The Pirates competed at Regionals Friday and did an incredible job, with the meet coming down to the last lift on the final platform, and with athletes who battled relentlessly from start to finish.
Regional placers include:
Diego, Kellyn, Kobie, Alex and Eduardo qualified for the State meet in Abilene.
Kellyn Husband had a remarkable day, setting two regional records — one in the squat and one for the total. He also earned:
As a team, the boys finished 2nd overall, just barely missing out on the top spot. Their effort, determination, and teamwork were something special to watch.
For the Lady Pirates, the hard work has paid off with impressive lifts and new personal records.
Victoria, Emily, Debanhi and Brooklyn qualified for the state meet.
Region 4 Division 2 Championships
Navasota
March 6
Team results: 2nd
Individual results (weight class, place, athlete)
123, 8, Batey, Clint
123, 11, Osorio, Cristian
132, 1, Orozco, Diego
132, 4, Lugo, Ruben
148, 3, Orozco, Alex
148, 7, Hansford, James
165, 10, Chivara, Jesus
181, 3, Jaime, Eduardo
198, 3, Neal, David
198, 6, Lacey, Logan
242, 1, Husband, Kellyn
275, 2, Cheek, Kobie
308, 5, Garcia, Aharon
4A Small Regional Meet
March 5
97, 1, Gonzalez, Victoria
132, 2, Cantera, Debanhi
148, 3, Morton, Addison
148, 8, Cruz, Adrianna
165, 4, McCain, Brianna
181, 7, Garcia, Ysenia
198, 2, White, Brooklyn
198, 3, McCain, Arianna
198, 8, Kinder, Riley
198, 10, Pineda, Emely
220, 6, Fulsom, Cali
242, 1, Gonzalez, Emily