proceed in planning for this major event. It is hoped that a lot of thought is given by planners and that mistakes of the past are considered when planning for this event.
And leading up to this change at the Arnold, Louie Simmons of West Side Barbell announced that his lifters would no longer compete in WPO/WPC sanctioned meets. And after some speculation that he would support the IPA, decided to establish a new pro powerlifting federation. While the change that was made at the Arnold probably had no bearing on Mr. Simmon's decision, there has been much discussion concerning the manner in which Kieran Kidder has managed the APF/WPO/WPC and the growing discontent amongst the membership.
The USPF has been accepted as the U.S. affiliate for the World Powerlifting Federation (WPF). However, there are differences in both rules and amongst long time USPF members in how to proceed. At this time, there seems to be little resistance amongst the EC to changing the rules, except in cases where the mono lift or grooved briefs may be allowed and the upcoming Nationals that are to be held in Los Vegas this summer will be competed according to WPF rules.
APA News:
The APA has revised its schedule of meets to inlcude those scheduled through November 10.
A note from the APA President, Scott Taylor:
With so many recent changes and improvements and advancements to the various materials used in gear and the urging of many of our members, the APA will now allow the use of canvas gear in the form of an unlimited gear division. In addition we offer RAW divisions to those who wish to compete without the use of gear. Standard divisions will remain the same. For more information feel free to contact me at my email address as I do not often go on the forums. My email address is Scott Taylor
In addition to the above announcement, Scott Taylor confirmed that briefs with legs will be allowed and that a revised rule book will be available soon.
IPF News:
John Stephenson-Chairman IPF Technical Committee, released Technical News Bulletin No 3 2007 on April 6.
The following is discussed:
1) Attempts top clarify why the section titled "World Records" was reworded.
2) Explains what is intended with the ruling that records can be set by .5 kg.
3) Discusses uneven extension during the performance of the bench press.
4) Discusses problems with finding enough referees for world events other than the combined Men's and Women's Championships.
5) Metal Gym has been announced as a new sponsor of the IPF and racks sold through Metal have now been added to the Approved List and may now be used at international contests.
6) New catagory 1 and 2 referess announced.
7) Safety stands are now required for use during the bench press. Photos of the rack which is recomended for use and the rack which is not are inlcuded.
National doping reports for 2006 2006 has been released. IPF-Anti-Doping rules 14.2 "All nations must report annual national doping results to the IPF General Secretary not later than 31 March the following year". Only analyses can be considered, which were done in WADA accredited laboratory.
The first list of IPF tested lifters for 2007 has b een released.
Reminder:
1) Referee registration for 2008-2011 is due by January 1, 2008
USAPL News:
Brad Madvig has launched a new USAPL forum. In a recent announcement at the "Original USAPL" forum, he gives guidelines for the use of the new forum which includes the requirement that users register with their full names. The "Original USAPL" forum has experienced a rash of spam attacks in which advertisers promote various supplements and drugs.
From James Hart:
As the 2007 North American Powerlifting Federation Regional Powerlifting Championships gets closer we are trying to finalize the US Teams. At the present time the US Women's Master Team has a number of open slots. If there are any Master Women that are interested please email me and let me know. My email address is James Hart . The Women's Open Team is filled and the Women's Junior Team will be finalized this weekend.
I also know that the Men's Junior Team has a couple of open slots. If you are interested, email James Townsend -Men's Team Coach and let him know.
Also regarding the Junior and 60+ NAC Team:
We have 6 spots available on the junior team and I also have several spots available on on the 60+ master team. I would like to fill these spots in the next the week or 2.
James Townsend -North American USAPL Men's Team Coach (318-245-1802)
Top 25 lifters in USAPL history to be honored at the upcoming 2007 Men's Nationals in St. Louis. The following list was announced by Harold Gaines and will receive plaques.
The team, listed in the order of the weight class they first appeared in are:
Ervin Gainer, Doan Nguyen, Dave Weiss, Doc Holloway, Tim Taylor, Ray Benemerito, Wade Hooper, Dan Austin, Tony Conyers, Martin Beavers, Dave Ricks, Greg Jones, Rob Wagner, Shawn Cain, Tony Harris, Bull Stewart, John Kuc, Tony Cardella, Bob Dempsey, Tony Leiato, Beau Moore, Brian Siders, Brad Gillingham, Mike Hall, Mark Henry
The panelists who helped in making the above selections were: Al Siegel, Dennis Brady, Larry Maile, Mike Lambert, Rob Keller, Pat Anderson, Shawn Cain & Rick Fowler.
USAPL World Bench Press team launced web site
The 2007 Women's National team bios
Reminder:
1) June 13th (30 days prior to NGB meeting) - Deadline for Agenda Items, honorary award nominations
News from the World Around Us:
Powerlifting Watch for news, comments and opinions.
note; opinions expressed in articles written by others and posted here on Maryland Powerlifting does not necessarily reflect those of Maryland Powerlifting.
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