Farmington, Utah — November 22, 2025
The platform was busy and the energy high at the USPA Tested & Open 2025 StrengthX Grand Prix, as lifters from across the region packed into Farmington to close out the year with heavy attempts and tight battles across weight classes. The meet featured raw, classic-raw, single-ply, multi-ply, full-power, bench-only, deadlift-only, along with tested and open divisions, giving all athletes a chance to shine.
Men’s Equipped & Single Lift: Depth and Experience
The men’s equipped divisions showcased both veteran experience and technical execution.
Ammon Stephens (82.5 kg Master) led his class with a 605 kg equipped total, while Joel McIlvain (140 kg Master) finished with a 627.5 kg total, anchored by a 280 kg deadlift.
Single-lift events added another layer of competition. Jon Cunningham topped the equipped bench-only field with a 203.5 kg bench, while Leslie Hofheins led the women’s raw bench-only divisions. In deadlift-only events, Terry Baldwin and Paul Wach highlighted the masters categories with strong pulls.
Women’s Equipped Divisions
The women’s equipped powerlifters delivered some of the most striking numbers of the meet.
Lisa MacDonald (60 kg Open) posted one of the most eye-catching performances of the day with a 647.5 kg equipped total, highlighted by a phenomenal 307.5 kg squat and a great DOTS score.
Caitlin Startup (48 kg Open) impressed with efficiency and control, totaling 342.5 kg, while Shayla Bullock (110+ kg Open) rounded out the women’s equipped field with a strong 522.5 kg total.
Men’s Raw: Heavy Totals and Junior Firepower
In the men’s division, raw lifting brought both big totals and strong junior representation.
Antonio Meikel (75 kg Open) delivered one of the most efficient performances of the meet, totaling 660 kg and posting one of the top DOTS scores overall. A standout example of strength relative to bodyweight.
Usitai Tuiloli (110 kg) performed the biggest raw total of the day, putting together a big 772.5 kg performance that dominated both the junior and open 110 kg classes. His lifts drew some of the loudest reactions from the crowd.
At 100 kg, Joe Humphreys and Corey Jones went head-to-head, with Humphreys edging ahead at 700 kg and Jones close behind at 682.5 kg, making that class one of the tightest battles of the meet.
The junior men posteed powerful results on the platform. William Rankin totaled 510 kg at 82.5 kg (18–19), while Brycen Klinkowski followed with 477.5 kg in the 20–23 division, both showing serious potential.
Women’s Raw: Precision and Pound-for-Pound Excellence
The women’s raw divisions were packed with some of the strongest pound-for-pound performances of the entire meet.
Leah Stamp (67.5 kg Open) turned in one of the cleanest and most impressive totals of the day, finishing with 405 kg and one of the highest DOTS scores in the raw field. Her balance across all three lifts made her a clear standout among both men and women.
Leona Hildreth (56 kg Open & Master) dominated her classes with a 362.5 kg total, showing remarkable consistency and efficiency at a lighter bodyweight. Competing in both the Open and Masters divisions, she demonstrated disciplined execution on the platform.
Kasey Smith (60 kg Open & Submaster) and Kayla Potter (67.5 kg Open & Submaster) both had busy, successful days. Smith’s 332.5 kg total showed steady strength across the board, while Potter demonstrated versatility by totaling 352.5 kg in full power, and also taking top honors in bench-only and deadlift-only events.
In the junior ranks, Jade Brazelton (56 kg) impressed with a 305 kg total, showing strong technical lifting and setting herself up as a lifter to watch going forward.
The Conversation
As with many modern powerlifting meets, the StrengthX Grand Prix generated discussion beyond the platform. Much of that conversation focused on how the event brought together different divisions and competitive formats under a single meet structure.
One topic was the inclusion of both tested and open divisions within the same event. Many lifters and spectators pointed to the inclusivity and efficient scheduling this approach allowed, while a smaller number questioned whether clearer separation would give each division additional visibility. Overall, the format was widely viewed as practical and accessible, helping make more meets like this possible—an outcome broadly seen as positive for the sport.
As is common at powerlifting meets, judging standards were also discussed following a handful of close calls on squat depth and bench press pauses. No major controversies emerged, and the conversation largely reflected the familiar post-meet debates typical of competitive events.
Across social media and informal discussions, there was broad recognition of the range of powerlifting disciplines represented. Both raw and equipped lifting drew attention for strong performances across divisions, and the overall tone surrounding the meet remained positive and high-energy. The mix of lifting styles contributed to an engaging event that was well received by those in attendance and those following along.
A Solid Finish to the Season
Overall, the 2025 StrengthX Grand Prix delivered exactly what many lifters were looking for: a well-run meet, strong performances, and a supportive competitive environment. Whether athletes were chasing podium finishes, DOTS scores, or personal milestones, Farmington proved to be a fitting place to end the year with the bar.
This meet was directed by Chris McGrail.
USPA TESTED 2025 StrengthX Grand Prix — Results
USPA OPEN 2025 StrengthX Grand Prix — Results
Powerlifting.com meet recap compiled from official results and available event reporting. Coverage reflects a summary of the meet rather than a complete accounting of all performances. Full result numbers are provided above. Powerlifting.com appreciates the support as meet coverage continues to evolve.
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