‘Take Back the Power’ powerlifting competition planned for July 19
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POLSON — Polson High School is the hosting venue for the USPA drug tested “Take Back the Power” event. This will be the third year that Glacier Old Dawgs Powerlifting has brought the United States Powerlifting Association/USPA competition to the Flathead Reservation.
Our goal for this powerlifting competition is to offer a healthier alternative to opioid/fentanyl and other illicit drug use here on the Flathead reservation. Glacier Old Dawgs Powerlifting is here to demonstrate to today’s youth that through powerlifting anyone can achieve a healthy lifestyle if they are willing to work for it.
“Take Back the Power” says exactly what it means, explains event organizer Scott Sciaretta. Sciaretta holds powerlifting records and championships at the state, national, and international levels, and organizes multiple powerlifting meets each year across the state. As a retired drug detective with the Lake County Sheriff’s Office, Sciaretta has seen firsthand the devastating effects of drug use for individuals and the community at large. “We as a society need to strive to overcome all forms of addiction and the power that they can hold over us. Powerlifting is more than just a competition involving three tests of strength (squat, bench, deadlift). To be successful in powerlifting, an individual must be able to balance the proper mindset, work ethic, and competitiveness,” he said. “These same traits are exactly what’s needed to fight off addiction.”
“The powerlifting community is also an immense family there to support each other at every meet,” he added. “Take Back the Power has grown with each passing year, and unlike other traditional school sports, powerlifting continues beyond high school, open to all ages. Come out to Polson High School on Saturday, July 19 and show your support for our athletes.”
The event gets underway at 9 a.m. and continues into the afternoon. Cost is $15 at door, or $5 for students with I.D. For more information, contact Sciaretta at 406-249-1672.
