US STRONGMAN SANCTIONED
Wrath of the Warrior 2024
Grinder Gym & Grinder Strongman Club Present · San Diego, CA
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WEIGH-INS
Friday – 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Saturday – 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
No weigh-ins after 10:00 AM. No exceptions.
GENERAL RULES
FOR ALL EVENTS
Competition shirt must be worn (except for stones).
No bare feet. Socks at minimum.
No tacky or sticky substance (except for stones).
No gloves. No built-up belts (one hard and one soft only).
No suits or briefs (except deadlift).
Any athlete who leaks body fluids on the competition field must help clean it up.
EVENTS
1. Circus DumbbellDetails ▾
Equipment Allowed
Chalk, Wrist Wraps, Elbow Sleeves, Knee Sleeves, Warmer Shorts, One Soft Belt, One Hard Belt
Time Limit
60 seconds
Scoring
Max Reps
On the start command, the athlete has 60 seconds to clean and press as many reps as possible. The bell may be cleaned with two hands, but the supporting hand must be removed before the press. A down command is given for each good rep once the bell is locked out overhead with a locked elbow, standing straight, squared feet, and control. After a down command, the bell must touch the floor before the next press. A tree drop is a zero for the event; the bell must be dropped on the stall mats.
2. Yoke WalkDetails ▾
Equipment Allowed
Chalk, Wrist Wraps, Elbow Sleeves, Knee Sleeves, Knee Wraps, Warmer Shorts, One Soft Belt, One Hard Belt
Time Limit
60 seconds
Distance
50 feet down, 50 feet back
Scoring
Distance + Time
On the start command, the athlete picks up the yoke and carries it 50 feet down. Once the tip crosses the line, the athlete drops it, turns, re-picks, and carries it 50 feet back. If the run is not finished in 60 seconds, distance is scored. Unlimited drops are allowed. A 5-second penalty applies to anyone who slides the yoke.
3. Deadlift LadderDetails ▾
Equipment Allowed
Chalk, Wrist Wraps, Elbow Sleeves, Knee Sleeves, Warmer Shorts, One Soft Belt, One Hard Belt, Straps, Deadlift Suits, Deadlift Briefs
Time Limit
90 seconds
Scoring
Max Reps
Ladder
1) Texas Deadlift Bar at 9″ (1 rep) → 2) Trap Bar at 14″ (1 rep) → 3) Silver Dollar Deadlift at 18″ (max reps)
The athlete starts behind the first barbell and progresses through three deadlift variations. Only a down command is given on the first two deadlifts; the final deadlift requires an up-and-down command. No touch-and-go reps. Judges look for shoulders back, hips through, and knees locked. Hands must remain closed on the bar, and no finger-tipping while using straps. Deliberately dropping the bar from the top is a zero.
4. Sandbag to ShoulderDetails ▾
Equipment Allowed
Chalk, Wrist Wraps, Elbow Sleeves, Knee Sleeves, Warmer Shorts, One Soft Belt, One Hard Belt, Competition Grip Shirt
Time Limit
60 seconds
Scoring
Reps
The athlete starts with hands off the bags. Three bags are placed in front of each athlete. On the start command, the athlete picks up a bag and brings it to the shoulder. Once shouldered, a down command is given and the athlete drops the bag. This continues until the stop or time runs out.
5. Stone to Table (4)Details ▾
Equipment Allowed
Tacky, Stone Sleeves, Elbow Sleeves, Knee Sleeves, Warmer Shorts, One Soft Belt, One Hard Belt
Time Limit
60 seconds
Scoring
Time
Loading Table Heights
52″ / 50″ / 46″ / 42″
The athlete starts with hands on the loading table. On the start command, the athlete has 60 seconds to load the stones onto the tables as quickly as possible. If a stone rolls off, it must be loaded again. Hands may not be placed on the table until the stone is on top. A non-comp shirt, grip shirt, or shirtless is allowed for stones. Tacky must be applied and removed in the designated area; failing to do so is an automatic zero.
EVENT WEIGHTS
Events & Weights
All weights in pounds. Circus Dumbbell shows the bell weight on a 10″ (ladies) or 12″ (men) handle. Deadlift Ladder shows Texas Bar / Trap Bar / Silver Dollar 18″. Stone Series shows the four stone weights. Weights are subject to change.
