Empowering Youth Beyond the Barbell

Support PI Champions to Lift Strong @ 2026 USAW Youth Nationals

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Performance Initiatives is proud to announce the student-athletes that earned their place for the 2026 Youth Nationals Team. These individuals will represent the organization from Jun 20, 2026 through Jun 25, 2026 in Colorado Springs, CO.

The following athletes comprise the 2026 roster:

  • Morgan Parker (11U/30kg): is a rising second-grade student at Susie King Taylor.
  • Jace Chavis (11U/36kg): is a rising third-grade student at Savannah Classical Academy.
  • Layla Music (13U/40kg): is a rising seventh-grade student at Oglethorpe Charter School.
  • Gabriella Holmes (13U/+63kg): is a rising fifth-grade student at Susie King Taylor Community School.
  • Kaidence Washington (13U/63kg): is a rising seventh-grade student at Susie King Taylor Community School.
  • Imani Washington (13U/+63kg): is a rising eighth-grade student at Susie King Taylor Community School and current Georgia State Record Holder.
  • Nyanza Wilson (16-17/+77kg) is a rising Senior attending Beach High School/Dual Enrollment

Please help support them to excel on and off the platform! The trip costs $8500 for all athletes and coaches, including airfare, hotel, entry fees and transportation. You’re support and encouragement is greatly appreciated! #SavanahStrong