SunBird Resident Wins Gold Medal in Powerlifting Event

Frank Principati of Augusta Drive took first place in the deadlift in his age and weight class. The event was held at the Die Hard Gym in Peoria, Ariz., on March 28 and 29. Frank’s best lift of 252 pounds was a new record in the 75-80 age class and the body weight of 123 pounds. Frank hopes to qualify for the International Powerlifting Event to be held in November, in Hawaii.