Motor City Summer Slam '26

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~~~ WAITLIST / RESERVE ATHLETE REGISTRATION ~~~ Summer Slam is officially SOLD OUT! We have opened 3 Reserve Athlete spots for competitors who would still like the opportunity to participate should a registered athlete withdraw before the meet. Please note: - Reserve registration does not guarantee a spot in the competition. - We are capped at 45 athletes and reserve athletes will be offered available spots in the order they register if cancellations occur. - If a spot does not become available, your registration fee will be fully refunded after registration closes. We appreciate your interest and will communicate with reserve athletes as soon as any openings become available. ----- Our 5th Annual Summer Slam is set to be bigger than ever! We invite all youth and adult athletes from across the Midwest to step onto the platform and see who will be crowned the King and Queen of Summer Slam. This event also serves as a last-chance qualifier for the Michigan State Championships, giving athletes one final opportunity to hit their totals. Awards will be given for Best Youth, Open, and Masters lifters across age and gender groups. Including special recognition for best overall Male and Female lifter. AWARDS TO BE GIVEN: - BANNERS AND CA$H to best Overall Male and Female lifters - BEST LIFTER NAMES ETCHED TO THE SUMMER SLAM CROWN - Hand Crafted Wooden Medals to top lifters of age/gender groups - Onyx Straps discount codes, gift cards, and more - Additional gift cards and prizes from our top notch sponsors! Event Sponsors: - Sabbath Coffee Roasters - Onyx Weightlifting - Balance Physical Therapy - And more to come! Registration is NOW OPEN - for more information on sponsors and event details - follow us on Instagram @motorcitybarbellclub! Any questions, please email motorcitybarbell@gmail.com! *Weight Class Notice: All athletes will compete under the new IWF weight categories effective August 1, 2026. New weight categories can be seen below: https://www.usaweightlifting.org/news/2025/november/04/iwf-adjusts-bodyweight-categories-sets-categories-for-la2028