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Okmulgee County Powerlifters Shine at State Meet
Seventh and eighth grade athletes earn multiple top finishes across weight classes
Mar. 20, 2026 at 4:01pm
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A deep and competitive group of Okmulgee County seventh and eighth grade powerlifters turned in solid performances at the state meet in El Reno, earning placements across multiple weight classes and continuing to build momentum for their programs.
Why it matters
The strong showing by Okmulgee County powerlifters highlights the growth and depth of the sport at the middle school level, setting the stage for continued success as these athletes progress to high school competition.
The details
Seventh grade athletes from Morris, Dewar, Beggs and Henryetta earned placements in various weight classes, led by standout performances from Rowdy Flud, Archer Cook, Brodi Morrow, Andrew Harvey, Kendrick Hill, Elias Pollard and others. In the eighth grade division, Case Hawkins, Michael Cruz, Malachi Bogart and Noah Green were among the top finishers, demonstrating the county's strength and consistency across weight classes.
- The state powerlifting meet took place on March 20, 2026 in El Reno, Oklahoma.
The players
Rowdy Flud
A seventh grade powerlifter from Morris who finished 5th in the 132-pound division.
Archer Cook
A seventh grade powerlifter from Morris who finished 6th in the 114-pound class.
Brodi Morrow
A seventh grade powerlifter from Dewar who finished 9th in the 132-pound division.
Andrew Harvey
A seventh grade powerlifter from Beggs who finished 7th in the 145-pound class.
Kendrick Hill
A seventh grade powerlifter from Henryetta who finished 2nd in the 168-pound division.
What’s next
The Okmulgee County powerlifters will continue to train and compete, with many of them expected to represent their high schools in the coming years.
The takeaway
The strong showing by Okmulgee County's middle school powerlifters demonstrates the depth and growth of the sport in the region, setting the stage for continued success as these athletes progress to the high school level and beyond.
