Maryland Powerlifting Report
Monday, October 28, 2007
Review: 3rd Annual Halloween Bench Press Open
This non-sanctioned meet was held at the Westminster Family Center on Saturday, October 27 where approximately 35 lifters from Maryland and surrounding states lifted in this annual and growing fall event which raised funds for the benefit of Access Carroll. Long time Maryland powerlifter, Scott Bixler was the meet director and along with the assistance of others, provided a great setting on the basketball court of this former armory turned family/fitness center. The lifting platform was on a stage. An ample amount of chairs where set out "theater" style and the warm-up area, which consisted of two platforms, was set up in back and away from the seating, utilizing canopies and tarps so to not distract the lifters or those who had come to see the lifting. The women prepared food and drink for sale to those who attended the meet. The sloppy joes and "gourmet" chicken salad was great! Music was played throughout the meet, but was not turned up too loud and was often turned down so everyone could hear the announcing. It was also apparent that some of the lifters did not want the music on while they lifted. It was obvious that great care was given in planning this meet. I was honored to be the announcer of this meet and I need to make this public apology to those whose names I fumbled through. For having only announced one time previously, once I got into the swing of it, I felt more comfortable. Thanks Scott for entrusting me with this critical responsibility.
I hope to have more to report from this meet soon. Mark your calanders for October 25, 2008 for the next Halloween Open.
Update: USAPL Maryland Powerlifting & Open Bench Press Championships
I need to say this carefully; you can purchase a USAPL card on the day of the meet and at registration. If you do not have a card, please note it on your form and mail the form to me. It is important that I receive as many forms as early as possible for planning purposes.
100% RAW News:
Paul Bossi (President) announced that the World Powerlifting Championships is now closed. Also, those interested in lifting in the World Bench Press Championships have until November 1 to submit entry forms.
ADAU News:
Unofficial results (pending DT); Central PA Open (10/20/07)
Next meet- Coal Country Classic- December 9 in Bigler, PA.
APF News:
Deadline to enter the Xtreme Powerlifting South Carolina Championship Meet is November 3.
IPA News:
Deadline to enter the National Powerlifting Championships is November 9. A limit of 65 lifters per day is in effect.
IPF News:
Technical Newsletter No 6 2007. Some significant notes that John Stephenson makes is;
1) Bench Shirt
Probably the most controversial of proposals was that referring to the future of the bench shirt.
1. Delete the bench shirt completely from the IPF Approved List.
2. Increase the amount of stretch from that of some currently accepted.
3. To keep all of the existing approved shirts as legal.
The vote was in favour of " no change " so the existing rule still applies to design and limited minimum stretch i.e that currently on the market, which meet IPF Approval.
Congress also decided that as from January 1 2008 no further shirts will be approved for an indefinite period.
2) Bench Press - Uneven Extension
To allow any form of uneven extension as long as the whole of the bar does not descend, was defeated by a considerable amount of votes. There is no change to that which says - Moderate uneven extension will be accepted. Yes, unfortunately the ambiguity still remains i.e. where does one draw the line. There is no definitive answer to the question " what should one consider to be acceptable " I would suggest that a member of the Technical Committee at the Technical Meeting demonstrates what is felt maybe uniform throughout the meet. Lockout with both arms does not need to be simultaneous/to-gether.
3) GENERAL RULES OF POWERLIFTING
( Rule clarification )
Page 4 - Item 13
Delete the words - - - - - in all three attempts. The sentence should read - Should a lifter fail to succeed in either or both of the squat or bench press.
The lifter must make at least one bona fide/genuine attempt in each of the lifts. The jury will decide if there is any question as to whether or not the attempt appeared to be the best of the lifters ability.
4) Derisory attempts ( for medal claim )
Attempts that are considered far inferior to the lifters ability will not be credited to any of his individual lifts e.g. A lifter weighing 56 kg only taking a 100 kg squat
and 80 kg bench press, then attempting 250 kg for a medal on the deadlift, is absolutely time wasting, for if successful it will be discounted, and he will not be standing on the podium. Even if an attempt or claim is to be made on a single lift bench press record at a three lift powerlifting event, the same rule still applies. This type of lifter is of little use as a team member, acquiring just the one point. That is of course should the jury consider a total.
