New Albany Girl's Powerlifting team competed at Desoto Central Fri. the 22nd in North-Half. The meet was a success. Of the 12 lifters that competed 11 finished the event. Pretty good for a charter team This was their first competition and they responded. We didn't win, but we definitely gave 'em some competition. Our girls seemed intimidated at first when all the competitors starting coming in, but they really responded. Every lifter improved their own personal lifts once the adrenaline got going. I was really proud of them. We did have one lifter that advances to State Competition on April 5th. Kierra Clay placed 3rd in the 148lb. class. She had a really good showing and I believe she is committed to improving her chances. This team was a joy to coach. Winning makes it really fun, but it's hard to beat that feeling when you see everyone on your team post personal highs. That was and still is a great feeling to have.

(top) Coach Sanderson Coach Price
(row 4) Dedre Smith,Ashley Doyle,Dayna Ruetsche,Ivy
Williams,Victoria Cousar
(row 3) Laquira Rutherford,Hannah Prater,Kristen
Buskirk,Maggie Stamm,Kierra Clay
(row 2) Mercedes garner,Marsheka Johnson,Kyerra
Cannon,Katie Tate, Ashley King
(front) Ashley Shead