Congratulations to Salem junior Colton Rodgers who competed in his first ever power lifting event over the weekend at McKendree University after starting his lifting journey a year ago. He lifted 953 pounds in his 75 kg weight class and that qualified him for High School Nationals.
Rodgers Qualifies For HS Nationals In First Ever Competition
WJBD Staff
Feb 24, 2025 | 6:47 AM
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