2026 APO Madd Mike Lives Meet

MADD MIKE LIVES – SUMMER MEET

After a courageous two-year battle, we lost Meesh’s brother, Michael, to stage 4 non-smoking lung cancer in December 2024. But his story, his strength, and his spirit are far from over.

Michael wasn’t just family—he was the spark. His introduction to powerlifting is what inspired Meesh to step onto the platform in the first place. From day one, he was one of our biggest supporters—cheering louder, believing harder, and showing up in every way that mattered.

In his honor, we’ve renamed our summer meet:

MADD MIKE LIVES

“Madd Mike” was a nickname born on the football field back in his high school days—a name that stuck because of the intensity, passion, and heart he brought to everything he did. When he began sharing his diagnosis, he created the hashtag #MaddMikeLives—a statement, not just a phrase. A mindset. A fight.

The logo and colors for this year’s meet come directly from that journey. Designed by one of his closest friends, this was the same logo Michael wore proudly to every treatment during his first clinical trial. It represents resilience, brotherhood, and the refusal to back down.

This meet is more than just numbers on the board.

It’s about showing up.
It’s about lifting for something bigger than yourself.
It’s about honoring those we’ve lost, those still fighting, and the strength we carry because of them.

So whether you’re chasing a PR, stepping on the platform for the first time, or lifting in memory of someone you love—this is your moment.

Join us. Register. Compete. Remember.

Let’s pack the platform, bring the energy, and make sure one thing is clear:

Madd Mike Lives.