Uvalde Powerlifter Muñoz Takes Third at State

Uvalde High School team finishes strong at Texas powerlifting championships.

Mar. 29, 2026 at 9:28am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting the intense physicality and competitive spirit of a high school powerlifting event, with overlapping planes of muscular forms, barbells, and intense facial expressions.Uvalde High School's powerlifting team displays their grit and determination at the state championships.Uvalde Today

McKenzie Muñoz, a powerlifter from Uvalde High School in Texas, placed third in the 105.5-pound weight class at the state powerlifting championships. Muñoz competed alongside five of her Uvalde High School teammates, who all represented the school at the statewide event.

Why it matters

Powerlifting is a growing sport in Texas high schools, with more students participating each year. Uvalde High School has developed a strong powerlifting program, with several athletes qualifying for the state championships, showcasing the school's athletic talent and the dedication of its coaching staff.

The details

At the state powerlifting championships held on March 20, McKenzie Muñoz finished third in the 105.5-pound weight class, an impressive result against the top competitors from across Texas. Muñoz was part of a six-person team from Uvalde High School that qualified for the state meet, including Kyla Sanchez, Olivia Alvarado, Gabriella Torres, Aubrianna Diaz, and Jocelynn Rodriguez.

  • The state powerlifting championships took place on March 20, 2026.
  • Uvalde High School's powerlifters competed at the state meet on that date.

The players

McKenzie Muñoz

A powerlifter from Uvalde High School who placed third in the 105.5-pound weight class at the 2026 Texas state powerlifting championships.

Uvalde High School

A high school in Uvalde, Texas that has developed a strong powerlifting program, with several athletes qualifying for the state championships.

Frank Gonzales

The coach of the Uvalde High School powerlifting team.

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What they’re saying

“Our girls fought hard, I was extremely proud of the way they competed,”

— Frank Gonzales, Uvalde High School Powerlifting Coach

The takeaway

Uvalde High School's powerlifting program continues to produce talented athletes who are able to compete at the highest levels in Texas, showcasing the school's athletic prowess and the dedication of its coaching staff.