Pace Girls Weightlifting Dominates 3A State Championship

Patriots win 4th straight traditional and 3rd straight Olympic team titles, set FHSAA records.

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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Pace High School's girls weightlifting team capped off a dominant season by winning the FHSAA 3A state championship, claiming their fourth straight traditional state title and third consecutive Olympic state title. The Patriots set multiple FHSAA state records in the process at the meet held at the RP Funding Center in Lakeland, Florida.

Why it matters

Pace's weightlifting program has emerged as a powerhouse in Florida, winning multiple state championships in both the traditional and Olympic formats over the past several years. This latest dominant performance cements the team's status as one of the top high school weightlifting programs in the state.

The details

At the FHSAA 3A state championships, the Pace girls weightlifting team won both the traditional and Olympic team titles. In the process, they set new FHSAA state records in several individual and team categories. This continued the Patriots' streak of state championship wins, which now stands at four straight traditional titles and three consecutive Olympic titles.

  • The FHSAA 3A state championships were held on February 11, 2026 at the RP Funding Center in Lakeland, Florida.

The players

Pace High School

A public high school located in Pensacola, Florida that has emerged as a powerhouse in girls weightlifting, winning multiple state championships in recent years.

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The takeaway

Pace High School's girls weightlifting team has solidified its status as one of the top programs in Florida, capping off another dominant season with record-breaking performances at the 3A state championships. The Patriots' continued success underscores the growth and popularity of high school weightlifting in the state.