Member of the Month-June
By Eric Todd
I have grown bored. For quite some time, we have seen the same names come up over and over for lifter of the month. I received more of these accolades than I probably deserved. While the top lifters are the face of our organization, they are not necessarily the backbone. From very back in my days in strongman, I knew it was much more favorable to be a lifter than a promoter, a judge or a spotter/loader. With that being said, I have decided to change this designation from athlete of the month to member of the month. It may be a lifter who has shined, but it may be for any of a number of other contributions as well. The lifters will always be recognized with trophies and medals at local meets, championships, national and worlds meets. It is time to start recognizing the unsung heroes as well. The member of the month of June 2023 goes to Clint Poore. I am choosing him not only due to his win at the Hackendinnie classic, but due to his being an ambassador for the organization. He traveled from Kentucky to Missouri and Kansas in order to complete his practical training sessions on the way to becoming a certified official. Not only did he sanction a meet in an unsettled territory, he had a great turnout and is on way to making Kentucky a hotbed of USAWA activity. He has been a huge contributor to our increased membership. Clint may very well be part of the future of the USAWA, and is well deserving of the title Member of the Month of June. Congrats!