American Strength at the 2025 USAPL Minnesota State Championships

This past weekend, the 2025 USA Powerlifting Minnesota Junior, Open, and Master State Championships, hosted by MG Powerlifting, took place at Champlin Park High School. Athletes from all across the state came together to showcase their strength, discipline, and competitive spirit—and American Strength was proud to have three outstanding lifters represent our gym on the platform.

Under the guidance of Coach Ken, Jaxon Most, Noah Richard, and Matt Hogan coached by Airion Britt brought their hard work and dedication to life, turning in strong performances and embodying what it means to be part of the American Strength community. Here’s a recap of their results:

Jaxon Most

  • Division: Men’s Raw Junior 100kg Class

  • Squat: 150kg / 330 lbs

  • Bench Press: 105kg / 231 lbs

  • Deadlift: 182.5kg / 402 lbs

  • Total: 437.5kg

  • Placement: 2nd Place

  • Performance: 9/9
    Jaxon went 9 for 9 on his lifts, demonstrating consistent execution and composure throughout the meet. His effort earned him a well-deserved second-place finish in a highly competitive class.

Noah Richard

  • Division: Men’s Raw Junior

  • Squat: 240kg / 529 lbs

  • Bench Press: 120kg / 264 lbs

  • Deadlift: 272.5kg / 600 lbs

  • Total: 632.5kg

  • Placement: 1st Place

  • Performance: 7/9
    Noah claimed the top spot in the Men’s Raw Junior division with a phenomenal 632.5kg total. Highlights included a huge 600-pound deadlift that solidified his position as the class winner.

Matt Hogan

  • Division: Men’s Master 1 100kg Class

  • Squat: 227.5kg / 501 lbs

  • Bench Press: 110kg / 242 lbs

  • Deadlift: 237.5kg / 523 lbs

  • Total: 575kg

  • Performance: 6/9
    Matt who is coached by Airion Britt represented the Master lifters of American Strength, putting up a solid 575kg total. His standout performance on the squat and deadlift showed his grit and dedication to the sport.

A Message from Coach Ken

Coach Ken and everyone at American Strength are incredibly proud of Jaxon, Noah, and Matt. These lifters put in the work day in and day out, and their performances at the USAPL Minnesota State Championships reflected that commitment.

As a gym, American Strength celebrates not just numbers on the bar but the effort, resilience, and sportsmanship that come with competing. Watching our lifters step onto the platform and give their all inspires us to keep building a stronger, more supportive community.

Here’s to many more milestones and successes for American Strength lifters in the months ahead!

USA PowerliftingKenyon GraackAmerican Strength Training CenterUSAPLComment