The Sponsored Athlete Program is reserved for Iron Mavericks who consistently represent the values of the team through commitment, trust, leadership, and competitive excellence. Sponsorship isn't requested. It's earned.
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ActiveAugust 2025 – Present
Lily is a competitive powerlifter and former high school athlete who has transitioned into collegiate lifting with Iron Mavericks. She brings a competitive background and a strong work ethic to her training, with her sights set on reaching the national stage.
“I feel like I’m slowly becoming a more empowered and self confident lifter, and Andrew has impacted that a lot so I’m super grateful.”
ActiveSeptember 2025 – Present
Karissa is a competitive powerlifter and former high school wrestler who has transitioned into collegiate lifting with Iron Mavericks. She brings a strong competitive background into the sport and is focused on continuing her development with the goal of reaching the national level.
“Powerlifting helped, but having a great coach helped me get through this semester and not give up.”
ActiveSeptember 2025 – Present
Mieke is a competitive powerlifter developing within Iron Mavericks, focused on building a strong foundation in the sport through consistent training and disciplined progression. As a newer lifter, she is committed to improving her performance over time with the goal of reaching the national level.
“It really helps to have someone keep me on track with my lifts and push me when I need to.”
ActiveOctober 2025 – Present
Isabella is a former high school and collegiate wrestler who came to the program burnt out and looking for purpose. Nearly a year later, she is confident and strong, preparing for her first powerlifting meet.
“It has been great working with you Andrew. It is great to have a mentor like you to help guide me through my goals.”
FormerState Record HolderAugust 2025 – August 2026
Marissa is a competitive powerlifter and former high school wrestler who transitioned into collegiate lifting at Colorado Mesa University. She has quickly established herself on the platform, holding the Colorado state bench press record in the T3 52kg class, and continues to build toward competing at the national level.
“I have definitely improved a lot because of your training and you’re patient and understanding about a lot but also know how to push me to do my best.”
FormerMarch 2026 – May 2026
Ivan is a competitive powerlifter known for his high-level strength and focus on performance. He approaches training with intensity and intent, continually pushing his limits on the platform as he works toward breaking state records.
“You showed me the potential I have if I keep going.”
All current Iron Mavericks student-athlete members are eligible to apply. Sponsored Athletes are selected throughout the year based on their commitment to the team, not simply their performance on the platform.
Show up, log the work, and stay accountable to the training process week after week.
Open communication, willingness to take feedback, and trust in the plan.
Carry the standards and values of Iron Mavericks on and off the platform.
Current Iron Mavericks student-athletes can apply through the Top Set application form. Selection is based on training consistency, communication, coachability, and alignment with the values of the program.
