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March 10, 2026
Lister secures state championship berth; Bandera High School girls powerlifting shines at regional meet
By Nicole Flowers
Bandera ISD Athletic Directors Administrative Assistant
The Bandera High School girls powerlifting team traveled to the Bert Ogden Arena on March 3 to compete in the THSWPA Region 5 Championships. Facing the top lifters in the region, the Lady Bulldogs delivered a standout performance highlighted by personal records and a State-qualifying finish.
Lister Punches Ticket to State
Junior Ruby Lister led the charge for Bandera, securing a 2nd Place silver medal in a tightly contested divisional battle, missing the top spot by a mere 15 pounds. Lister posted an elite 925 lb. total, featuring a personal best 415 lb. squat, a 175 lb. bench press, and a 335 lb. deadlift. By hitting the state-qualifying total and finishing on the podium, Lister has officially advanced to the THSWPA State Championships.
Regional Standouts
The Lady Bulldogs saw impressive growth across the roster at the regional level:
Ruby Lister will return to Edinburg during Spring Break to represent Bandera at the State Championships. The coaching staff expressed immense pride in the team's dedication and the "PR-heavy" performance at the regional meet.
Lister Punches Ticket to State
Junior Ruby Lister led the charge for Bandera, securing a 2nd Place silver medal in a tightly contested divisional battle, missing the top spot by a mere 15 pounds. Lister posted an elite 925 lb. total, featuring a personal best 415 lb. squat, a 175 lb. bench press, and a 335 lb. deadlift. By hitting the state-qualifying total and finishing on the podium, Lister has officially advanced to the THSWPA State Championships.
Regional Standouts
The Lady Bulldogs saw impressive growth across the roster at the regional level:
- Emily VanDeWalle: Finished 7th overall with a 620 lb. total. VanDeWalle set personal records in every category, including a 235 lb. squat, 135 lb. bench, and a 250 lb. deadlift.
- Eva Le: Finished 6th overall with a 505 lb. total. Le’s performance was highlighted by a 215 lb. squat and a personal best 185 lb. deadlift.
Ruby Lister will return to Edinburg during Spring Break to represent Bandera at the State Championships. The coaching staff expressed immense pride in the team's dedication and the "PR-heavy" performance at the regional meet.