5) Jury ( overturning referee's decisions )
The object of a jury is to see that the Technical Rules are being applied, generally, that is, by all involved with the running of a Championships.
More recently it would appear to the spectators that the main function of the jury is to overturn referee's decisions. Having spoken on this subject in previous notes, I re-iterate
and quote - Jury Rule 9 Only in extreme circumstances when there has been an obvious or blatant mistake in the refereeing will the jury in consultation with the referees reverse the decision. Too many decisions are being reversed that are neither, obvious or blatant. Obvious to mean e.g. beating the referee's signal. Blatant, favouring home lifters.
Doubtful depth of squat does not feature in these categories.
At a most recent championships two very experienced referees ( red ties ) totally neutral were positioned as side referees, particularly selected as it was to be a very competitive class. They were perfectly positioned to observe depth of squat, more so than the jury. Having failed the lift, the lifters influential coach approached the jury table, and the jury perhaps intimidated, after discussion reversed the decision. If, in there own minds they had thought the lift was good, why wait until they were approached by the coach. My / T C fear is that in circumstances like this a referee will one day walk from the chair. This would be a sad day for powerlifting. Let " us " refrain from this practice,
and let competent referees do their job. To consult the referees is also a matter of courtesy. All International referees have proved their worth, and have been instructed to give any benefit of doubt in favour of the lifter.
Incidentally, the referee's decision may be reversed by a majority vote, which will now be written into the rules.
USAPL News:
Nov. 3th- “1st Annual Garage Ink Invitational”Stewartstown, PA- November 3. There is no charge to enter this meet. It is a "no frills" meet. Great opportunity to warm-up or try out new gear in preparing for the American Open or the Maryland States. Mail Applications by October 31st, 2007 : Niko Hulslander 6 Church Street, Stewartstown, PA 17363 OR Call 717-779-5622 ASAP!!!
Deadline to enter the American Open is; entries must be post marked by November 5th. No late entries will be accepted after November 22.
From APT:
A note from Allen at APT- click here!
note; opinions expressed in articles written by others and posted here on Maryland Powerlifting does not necessarily reflect those of Maryland Powerlifting.
Review: 3rd Annual Halloween Bench Press Open
This non-sanctioned meet was held at the Westminster Family Center on Saturday, October 27 where approximately 35 lifters from Maryland and surrounding states lifted in this annual and growing fall event which raised funds for the benefit of Access Carroll. Long time Maryland powerlifter, Scott Bixler was the meet director and along with the assistance of others, provided a great setting on the basketball court of this former armory turned family/fitness center. The lifting platform was on a stage. An ample amount of chairs where set out "theater" style and the warm-up area, which consisted of two platforms, was set up in back and away from the seating, utilizing canopies and tarps so to not distract the lifters or those who had come to see the lifting. The women prepared food and drink for sale to those who attended the meet. The sloppy joes and "gourmet" chicken salad was great! Music was played throughout the meet, but was not turned up too loud and was often turned down so everyone could hear the announcing. It was also apparent that some of the lifters did not want the music on while they lifted. It was obvious that great care was given in planning this meet. I was honored to be the announcer of this meet and I need to make this public apology to those whose names I fumbled through. For having only announced one time previously, once I got into the swing of it, I felt more comfortable. Thanks Scott for entrusting me with this critical responsibility.
I hope to have more to report from this meet soon. Mark your calanders for October 25, 2008 for the next Halloween Open.
Update: USAPL Maryland Powerlifting & Open Bench Press Championships
I need to say this carefully; you can purchase a USAPL card on the day of the meet and at registration. If you do not have a card, please note it on your form and mail the form to me. It is important that I receive as many forms as early as possible for planning purposes.
100% RAW News:
Paul Bossi (President) announced that the World Powerlifting Championships is now closed. Also, those interested in lifting in the World Bench Press Championships have until November 1 to submit entry forms.
ADAU News:
Unofficial results (pending DT); Central PA Open (10/20/07)
Next meet- Coal Country Classic- December 9 in Bigler, PA.
APF News:
Deadline to enter the Xtreme Powerlifting South Carolina Championship Meet is November 3.
