APO POWERLIFTING CHAMPIONSHIP
APO Battle on the Bay IV
San Diego’s Premier Powerlifting Showdown
ABOUT THE EVENT
Tested & Non-Tested.
Get ready for an unforgettable day of strength, records, and competition as lifters from across the nation converge for APO Battle on the Bay IV. Whether you are chasing personal bests, state records, or the coveted Best Lifter title, this is the meet to prove yourself.
EQUIPMENT
Monolift
EliteFTS Bench
SportKraft XTREME Squat Bar (30 kg)
The F8 Bench Bar (25 kg)
Texas Deadlift Bar (20 kg)
LOCATION
DATE & TIME
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EVENTS & DIVISIONS
Events
Full Power • Push-Pull • Bench Only • Deadlift Only
Equipment Divisions
Raw • Classic Raw • Single Ply • Multi-Ply
Age Divisions
Junior (13-15, 16-17, 18-19, 20-23) • Open (any age) • Sub-Master (33-39) • Masters (40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, and up)
Lifters 12 and younger may participate as a guest lifter at the meet director’s discretion.
ELIGIBILITY
Open to both tested and non-tested athletes. APO membership is required for every competitor.
AWARDS
Medals to the top three in each weight class.
Overall Best Lifter for Male and Female, awarded via the Glossbrenner formula (minimum of 5 in the division).
Eligible for state and national records.
SANCTIONED EVENT
This event is sanctioned by the APO (American Powerlifting Organization).
APO membership is required and can be purchased at APOpowerlifting.com.
WEIGHT CLASSES
MEN
WOMEN
RULES
RAW division: The approved apparel and equipment for the RAW division competitors will be defined as a non-supportive, one piece singlet, a cotton t-shirt, optional undershorts, socks, optional belt, shoes, and wrist wraps and knee sleeves. The rules of performance for all three lifts are the same for Raw and Classic Raw Competitors.
RAW with WRAPS Division: The approved apparel and equipment for the Raw with Wraps division competitors will be defined as a non-supportive, one piece singlet, a cotton t-shirt, optional undershorts, socks, optional belt, shoes, and wrist wraps, up to 2.5m knee wraps, and knee sleeves. The rules of performance for all three lifts are the same for Raw and Raw with Wraps competitors.
Single Ply Division: The lifting costume (commonly known as a bench shirt, squat or deadline suit) shall consist of an one-piece costume of single-ply material. The construction of the suit must be without any patches or padding, and have a maximum overall material thickness not exceeding 1.3mm at any measured point, except at the seam. Any seams, false or otherwise, that in the opinion of the referees are incorporated into the costume purely as a form of reinforcement or bracing, shall invalidate the costume from being used in competition. The straps must be worn over the shoulders at all times while lifting in competition.
Multi Ply Division: A lifting suit shall be worn during the competitive lifts. It must be an individual full length article of cloth fabric, polyester, denim or canvas and may consist of multiple plies of any thickness, but as a whole be of a singular construction. The straps must be worn over the shoulders at all times while performing the competitive lifts. The use of Velcro material to secure the straps is permitted. The length of the legs must not extend beyond the mid-thigh (mid-point between the top of the kneecap and the crotch).
SCHEDULE
Weigh-ins & Equipment Check – Saturday, November 1, 2025, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the venue. No same-day weigh-ins.
Rules Briefing – Sunday, November 2 at 8:00 AM
Lifting Begins – Sunday, November 2 at 9:00 AM
ENTRY FEES
$125.00 per lifter. $50.00 crossover fee for each additional class or event.
Entry deadline is October 19, 2025. No late entries without direct approval from the meet director.
No refunds. Registrations may be transferred to another AJ Roberts-directed meet through November 3, 2026.
COMPETITION SHIRTS
Meet T-Shirt
A meet T-shirt is included free with entry. Additional shirts at GrinderGym.com/Apparel.
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Streaming on Dave DePew’s YouTube channel.
ORGANIZER
RESULTS
Battle on the Bay IV brought lifters from across California, Nevada, and beyond. Raw, single-ply, and multi-ply, from teens to masters, every athlete below placed 1st in their class.
MEET HIGHLIGHTS
Equipped Best Lifter: Joel Anderson (Westside Militia)
Raw Best Lifter: Jordan McAfee (Back Alley Barbell)
APO National Record: Jeri Dines-Cook, 125 kg bench in the 140 kg class.
Final Results
All lifts in kilograms. Every athlete listed placed 1st in their class. A dash means the lift was not contested in that athlete’s event.
| Lifter | Team | Division | Squat | Bench | Deadlift | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alexander Mederos | Tested Single-Ply Junior · 82.5 kg | 272.5 | 192.5 | 272.5 | 737.5 | |
| Jose Rizo | Tested Classic Raw Open · 125 kg | 282.5 | 182.5 | 250 | 715 | |
| Cruz Sigala | Tested Classic Raw Open · 110 kg | 185 | 137.5 | 227.5 | 550 | |
| Dirk Buchanan | Classic Raw Open & Master 50-54 · 90 kg (also Deadlift Only 1st) | 157.5 | 95 | 182.5 | 435 | |
| Jacalynn Versoza | Tested Raw Master 45-49 · Deadlift Only · 75 kg | - | - | 107.5 | 107.5 | |
| Ashlee Vuong | Hillside Crew | Tested Classic Raw Open · 67.5 kg | 122.5 | 35 | 135 | 292.5 |
| Amani Abu-Hashim | Hillside Crew | Classic Raw Open · 110 kg | 162.5 | 77.5 | 147.5 | 387.5 |
| Derek Baker | Hillside Crew | Classic Raw Open & Master 40-44 · 100 kg | 185 | 150 | 250 | 585 |
| Henry Baker | Hillside Crew | Raw Teen 13-15 · 100 kg | 102.5 | 72.5 | 147.5 | 322.5 |
| Andres Aragon | Hillside Crew | Tested Single-Ply Open Push/Pull · 90 kg | - | 165 | 222.5 | 387.5 |
| Megan King | LexBuilt | Classic Raw Open · Deadlift Only · 90 kg | - | - | 125 | 125 |
| Jeri Dines-Cook | Relentless Barbell | Tested Raw Open Bench Only · 140 kg | - | 125 | - | 125 |
| Gabriela Plazola | Westside Militia | Classic Raw Open · 100 kg | 115 | 47.5 | 137.5 | 300 |
| Nancy Alba | Westside Militia | Multi-Ply Sub-Master 33-39 · 90 kg | 205 | 127.5 | 175 | 507.5 |
| David Pat | Westside Militia | Tested Multi-Ply Master 40-44 · 125 kg | 275 | 275 | 240 | 790 |
| Joel Anderson | Westside Militia | Multi-Ply Open & Sub-Master 33-39 · 82.5 kg | 352.5 | 205 | 300 | 857.5 |
| James McShane | Westside Militia | Multi-Ply Open · 110 kg | 340 | 227.5 | 252.5 | 820 |
| Andres Cuadros | Westside Militia | Multi-Ply Open Bench Only · 100 kg | - | 175 | - | 175 |
| Matthew Gonzalez Juarez | Westside Militia | Single-Ply Sub-Master 33-39 · 110 kg | 272.5 | 165 | 230 | 667.5 |
| Jordan McAfee | Back Alley Barbell | Classic Raw Open · 125 kg | 307.5 | 157.5 | 330 | 795 |
| Benjamin Tucay | Back Alley Barbell | Tested Raw Junior 20-23 · 90 kg | 200 | 125 | 245 | 570 |