Powerlifting is a sport of strength. Every athlete aims in lifting more weights than the opponent using specific moves. Special Olympics Powerlifting is much more than the mere exercises. It is effort, persistence and loyalty. Training, determination and attitude are the key facts that define the balance between a successful or failed attempt.

2023 Competition Options

Athletes will compete at Summer Games at UW-Whitewater on June 8-10, 2023. Athletes will be assigned divisions prior to the event based on qualifying scores. The minimum age to compete in Powerlifting is 14.

Events Offered

• Squat
• Bench Press
• Deadlift
• Combination (Bench Press and Deadlift) or
• Combination (Squat, Bench Press and Deadlift)

Important Dates

• Intent to Play Deadline: March 1
• Virtual Pre-season Coaches Meeting: March 9
• Medical Deadline: April 15

State Competition

Tentative Summer Games Competition Schedule
(subject to change)

Thursday, June 8

• Opening Ceremony

Friday, June 9

• Cornhole State Competition
• Gymnastics State Competition
• Soccer State Competition
• Athletics (Track & Field) State Competition

Saturday, June 10

• Powerlifting State Competition
• Soccer State Competition
• Tennis State Competition
• Athletics (Track & Field) State Competition

Rules & Forms

• Intent to Play Form
• Powerlifting Rules
• Summer Games Registration Form
• Special Needs Form