Jason's Big Dawg Push/Pull Powerlifting Meet....

was a huge success!!!

This past Saturday Jason put on a lifting meet over at the YMCA. This happened to be the 3rd or 4th meet Jason has organized here in town and everything went off without a hitch....

Jason did a fantastic job announcing.....

And, even found a way to get involved in the lifting himself....here's a shot of his opening lift.....

Miss Taylen hanging out and cheering on her Daddy :)

The kids and I were able to be there for the entire thing (which isn't always as easy as it sounds considering the kids love to run around and be wild....between playing b-ball, soccer, and running laps on the track upstairs, they seem to be good at being in 10 places at once) and we only had to take 25 potty breaks....

All joking aside, we were VERY proud to be there cheering on the lifters and watching them work hard and enjoy doing what they love to do. This meet featured a variety of lifters ranging from high school students up to men in their late 30's.....Jason brother, Nick, was a guest lifter and put on quite a show for the audience as he deadlifted 700 pounds, not only once, but for FOUR reps!! It was absolutely AMAZING!!!

Way to Go, Uncle Nick! Good Luck at Nationals in a couple weeks!! We know you'll give 'em heck!

In addition to Nick's deadlifting excitement....this meet also featured a group of kids from the high school here in town. A few months ago, Jason started working with this weightlifting club after school 3 days a week, teaching them all things weightlifting and keeping them involved and active. Jason has always enjoyed working out and powerlifting himself, so this really has been a great fit!! Below are a couple pictures of the group...they definitely had a great time!!!

Posing with their trophies....

And showing off their guns!!!

Jason,

I'm super excited the meet went well...I know how hard you worked putting it together!! I'm proud of you and hope you realize just how important you are to all the students and athletes you influence on a daily basis. Not only do you have a tremendous heart, but you have complete dedication to whatever you do, including both teaching and coaching. You truly continue to amaze me each and EVERY day!!! I love you!!!

One last shot from the fun afternoon....

Ty, Jason, Trey, and Nick posing for a little cam action after the meet!!!