IPA News:
Deadline to enter the National Powerlifting Championships is November 9. A limit of 65 lifters per day is in effect.
IPF News:
Technical Newsletter No 6 2007. Some significant notes that John Stephenson makes is;
1) Bench Shirt
Probably the most controversial of proposals was that referring to the future of the bench shirt.
1. Delete the bench shirt completely from the IPF Approved List.
2. Increase the amount of stretch from that of some currently accepted.
3. To keep all of the existing approved shirts as legal.
The vote was in favour of " no change " so the existing rule still applies to design and limited minimum stretch i.e that currently on the market, which meet IPF Approval.
Congress also decided that as from January 1 2008 no further shirts will be approved for an indefinite period.
2) Bench Press - Uneven Extension
To allow any form of uneven extension as long as the whole of the bar does not descend, was defeated by a considerable amount of votes. There is no change to that which says - Moderate uneven extension will be accepted. Yes, unfortunately the ambiguity still remains i.e. where does one draw the line. There is no definitive answer to the question " what should one consider to be acceptable " I would suggest that a member of the Technical Committee at the Technical Meeting demonstrates what is felt maybe uniform throughout the meet. Lockout with both arms does not need to be simultaneous/to-gether.
3) GENERAL RULES OF POWERLIFTING
( Rule clarification )
Page 4 - Item 13
Delete the words - - - - - in all three attempts. The sentence should read - Should a lifter fail to succeed in either or both of the squat or bench press.
The lifter must make at least one bona fide/genuine attempt in each of the lifts. The jury will decide if there is any question as to whether or not the attempt appeared to be the best of the lifters ability.
4) Derisory attempts ( for medal claim )
Attempts that are considered far inferior to the lifters ability will not be credited to any of his individual lifts e.g. A lifter weighing 56 kg only taking a 100 kg squat
and 80 kg bench press, then attempting 250 kg for a medal on the deadlift, is absolutely time wasting, for if successful it will be discounted, and he will not be standing on the podium. Even if an attempt or claim is to be made on a single lift bench press record at a three lift powerlifting event, the same rule still applies. This type of lifter is of little use as a team member, acquiring just the one point. That is of course should the jury consider a total.
5) Jury ( overturning referee's decisions )
The object of a jury is to see that the Technical Rules are being applied, generally, that is, by all involved with the running of a Championships.
More recently it would appear to the spectators that the main function of the jury is to overturn referee's decisions. Having spoken on this subject in previous notes, I re-iterate
and quote - Jury Rule 9 Only in extreme circumstances when there has been an obvious or blatant mistake in the refereeing will the jury in consultation with the referees reverse the decision. Too many decisions are being reversed that are neither, obvious or blatant. Obvious to mean e.g. beating the referee's signal. Blatant, favouring home lifters.
Doubtful depth of squat does not feature in these categories.
At a most recent championships two very experienced referees ( red ties ) totally neutral were positioned as side referees, particularly selected as it was to be a very competitive class. They were perfectly positioned to observe depth of squat, more so than the jury. Having failed the lift, the lifters influential coach approached the jury table, and the jury perhaps intimidated, after discussion reversed the decision. If, in there own minds they had thought the lift was good, why wait until they were approached by the coach. My / T C fear is that in circumstances like this a referee will one day walk from the chair. This would be a sad day for powerlifting. Let " us " refrain from this practice,
and let competent referees do their job. To consult the referees is also a matter of courtesy. All International referees have proved their worth, and have been instructed to give any benefit of doubt in favour of the lifter.
Incidentally, the referee's decision may be reversed by a majority vote, which will now be written into the rules.
USAPL News:
Nov. 3th- “1st Annual Garage Ink Invitational”Stewartstown, PA- November 3. There is no charge to enter this meet. It is a "no frills" meet. Great opportunity to warm-up or try out new gear in preparing for the American Open or the Maryland States. Mail Applications by October 31st, 2007 : Niko Hulslander 6 Church Street, Stewartstown, PA 17363 OR Call 717-779-5622 ASAP!!!
Deadline to enter the American Open is; entries must be post marked by November 5th. No late entries will be accepted after November 22.
From APT:
A note from Allen at APT- click here!
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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