LIFTER OF THE MONTH, FEBRUARY 2026, ISAAC BANKENS
February featured the 2026 Bayou Beast Bash and the Ground to Overhead Challenge. Results from the USAWA Club Championships are still pending. Isaac Bankens earned lifter of the month with his amazing 397-pound total at the Bayou Beast Bash which was good enough to win the Junior Men category and was in the mix in the overall standings.
Following the competition, Isaac went on to perform a 361-pound Dinnie Lift and 300-pound Kennedy lift.
Isaac also competes in grip sport and shows a level of sportsmanship and poise that makes you forget he is only 12 years old.
Congratulations Isaac!
Do you know a USAWA member who should be recognized as lifter of the month? Send nominations to the acting Secretary at usawasec@gmail.com