Sophie Shaft

World Championships 2024, 2025... Junior World Championships 2023, 2024, 2025 (1 Bronze)

Athlete Bio 

Age

20

Hometown

Canton, MI

Coach: Zach Caswell

Club: Optimus Barbell Club

Weight Class: 63 kg 

First Competition: 2019 Iron Egg A Squared

 

Former competitive gymnast and American Ninja Warrior competitor. 3x CrossFit Games athlete, placing third for a teen in 2022. 

 

Accolades:

Two-time Senior World Championships team member (One top-5 finish)

Bronze medalist at 2025 Junior World Championships

Holds eight American records across senior and junior levels

Event Schedule 

2026 VIRUS Weightlifting Series 1

Location: Columbus, OHVenue: Greater Columbus Convention CenterCompetition Dates: March 5-8, 2026Qualification Period: February 5, 2025 – February 5, 2026 Registration Opens ($199): November 1, 2025 - 12:01 a.m. MTRegistration Closes: February 19, 2026...

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