Jacksonville Weightlifting Heads to 2025 AO Finals and Masters Worlds

Jacksonville Strength is proud to announce that a talented team of athletes will be competing at the 2025 USAW American Open Finals and the 2025 United Masters Weightlifting Federation (UMWF) World Championships, taking place December 5–8 in Daytona, FL.

These events bring together top lifters from across the country and around the world, and we’re proud to have a roster that reflects the depth, dedication, and competitive spirit of our Jacksonville Strength community.

Team Roster

• Ella Bays

• Caden Cahoy

• Lydia Diggs

• Mariel Duffy

• Kirin Hampton

• Samuel Lewis

• Kimmiann Porter

• Annalee Seek

• Emma Simms

• Julia Smith

• Luc Spalding

• Abigail Teper

• Jennifer Thomas

• Vicente Trovao

Each of these athletes brings their own story, strengths, and goals to the platform. From seasoned competitors to rising talent, they’ve all put in the disciplined training and consistent work required to compete at this level, a testament to the culture of commitment at Jacksonville Strength.

Why This Matters

For our gym, this isn’t just about medals or records but also about growth, resilience, and representing the values that define Jacksonville Strength. These competitions provide invaluable experience, from handling meet-day pressure to building confidence under the bar. They also strengthen the bonds within our team, reminding us that while lifting is individual, the journey is shared.

Watch Live

You'll be able to watch the competition live by tuning in to the USAW Live Stream. Check the start list below to track Jacksonville Weightlifting athletes and find their schedule:

• Click here to watch live.

• Find your athlete on the start list.

• Spectator & athlete information

We’re excited to cheer on our athletes as they take this next step and proud to see them represent Jacksonville Strength on national and international stages.

Stronger together. Stronger every day.