PLAINS, TX – The Lockney Powerlifting teams turned in strong performances at the Plains Invitational held Jan. 29 in Plains, Texas, with both the boys and girls squads earning top overall finishes against a competitive field.
The Lockney girls team placed fifth overall, highlighted by several individual champions. Jasmine Gonzales captured first place in the 97-pound weight class, while Siya Salazar earned first place in the 123-pound class. Carly Wright continued the success with a first-place finish in the 132-pound division, and Zaibrea Calderon rounded out the girls’ results by placing third in the 220-pound class.
On the boys’ side, the Lockney boys team finished third overall, showcasing depth across multiple weight classes. Ryan Casillas led the way with a third-place finish in the 132-pound class. In the 148-pound division, Kason Villarreal placed fourth, X’zavien Bernal finished eighth, and Josiah Rosales earned sixth place. Caycen Wright added a seventh-place finish in the 165-pound class, while Joseph Nunez placed eighth in the same division.
Additional highlights included Noah Perez finishing fifth in the 181-pound class, Esaiel Nunez claiming first place in the 198-pound division, and Julius Rosales earning second place in that same weight class. Carson Pritchard added a fifth-place finish in the 220-pound class, and Edward Longoria closed out the meet with a second-place finish in the 275-pound division.
Overall, it was a successful meet for the Lockney powerlifters, with strong individual performances contributing to solid team finishes.
“It was a great meet for our teams. Great job, Longhorns and Lady Longhorns. Thank you to all parents and fans for coming out and supporting our kids,” the program shared following the event.
