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Football players hoist weights, raise money

FALLBROOK – Members of Fallbrook High's football teams hoisted weights in order to raise money July 13 at the Lift-a-thon, an annual fundraiser organized by Fallbrook Football Boosters.

More than 60 players – from freshmen to seniors – participated in the Lift-a-thon after having solicited donations (either a set amount or pay-per-pound lifted) from family, friends and businesses in the community.

Fallbrook High head football coach Darius Pickett said the proceeds from this year's Lift-a-thon went to pay for new uniforms, which the players will show off Friday, Aug. 17, when the Warriors host Del Norte in the season opener at Fallbrook Stadium.

Players were asked to try to raise $250 and the majority exceeded that goal. The Lift-a-thon is a successful fundraiser that Fallbrook football teams have been employing for more than 20 years.

Pickett reported that this year's Lift-a-thon featured some amazing efforts. Senior Jose Flor broke the squat record for defensive lineman when he performed 65 reps of 225 pounds; senior Darius Watson tied the power clean record with a lift of 295 pounds; senior Corbin Nash broke the squat record for linebackers with 55 reps of 225 pounds, and freshman Hudson Nash drew some attention with a deadlift of 405 pounds.

 

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