Sunday, April 28, 2024
Jonesboro Independent School District’s powerlifting team recently competed in a regional meet this past week, with lifter DeMarcus Acoff advancing to state.
Senior DeMarcus Acoff competed in the 198-weight class and came out on top with first place. He lifted 515 pounds on squat, 355 pounds on the bench press, and 485 pounds on deadlift, with a total of 1,355 pounds.
Senior Payton Brister competed in the 220-weight class and won sixth place in his division. He lifted 375 pounds on squat, 315 pounds on the bench press, and 510 pounds on deadlift, with a total of 1,200 pounds.
Junior Austin Massingill competed in the 198-weight class and won eighth place in his division. He lifted 415 pounds on squat, 315 pounds on the bench press, and 450 pounds on deadlift, with a total of 1,180 pounds.
Coach Eddie Gallegos will lead Acoff to the state meet, which will be held in Abilene on Saturday, March 23.
For further details, contact Jonesboro ISD at 254-463-2111.
