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Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 2:10 PM

Chaps, Lady Chaps start season strong

Chaps, Lady Chaps start season strong
Aubrey Lady Chaps power lifter Presley Howard prepares for liftoff during a deadlift attempt as head coach Ron Gathright cheers her on at the Iron Cat Invitational on Jan. 15. Photo Courtesy of Dana Fikes

The Aubrey Chaparrals girls and boys powerlifting team opened the 2026 season with a strong showing at the Iron Cat Classic Invitational meet hosted in Sherman on Jan. 15.

The Lady Chaps had 15 participants in the events and finished second overall, with a team total of 50 points.

Matiana Walter won silver in the 97-pound weight class, lifting a total of 620 pounds.

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