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Muldrow Today
By the People, for the People
Local powerlifters place at Panama's Iron Hog Classic
Several high school and junior high athletes from the area earn top finishes at the annual competition.
Published on Feb. 25, 2026
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Local high school and junior high powerlifters from several area schools placed at last week's Iron Hog Classic competition in Panama. Standout performances included a runner-up finish, several top-five placements, and multiple individual champions across the small and large school divisions.
Why it matters
The Iron Hog Classic is a prestigious annual powerlifting event that draws top talent from the region. Strong showings by local athletes demonstrate the strength and competitiveness of the area's high school and junior high powerlifting programs, which can lead to college recruitment opportunities and help build community pride.
The details
In the high school boys small school division, the Roland Rangers placed fifth as a team, with Joshawa Crase finishing as the runner-up at 198 pounds, Alexander Criswell taking fourth at 145 pounds, and John Allen placing fourth at 275 pounds. Gans Grizzlies powerlifter Anthony Vasquez won the 181-pound small school title, while teammate Dalton Scott was fifth at 157 pounds. In the large school boys division, five Muldrow Bulldogs placed, including a second-place finish by David Keenen at 123 pounds. The Central Tigers also had two powerlifters place in the small school division. On the girls side, Roland Lady Rangers Paisley Davis and Mira Reagan placed fourth and fifth, respectively, in the 143-pound class.
- Last Friday saw the high school boys powerlifters compete.
- Last Wednesday, two Roland Lady Rangers 143-pound powerlifters competed and placed.
- On Thursday, the Bulldogs had several placers, including three champions.
The players
Joshawa Crase
A powerlifter for the Roland Rangers who finished as the runner-up in the 198-pound division at the Iron Hog Classic.
Alexander Criswell
A powerlifter for the Roland Rangers who placed fourth in the 145-pound division at the Iron Hog Classic.
John Allen
A powerlifter for the Roland Rangers who placed fourth in the 275-pound division at the Iron Hog Classic.
Anthony Vasquez
A powerlifter for the Gans Grizzlies who won the 181-pound small school division title at the Iron Hog Classic.
Dalton Scott
A powerlifter for the Gans Grizzlies who placed fifth in the 157-pound small school division at the Iron Hog Classic.
What’s next
All of the local boys powerlifters will be idle until their respective regional meet next week.
The takeaway
The strong performances by local powerlifters at the Iron Hog Classic showcase the depth and talent of the area's high school and junior high programs, which could lead to future college recruitment and continued community pride in their athletic achievements.
