Sonny’s XVI WABDL on 6/28/20 has been postponed until further notice
From Jocelyn Ronolo “As Sonny’s WABDL takes heeds to the safe and responsible approach, Sonny’s XVI WABDL on 6/28/20 has been postponed until further notice. At this time, FAMILY & HEALTH is...
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Ray Katayama (Mr. Mohawk) Dec. 5, 1940 – May 23, 2020
Ray Katayama Mr. Mohawk Dec. 5, 1940 – May 23, 2020 Our beloved friend and lifter, Ray Katayama passed away on Saturday, May 23 at the age of 79. He belonged to group of senior weight lifters called...
View ArticleUrgent update on COVID-19, Flu Season and WABDL Meets
Urgent update on COVID-19, Flu Season and WABDL MeetsUrgent update on COVID-19, Flu Season and WABDL Meets WABDL as formed a task force to monitor the progress of the COVID-19 virus also known as the...
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About Jeff Peshek from Gus Rethwisch
Jeff Peshek – Age 56 Born May 21, 1963 – Died November 26, 2019 Jeff Peshek was the epitome of the ‘gentle giant’ – 6’0 – 275lbs and built like a Greek God. He was a very soft spoken, humble, world...
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Ek’s Fight Against ALS – click thru to support Tom Ekenberg
~from Mark Jamey Mauldin I know many of you know and or remember Tom Ekenberg. He’s in our Hall of Fame. Tom is suffering from ALS. His Dad passed from that terrible disease. His daughter Jamie asked...
View ArticleWABDL Worlds 2019 Meet Report
Click thru to access the WABDL Worlds 2019 Meet Report. CLICK HERE FOR MEET REPORT
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Al’s passion was coaching lifters – Al Stork, July 2, 1953 – February 8, 2020
Al Stork July 2, 1953 – Feb 8, 2020 Al’s passion was coaching lifters. He had great success over the last 12 years that I knew him. His greatest pupil, Karen Campbell, is the greatest female bencher in...
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Dr. Frank Hammer passed away Friday, January 3, 2020
I am truly heartbroken to announce that my good friend Dr. Frank Hammer passed away Friday, January 3, 2020. The man I had come to love and call a friend was humble and truly giving. Extremely...
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Pulling their weight: Sutherlin’s Berriman trio, friends excel at regional...
~Courtesy of The News Review, Roseburg, OR SUTHERLIN — It was a family affair for the Berrimans during a recent powerlifting competition in Medford. Sutherlin resident Nick Berriman, 43, was a member...
View ArticleSonnyʻs VII HI Island WABDL on 2/14/21, cancelled due to COVID
WABDL UPDATE: For your safety and the safety of your loved ones, Sonnyʻs WABDL Committee has decided to cancel Sonnyʻs VII HI Island WABDL on 2/14/21, due to COVID and itsʻ uncertainties. Hawaiiʻs next...
View ArticleDeadlifts – Cody Carpenter 777.1, Brad Gillingham 705.5!
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Date(s) and Venue for WABDL Worlds 2021 Announced!
WABDL Worlds 2021 will be held on November 9th, 2021 thru November 14th, 2021 at the Peppermill in Reno NV. More details in the coming months. The 2021 Schedule of Events will be forthcoming. Gus is...
View ArticleSonny’s XVI WABDL scheduled for 7/11/21, remains “ON HOLD” pending COVID-19...
UPDATE: As of 3/1/21, Sonny’s XVI WABDL scheduled for 7/11/21, at Neal S. Blaisdell Exhibition Hall remains “ON HOLD” pending COVID-19 guidelines from CDC, State of Hawaii and City & County of...
View ArticleWABDL Membership Application must now be done online via our Website.
WABDL membership cards for current members renewing their annual membership and new members joining the federation, will now purchase their WABDL membership card on-line at www.wabdl.org . You MUST...
View ArticleCanceled Meets
Gus just called to let me know that three meets have been canceled: June 19 – Salt Lake City, UT July 11 – Honolulu, HI August 7 – Sacramento, CA
View ArticleAn update to online membership purchase
FROM GUS: We prefer cards be purchased online; however, if that isn’t convenient for you, you may download the application from the website and mailing it to Gus, or send the fee in with the entry....
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Thomas Warren Ekenberg April 14, 1949 – March 2, 2020
Tom was inducted into the WABDL Hall of Fame in 2012. He had set over 50 World Records and won 7 World Championships in Bench Press and 8 in Deadlift. He still holds World Records in 61-67/259 in...
View ArticleSonny’s III Throwdown and Sonny’s XVI Meets have been postponed/canceled...
To our WABDL Hawaii Powerlifting Ohana: Due to the unfortunate circumstances surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic, necessary precautions are being taken to keep our staff, lifters, and spectators safe. It...
View ArticleIMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT FROM GUS
IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT FROM GUS regarding WABDL Worlds: July 27, 2021 My Fellow Lifters, Due to the Pandemic and its subsequent devastation to my meets in several states like Hawaii, Minnesota,...
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