2014 Western Canadian Tested
Bodybuilding, Physique, Fitness, Figure & Bikini Championships
(Kelowna, B.C. - May. 17, 2014)
Being the first year in the 'Modern Era' that a spring BCABBA show has preceded it, you'd think the numbers would be down, but over 300 entries made
this a very large novice show. Extremely competitive classes all around, especially bikini with 6 open height classes and 2 Masters. Jennifer Weintz
fine tuned her look to a convincing win, look for her in Provincials this year. A mix of new competitors and 'veterans', with Alysha Felder, Mackenzie
Lee and Jessica Crome particularly noteworthy in the former, as far as class winners go.
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Turning to figure, Marianne Ly dominated with excellent conditioning and a very proportionate frame...I think she's found her niche in the sport.
Fitness saw some amazing routines, the sister duo of Kirsty and Kaylee Mascia from Vancouver Island took 1st and 3rd respectively with the always
elegant Jericho Green placing second. Of particular note was the captivating routine of Team Energy's Samantha Skelly, combining modern dance and
fitness moves. 3 competitors in Women's Physique, Tara Lynn Cheng taking 1st and best poser.
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Local favorite Michael Martinz took overall in Men's Bodybuilding and 1st in Masters, looked like he had a blast being onstage! I'm not
a great predictor when it comes to Men's Physique, the classes are always close, Dease Watson took overall. Thanks to promoter Ian Tomlin
who always puts on a great show. Privileged to be one of the sponsors of this show, with a beach photoshoot award going to the bikini overall
winner!
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Just a note, it was announced at the athlete's meeting that there would be no testing
for banned substances at this particular show per the governing body of the national
federation. Contrary to an earlier misinterpretation of that announcement, subsequent
Western Canadians WILL be 'tested' events. With such a late announcement for this particular
show, those who did enter likely prepped to conform to the 'tested' rules so keep that in
mind when comparing this show to other non-tested Provincial qualifiers.
I'll have more as time permits, complete results are/will be posted
at the BCABBA website.
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(Please notify me of any placing or name spelling errors, thanks.)
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