General Information

Spectator tickets, merch, and media information is available on the Surge Legacy event hub.

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Athlete Information & Meet Format

Federation

This is a sanctioned USA Powerlifting (USAPL) competition conducted under current federation rules.

All lifters must have an active USAPL membership by the time of weigh-ins. Memberships can be obtained at usapowerlifting.com.

Athlete Cap

The field is limited to 54 lifters to maintain an efficient schedule, protect competitive quality, and deliver a professional meet-day experience.

Meet Schedule & Session Format

The official session schedule is available and estimated flights here: LiftingCast 

Minor adjustments may occur to support balanced flights and the best possible competition experience.

Session 1 – Morning

Begins at 9:00 AM

• All Women

• Teen Men

• Lighter Junior and Collegiate Men

Session 2 – Afternoon

Begins at 2:00 PM

• Heavier Junior and Collegiate Men

• Open Men

• Masters Men

Divisions are grouped intentionally to promote fair competition, balanced flights, and an efficient competition day.

Weigh-Ins and Equipment Check-In

Two-hour weigh-ins will be conducted on meet day, in accordance with USAPL rules.

Session 1

• Equipment check opens at 6:00 AM

• Weigh-ins begin at 7:00 AM

• Lifting begins at 9:00 AM

Session 2

• Equipment check opens at 11:00 AM

• Weigh-ins begin at approximately 12:00 PM

• Lifting begins at 2:00 PM

Athletes are encouraged to arrive early to allow sufficient time for equipment check and weigh-ins.

Meet Day Information

Equipment Check

All athletes must complete equipment check prior to weigh-ins.

Please bring a valid photo ID and an active USAPL membership. Digital membership cards are accepted.

All items worn on the platform must be inspected for compliance with current USAPL rules, including:

• Mandatory: Singlet, T-Shirt, Belt, Deadlift Socks, Shoes

• Any additional equipment you intend to wear while lifting including - Belt, Knee Sleeves or Wraps, Wrist Wraps, Headband

Platform Equipment

The competition will be conducted using USAPL-approved equipment.

• Texas Combo Rack for squats and bench

• Ohio Power Bar for squat, bench press, and deadlift

Deadlift Song Requests and Updates

Athletes may submit and update their deadlift song directly using the official Google Sheet linked below.

Surge Legacy Deadlift Songs

Instructions:

• Enter your song in your designated row only.

• Include Song Title + Artist exactly as it appears.

• You may update your song at any time prior to your flight’s deadlift rotation.

Important:

• Whatever song is listed in the sheet at the time your flight begins deadlifts is the version that will be played.

• We will not take verbal requests or last-minute changes at the scoring table.

  
  

Awards

Awards will be presented to the top three finishers in each weight class across all divisions.

Coaches, Food & Media Information

Coaches Passes

Coaches must have an official Coaches Pass to access restricted areas including the warm-up room, bullpen, and platform access for their athlete. Coaches Passes are sold online in advance.

Pricing increases significantly at the door to ensure a professional and controlled environment, only credentialed coaches will be permitted backstage access.

Coaches may purchase passes through the Surge Legacy Ticket Page.

Food & On-Site Vendors

A taco truck and macro-friendly meal options will be available on-site throughout the day.

Outside food is permitted.

Photography & Media

Official event photography will be available.

Athletes and spectators are welcome to take photos from designated spectator areas.

Anyone operating professional camera equipment or seeking platform or warm-up room access must purchase an official Media Pass in advance.

Media credentials are limited and subject to approval.