| Division | Circus Dumbbell | Yoke Walk | Deadlift Ladder | Sandbag to Shoulder | Stone Series to Table (4) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Novice Women | 60 on 10″ | 350 | 205, 225, 300 | 100 | 100, 115, 150, 170 |
| Open W LW (132-) | 60 on 10″ | 350 | 205, 225, 300 | 100 | 100, 115, 150, 170 |
| Open W MW (165-) | 75 on 10″ | 375 | 275, 315, 365 | 130 | 115, 150, 170, 200 |
| Open W HW (198-) | 90 on 10″ | 425 | 315, 365, 405 | 170 | 150, 170, 200, 230 |
| Open W SHW (242-) | 100 on 10″ | 475 | 365, 405, 455 | 200 | 170, 200, 230, 265 |
| Open W SHW (+) | 100 on 10″ | 475 | 365, 405, 455 | 220 | 170, 200, 230, 265 |
| Masters Women | 55 on 10″ | 300 | 225, 255, 300 | 130 | 100, 115, 150, 170 |
| Teen W HW (165+) | 40 on 10″ | 275 | 155, 200, 225 | 100 | 100, 115, 150, 170 |
| Teen W LW (165-) | 40 on 10″ | 275 | 155, 200, 225 | 100 | 100, 115, 150, 170 |
| Novice Men | 80 on 12″ | 425 | 315, 365, 405 | 220 | 200, 230, 265, 295 |
| Open M LW (181-) | 115 on 12″ | 475 | 455, 485, 545 | 220 | 230, 265, 295, 330 |
| Open M MW (220-) | 135 on 12″ | 550 | 485, 545, 585 | 260 | 230, 265, 295, 330 |
| Open M HW (242-) | 170 on 12″ | 625 | 545, 585, 635 | 300 | 265, 295, 330, 350 |
| Open M HW (275-) | 170 on 12″ | 625 | 545, 585, 635 | 300 | 265, 295, 330, 350 |
| Open M SHW (308-) | 200 on 12″ | 700 | 585, 635, 675 | 350 | 295, 330, 350, 365 |
| Open M SHW (+) | 200 on 12″ | 700 | 585, 635, 675 | 350 | 295, 330, 350, 365 |
| Masters Men | 120 on 12″ | 425 | 315, 365, 405 | 220 | 150, 170, 200, 230 |
| Teen M HW (220+) | 60 on 12″ | 350 | 275, 315, 365 | 200 | 115, 150, 170, 200 |
| Teen M LW (220-) | 60 on 12″ | 350 | 275, 315, 365 | 200 | 115, 150, 170, 200 |
ORDER OF EVENTS
1. Circus Dumbbell 2. Yoke Walk 3. Deadlift 4. Sandbag to Shoulder 5. Stone to Table
AWARDS
Awards for the top three finishers in each class.
SCHEDULE
Weigh-ins Friday 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM and Saturday 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Competition begins Saturday at 11:00 AM.
CONTEST AND EVENT RULES
The one belt rule: an athlete may wear one soft belt and one hard belt over the soft belt, but may not wear two hard belts.
Equipment allowances are listed per event above.
ENTRY FEES, PAYMENTS & REFUNDS
$100.00 online registration (Early Bird $75.00)
Entries are non-refundable and non-transferable.
COMPETITION SHIRTS
Competition Shirt
One T-shirt provided per athlete. Additional shirts available for purchase.
Buy ShirtBuy UnavailableSPECTATORS
Spectator entry is $10.00 online. Show proof of purchase at the door. Children under 12 get in free.
REGISTRATION
Sign up online through Iron Podium to claim your spot. Walk-up registration may be available on event day while classes still have room.
Register OnlineAthlete spots are limited and capped per event.
SANCTIONED EVENT

Since its inception in 2014, United States Strongman has continually recommitted itself to providing opportunities for athletes to achieve their goals through competition. Everything earned. Part of this commitment is to help create the best atmosphere for our promoters to actively provide these opportunities at local and regional locations, and working with veteran and quality promoters for YOUR USS Nationals competitions. This is prefaced by our motto, “For Athletes, By Athletes,” as USS’s history began with athletes. We appreciate you, and are thankful that you are part of the USS family.
Learn More About USSELIGIBILITY
USS Membership
A current United States Strongman membership is required for every athlete. Purchase or renew yours before competition day so you are cleared to compete.
Get USS MembershipNovice
The entry division for athletes new to strongman. If this is your first time on the competition floor, this is where you start. Choose the bodyweight class that fits you in the Events and Weights chart above.
Amateur
The open competitive division for athletes past their first meet. Compete in the Open bodyweight class that matches you in the Events and Weights chart above.
ORGANIZER
RESULTS
Final standings from Wrath of the Warrior 2024. Athletes are listed in finishing order within each class. Full event-by-event scoring is on Iron Podium.
Novice Women
- 1Rachel Flores
- 2Diana Flores
- 3Aurora Baca
- 4Tabitha Jones
- 5Angel Avalos
- 6Julia Harris
Open W MW (165-)
- 1Edna Ferrer
- 2Amber Spindelman
- 3Jessica Wimberly
- 4Rachel Foss
- 5Natali Flores
- 6Nicole Hernandez
- 7Taylor Aglio
Masters Women
- 1Kelly Aasen
- 2Stacy Esparza
- 3Stephanie Spencer
- 4Carol Hauge
- 5Angela Rodriguez
- 6Delilah Flores
Novice Men
- 1Jordan Harris
- 2Jack Byrnes
- 3Holland Moser
- 4Chris Artley
- 5Justin George
- 6Christopher Harman
- 7Marc Benitez
- 8John Curr
- 9Kasey Krasne
- 10Rodolfo Guigui De La Cruz
- 11Christopher Orozco
- 12Ethan Lee
Open M LW (181-)
- 1Aaron Talavera Curiel
- 2Brandon McMillan
- 3Alonzo Ponce
- 4Cole Collins
- 5Alfredo Arreola
- 6Diego Castro
Open M MW (220-)
- 1Eric King
- 2Anthony Canedo
- 3Breglio Laidler
- 4Joseph Mays
- 5Luke Smith
- 6Mike Skirvin
- 7Ian Edwards
- 8Jason Avalos
Open M HW (275-)
- 1Nate Tharas
- 2Drew Lutes
- 3Chris Gallegos
- 4Taylor Dutcher
- 5Benjamin Christensen
- 6Evan Gamboa
- 7Neal Schulte
- 8Donovan Jones
Open M SHW (308-)
- 1Scott Campbell
- 1Joe Fryer
Open M SHW (+)
- 1Charles Pierce
- 2Jonathan Beck
- 3Landon Whitt
Masters Men
- 1John Whitson
- 2Mark Lagac
- 3Lewis Schilling

