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The Association of Former Aggie Powerlifters

	Ashley Awalt Class of 2006 B.S., Biomedical Sciences, Nutrition TAMU Post Bach. Student (B.S. Chemical Eng) College Station, TX Member 2003 – 2005, 2008 – present Weight Class: 114, 123 President 2004 – 2005 Assistant Coach 2009 – present	Best Squat: Best Bench: Best Deadlift: Best Total:	418 275 385 1041	lb lb lb lb
A phenom, Ashley Awalt began her athletic career at Texas A&M on the varsity softball team. After competing in both softball and powerlifting her freshman year, she switched to powerlifting exclusively as a sophomore. She won Collegiate, Junior, and Open National Championships and represented Team USA at the IPF Junior World Championships in 2004 and 2005. She won silver in 2005 and set a world bench press record of 275.5 pounds in the 123-pound class. After a short break, Ashley began lifting again in 2008 and won the highest payout of all the powerlifting events at the 2009 Arnold Sports Festival. She currently serves the Texas A&M Powerlifting team as Assistant Coach and Team Dietician.
	Justin Baker Class of 2008 Member 2008 Weight Class: 148	Best Squat: Best Bench: Best Deadlift: Best Total:	(coming soon…)	lb lb lb lb

	Tony Cardella Class of 1999 Member 1996 – 2000 Weight Class: 275 President 1998 – 2000 Coach 1998 – 2000 Computer Programmer, SAIC Houston, TX	A&M: Best Squat: Best Bench: Best Deadlift: Best Total: Lifetime: Best Squat: Best Bench: Best Deadlift: Best Total:	760 512 815 1977 859 622 826 2254	lb lb lb lb lb lb lb lb
Since his time at Texas A&M in the latter half of the 90′s, Tony Cardella has become a household name in powerlifting. While at A&M, Tony not only lifted, but also led the organization as both President and Coach. He has multiple Collegiate and Junior National Championships, he was Open National Champion in 2001 and from 2003 to 2007, and he represented Team USA at IPF Worlds from 1998 to 2007. In 2007, he won the IPF World Championship, becoming the first American to win the 275-lb class since Kirk Karwoski in 1996. He now trains in Houston, TX, but keeps a close association with the A&M team. We are grateful for all his help!
	Shannon Eliasson Class of 2008 B.S., Biomedical Engineering Member 2007 – 2008 Weight Class: 148 Risk Management Officer 2007 Texas Tech Med Student Lubbock, TX	Best Squat: Best Bench: Best Deadlift: Best Total:	314 165 292 771	lb lb lb lb
Senior Plaque Inscription: You started completely from scratch and became a real competitor. You tie-dyed socks, inspired the Robert show, gave Jake credibility, and couldn’t keep your hands, thoughts, or germs off of Dustin. If only you would have had more time with us! Already, though, your dedication and hard work have forever changed both you and the team. Best of luck in medical school and don’t forget to have fun sometimes!
	Taylor Garrett Class of 2003 B.S., Marketing Member 2007 – 2009 Weight Class: 181, 198 Secretary 2007 – 2008 Treasurer 2009 Sales Representative, Sewell Infiniti Houston, TX	Best Squat: Best Bench: Best Deadlift: Best Total:	540 473 556 1444	lb lb lb lb
Senior Plaque Inscription: In recognition for your service as Secretary and Treasurer, where you raised our expectation for the position and allowed us to start improving our facility. Even more so, you brought color and intensity to the team. Whether you were inspiring people, cracking them up, or driving them crazy, your presence was always felt and we’ll sure miss you! Don’t stop lifting until you’re Bench World Champion, and whatever you do, add a “1” to it!
	Kassey Hubbard Class of 2003 Member 2007 – 2009 Weight Class: 198, 181 Educator and Coach, San Angelo Christian Academy San Angelo, TX	Best Squat: Best Bench: Best Deadlift: Best Total:	319 176 319 815	lb lb lb lb
Senior Plaque Inscription: You have been a model of dedication and can-do spirit. You attended more practices, events, and meets than most people and you did it as a mom. You have been a true teammate and have become my go-to girl for instructing new lifters. Congratulations on graduating and on achieving your goal of losing weight and living a healthier lifestyle. Hopefully J.C. didn’t pick up too many bad habits at the gym!
	Randy Johnson Class of 2009 B.S., Management and Business Member 2005 – 2008 Weight Class: 198, 242 Treasurer 2006 – 2008 Meet Coach 2006 – 2008 UT Law Student Austin, TX	Best Squat: Best Bench: Best Deadlift: Best Total:	523 429 551 1444	lb lb lb lb
Senior Plaque Inscription: In recognition of your service as Treasurer and creator of the now-annual Aggie Invitational, your crucial role in building the new team, and the fact that you always have the best jokes. Texas A&M Powerlifting would not be what it is today without your contributions and efforts! You’ve grown from Viking to professional. Now it’s time for you to pop one off in the real world! Best of luck in law school!
	Jeff Scaparra Class of 2006 M.S., Computer Science B.S., Computer Science Member 2003 – 2007 Weight Class: 198, 220 Role Model 2006 – 2009 Meet Coach 2008 Computer Programmer, Department of Defense Virginia	Best Squat: Best Bench: Best Deadlift: Best Total:	611 385 633 1631	lb lb lb lb
Jeff Scaparra’s membership spanned the transition of the team from the era of Wade Hooper, circa 2002 – 2005, to the current era of Cort Spellman, which began in 2006. As a leader and role model both inside and outside the gym, Jeff played a large role in establishing the team as the successful, unified orgnization that it is today. Jeff graduated from A&M with his B.S. in Computer Science in 2007 and then with his M.S. in Computer Science in 2009. He also led Texas A&M’s 2007 National Championship DefCon Cybersecurity Team, and helped direct the event in 2008. Today he is a computer programmer with the Department of Defense.
	Robert Sheets Class of 2009 M.S., Mechanical Engineering Member 2007 – 2008 Weight Class: 275, 275+ Engineer, Dresser-Rand Houston, TX	Best Squat: Best Bench: Best Deadlift: Best Total:	589 385 562 1526	lb lb lb lb
Senior Plaque Inscription: First and foremost, you are incredibly loyal and giving, always willing to help your team. Be it your time, your truck, your house, or your expertise, the answer has always been, “Yes.” You were always up for a debate, whether about politics, religion, or tea, but once you got to the gym you were all about getting your work done. From your adventures with Dustin to ordering Dr. Pepper by the pitcher to being the master of turbomachinery, you are the one-and-only SHEEEEEETS!
	Leigh Tullis Class of 2008 B.S., Social Work Member 2007-2008 Weight Class: 198+ Phlebotomist Russellville, AR	Best Squat: Best Bench: Best Deadlift: Best Total:	297 165 275 738	lb lb lb lb
Senior Plaque Inscription: You balanced a fierce, competitive spirit with a heart of gold, making you all business on the platform and all giggles when doing anything else. You have been a true teammate, lifting hard when you were able and helping everyone else when you were injured. And let’s never forget how much you enjoy having your knees wrapped. Best of luck in everything you do, and always remember you have a team that cares about you!
	James Weinert Class of 2008 B.S., Computer Science Member 2007 – 2008 Weight Class: 132 Computer Programmer, HP Houston, TX	Best Squat: Best Bench: Best Deadlift: Best Total:	(coming soon…)	lb lb lb lb

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