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Floydada Collegiate Powerlifters Shine at Regional Meet
Two team members earn podium finishes and set records in Post, Texas
Mar. 16, 2026 at 7:03pm
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Two members of the Floydada Collegiate powerlifting team, Azael Gomez and Luis Lopez, competed at the regional powerlifting meet held in Post, Texas on Saturday. Gomez earned a third-place finish and set a new regional record in the deadlift for his weight class, while Lopez finished 12th in his weight category, representing Floydada with determination and strength against a field of talented lifters.
Why it matters
The regional powerlifting meet is one of the most competitive events of the season, so Floydada Collegiate's strong showings demonstrate the hard work and dedication of their powerlifting program. Achieving podium finishes and setting records at this level helps raise the profile of the school's athletics and can inspire future generations of student-athletes.
The details
Azael Gomez highlighted the day for Floydada with an impressive third-place finish in his weight class. Gomez also set a new regional record in the deadlift for his class, a major accomplishment given the high level of competition. Teammate Luis Lopez also competed at the regional meet, finishing 12th in his weight class while representing Floydada Collegiate against a field of talented lifters from across the region.
- The regional powerlifting meet was held on Saturday, March 15, 2026 in Post, Texas.
The players
Azael Gomez
A member of the Floydada Collegiate powerlifting team who earned a third-place finish and set a new regional record in the deadlift for his weight class at the regional meet.
Luis Lopez
A member of the Floydada Collegiate powerlifting team who competed at the regional meet, finishing 12th in his weight class.
Floydada Collegiate
The college represented by Gomez and Lopez at the regional powerlifting competition.
The takeaway
Floydada Collegiate's powerlifting program continues to produce talented student-athletes who are capable of competing at the highest levels of competition. The strong showings by Gomez and Lopez at the regional meet highlight the dedication and hard work of the team, and serve as an inspiration for future Floydada powerlifters.
