Plaquemine native leads pack in in women’s powerlifting meet for NSU

Northwestern State University powerlifters Ja’Leigha Gray of Plaquemine and Keith Wade of Belle Rose were standouts in their first collegiate competition at the USA Powerlifting Capital City Classic in Baton Rouge.  

Gray placed first in the Women’s Equipped Open Division, 56kg Weight Class with a personal record of 85 kg (185 pounds). Wade also had a personal record of 145 kg (315 pounds). 

“I am very proud of both lifters for their hard work and dedication,” said Powerlifting Club Head Coach Maya Lucas. “Not only were they able to place in their first meet, but they achieved new personal records, which is a major win in itself. I am very proud of them and can’t wait to see what the rest of the semester holds for the team.”  

The next meet for the powerlifting team will be USA Powerlifting Collegiate Nationals on April 9-12 in Kenner. 

For more information or to join the NSU Powerlifting Team, contact Lucas at lucasma@nsula.edu.