Bangs' Valerie Razo places fourth at state powerlifting meet

Razo lifted a total of 605 pounds at the Texas High School Women's Powerlifting State meet.

Mar. 19, 2026 at 6:57pm

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Valerie Razo, a student-athlete from Bangs, Texas, placed fourth in the Class 2A 97-pound weight class at the recent Texas High School Women's Powerlifting State meet. Razo lifted a total of 605 pounds across the squat, bench press, and deadlift events.

Why it matters

Powerlifting is a growing sport for high school girls in Texas, providing opportunities for student-athletes to showcase their strength and discipline. Razo's fourth-place finish at the state meet is an impressive accomplishment that highlights the talent and dedication of young female powerlifters in the state.

The details

Razo's lifts included 220 pounds in the squat, 135 pounds in the bench press, and 250 pounds in the deadlift, for a total of 605 pounds. The state champion in the 97-pound weight class, Jimena Leija of Sonora, lifted a total of 635 pounds.

  • The Texas High School Women's Powerlifting State meet took place on Wednesday.

The players

Valerie Razo

A student-athlete from Bangs, Texas who placed fourth in the Class 2A 97-pound weight class at the Texas High School Women's Powerlifting State meet.

Jimena Leija

The state champion in the Class 2A 97-pound weight class, who lifted a total of 635 pounds.

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The takeaway

Valerie Razo's fourth-place finish at the Texas High School Women's Powerlifting State meet demonstrates the growing strength and talent of female student-athletes in the sport of powerlifting across the state.