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27 - Keystone Cup
2027 Powerlifting America Keystone Cup
Sanction
#: 2027-PA-01
Host:
PurePowerlifting LLC in partnership with the Penn State
Powerlifting Team
Event Overview
| Detail | Information |
| Date | Saturday, January 30, 2027 |
| Sanction | Powerlifting America (Sanction # 2027-PA-01) |
| Location | Lionheart Gym, Downtown State College, PA |
| Divisions | Full Power & Bench-Only (Open, Junior, Sub-Junior, Masters) |
| Primary Entry Fee | $120 (includes official meet t-shirt) |
| Additional Divisions | $35 per crossover division (e.g., Open + Masters) |
| Eligibility | Active 2027 Powerlifting America membership required |
| Meet Director | Steve Mann (steve@purepowerlifting.com) |
Final
session assignments, flight allocations, and lifting rosters
will be posted on LiftingCast after registration closes.
Morning Session
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Weigh-ins & Equipment Check: 7:00 AM – 8:30 AM
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Athlete Briefing: 8:30 AM
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Lifting Commences: 9:00 AM
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Awards Presentation: Immediately following the session
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Weigh-ins & Equipment Check: 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
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Athlete Briefing: 1:30 PM
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Lifting Commences: 2:00 PM
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Awards Presentation: Immediately following the session
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Entry Fee & Apparel: The $120 primary registration covers entry into your primary division and one official Keystone Cup competitor shirt (select sizing during checkout). Additional crossover divisions are $35 each.
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Roster Cap: Athlete capacity is strictly capped to ensure efficient platform flow and timetable adherence. Once maximum capacity is hit, registration locks immediately.
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Membership Verification: Lifters must show an active 2027 Powerlifting America digital membership card (via Sport:80) alongside a government-issued photo ID at weigh-in.
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Refund Policy: All entry fees are non-refundable and non-transferable under all circumstances.
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Rulebook: Conducted under official IPF and Powerlifting America technical rules.
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Approved Equipment: All personal lifting gear—including singlets, t-shirts, deadlift socks, belts, wrist wraps, and knee sleeves—must appear on the active IPF Approved Equipment List.
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Coaches & Handlers: Due to warm-up room capacity, each registered lifter is granted access for one designated coach/handler in the warm-up and staging areas.
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Location: Lionheart Gym is situated in downtown State College, directly accessible to dining, hotels, and walking distance from the Penn State University campus.
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Spectator Admission: $10 per person at the door (cash and digital payments accepted; children 12 and under admitted free).
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Parking Options:
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Metered street parking along Sowers St, E. College Ave, and E. Beaver Ave.
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Downtown covered parking decks within walking distance:
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Beaver Avenue Garage: 200 W Beaver Ave, State College, PA 16801
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Pugh Street Garage: 112 E Pugh St, State College, PA 16801
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Scoring Platform: Live flight progression, attempts, and platform scoring will be broadcast real-time on LiftingCast. The direct tracking link will be published on meet week.