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Menlo Weightlifting members shine at American Open Series, set sights on Don Wilson Golden West Open

Menlo Weightlifting members shine at American Open Series, set sights on Don Wilson Golden West Open

Key points:

  • Menlo Weightlifting competed at the American Open Series hosted by USA Weightlifting in Pleasanton, CA
  • Ryan Padron earned Bronze in the 73 kg weight class and became part of the clean plate club
  • Upcoming competition for the team is the Don Wilson Golden West Open in San Rafael, California on November 1, 2023

Menlo Weightlifting had a strong showing at the American Open Series hosted by USA Weightlifting. Sophomore Ryan Padron earned a Bronze medal in the 73 kg weight class with impressive performances in both the snatch and clean and jerk. Other Menlo lifters also had strong performances, including Fonz Ortega, Bryan Amaral, Jared Ambrosio, and head coach Karl Reyes. The team is now preparing for the upcoming Don Wilson Golden West Open in November.

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