2027 USAPL Kentucky State Championships (KY-2027-01)

[REGISTRATION LINK]

  • Registration opens on October 6th is for Kentucky residents only (Kentucky address shown on your USAPL membership).
  • Out-of-state Lifters: can sign-up after November 5th and will be lifting in the Guest division

Date & Location: February 6, 2027 at Kaged Barbell (27 W Broadway, Winchester, KY)

Platform: One platform, two sessions (AM & PM)

General Meet Standards

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  • This is a State-Level meet where American Records may be set.
  • All officials are National or International-level referees.
  • No jury will be present. Questions/concerns go to platform referees.
  • Video evidence is not accepted for overturns at USAPL meets.
  • Lifters must be familiar with USAPL rules and standards.
  • Zero tolerance for Code of Conduct violations toward staff, lifters, teams, or coaches.

1. Roster

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[Link will be available once registration opens]

  • Sessions and flights are assigned by weight class and division.
  • The "Team" section on LiftingCast is only for USAPL-registered teams/clubs and university teams.

2. Schedule (tentative)

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 Optional but recommended Early Equipment Check: Friday, February 5 | 6:30PM–7:30 PM (see Check-in process), Equipment check only (no weigh-in).

Saturday, 02/06 - Morning Session

  • Check-in & Equipment Check: 6:30 AM
  • Weigh-in: 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM (openers required before weigh-in)
  • Lifting: 9:00 AM – ~12:45 PM (Awards after)

Saturday, 02/06 - Afternoon Session

  • Check-in & Equipment Check: 12:30 PM
  • Weigh-in: 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM (openers required before weigh-in)
  • Lifting: 3:00 PM – ~7:00 PM (Awards after)

3. Check-in Process

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  • Present USAPL ID + valid photo ID (birth certificate, school ID, or passport if no driver’s license).
  • Show referees all platform equipment. Equipment Checklist [Click Here]
  • Weigh-ins follow LOT# order (see roster), not first-come-first-serve.

4. Admission / Parking / Hotel info

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  • $15 per person at the door (applies for everyone including spectators & coaches). $10 for those wear a Kaged Barbell shirt to the meet.
  • Free: Registered lifters in this meet.
  • Parking Map:

Partnered Hotel:

Holiday Inn Express (Winchester). They are located about 5 minutes from the gym, offer free parking, a free hot breakfast, and has a few food options within walking distance. Here is the link to book ( Kaged Barbell Hotel Link ).

5. Rules & Resources

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6. Meet Media

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7. Rack Heights

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  • TSS Combo Racks will be used.
  • Submit rack heights here: [Link TBA]
  • Do not enter "0," "No," "None," or "N/A" for bench safety heights.
  • If unsure, set rack heights at check-in or early equipment check.
  • Rack Height Instructions [Click Here]

8. Warm-up Area & Waiver

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  • Non-USAPL coaches/handlers must either obtain a membership or sign the required USAPL Waiver [HERE].
  • Photographers/videographers must remain in the audience area.
  • Violations = disqualification.

9. Guest Lifters

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  • Out-of-state lifters compete in the Guest Lifter Division.
  • Guest lifters are not eligible for standard awards.
  • Guest lifters may set State & American Records and earn National qualifying totals.
  • Awards based on DOTS points.

10. Cancellations, Withdrawals & Weight Class Changes

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Review our Cancellation Policy [HERE] and submit cancellations using the official form on the same page.

Weight class changes can also be submitted through the same website form.