Princeton powerlifters who qualified for the THSWPA Class 6A state meet are (from left) Melanie Soto Ramirez, Astryd Espinoza, Aubrey Arredondo, Favour Akubuogo, and Sydnee Simmons. Photo courtesy Kesley Willsie

By David Wolman

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Princeton has qualified five lifters for the Texas High School Women’s Powerlifting Association Class 6A state meet.

Aubrey Arredondo was crowned Region 6-6A champion in the 105-pound weight class at Prosper High School last Thursday after a dominant performance. She posted a total of 725 pounds in the bench press, deadlift and squat.

Astryd Espinoza captured second place in the 132-pound weight class with a total of 825 pounds. Earning a qualifying berth in the 165-pound weight class was Favour Akubuogo, who placed fourth with an 835-pound total.

Sydnee Simmons qualified for state in the 181-pound class, finishing fourth with an 850-pound total.

Meanwhile, Melanie Soto Ramirez was one of six lifters in the 123-pound class to qualify for the 6A state meet. She placed sixth with a 740-pound total.

Arredondo and Soto Ramirez are returning state qualifiers.