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Follow all the action from the 2011 NPC USA Championshipts here on Hardbody.com. If you’re on twitter, you can see the live updates via twitter.com/hardbodynews and twitter.com/BBcomcontests. Joining in the coverage? Use the hashtag #NPCUSA for the event in all your tweets. You can see what everyone is tweet’n about with that tag by checking out hashtags.org/npcusa.
History will be made in Las Vegas, Nevada this weekend. The largest NPC competition EVER will take place on July 29 and 30th at Artemus W. Ham Concert Hall. As of a few days ago there were 632 registered competitors for this year’s event and look for that number to climb before show time. No, I don’t know how the divisions will break down and how many are in each. 
Promoter Jon Lindsay has always done a terrific job with this event and this year looks to be no different. If you don’t have your show tickets you better get them now because this will be a packed house!
New this year is the men and women’s physique divisions. The divisions continue to grow in numbers and the competition gets stronger with each event. Thanks to J.M. Manion for sharing this update… There will be THREE height classes for each division.
For Men’s & Women’s Physique we will have 3 height classes for each division.
Women:
A. Up to 5’4″
B. Over 5’4″ to 5’6″
C. Over 5’6″.Men:
A. Up to 5’7″
B. Over 5’7″ to 5’10″
C. over 5’10″.Class winners turn IFBB Pro in Men’s & Women’s Physique.
We’ll be there covering the event and as always providing coverage here and on twitter. We’ll be “guest tweeting” on @BBcomContests account throughout the show. If you’re looking for official stage photos from this event you can download the order form and after the show order prints at photos.liftstudios.com.
Schedule of Events:
Friday, Jul 29th at 4:30pm
Men’s Bodybuilding and Bikini Prejudging
Saturday, Jul 30th at 9:00am
Figure, Men/Women’s Physique & Women’s Bodybuilding Prejudging
Saturday, Jul 30th at 6:00pm
Finals – ALL
| Thursday, July 28th: | 6:30-8:00pm | Men and Women’s Physique Mandatory meeting, Early weigh-in for mens bodybuilding, Early height-check for Men’s physique | Embassy Suites |
| Thursday, July 28th: | 8:00-9:30pm | Early weigh-in for womens bodybuilding, Early height-check for Figure, Bikini and Women’s Physique | Embassy Suites |
| Friday, July 29th: | 9:00-10:30am | Final weigh-in/height check (all athletes) | Artemus Ham Hall |
| Friday, July 29th: | 3:00pm | Men’s Bodybuilding mandatory meeting | Artemus Ham Hall |
| Friday, July 29th: | 4:30pm | Men’s prejudging | Artemus Ham Hall |
| Friday, July 29th: | 5:00pm | Bikini mandatory meeting | Artemus Ham Hall |
| Friday, July 29th: | TBA | Bikini prejudging | Artemus Ham Hall |
| Saturday, July 30th: | 8:00am | Women’s Bodybuilding mandatory meeting | Artemus Ham Hall |
| Saturday, July 30th: | 9:00am | Women’s Bodybuilding, Figure and Men & Women’s Physique prejudging | Artemus Ham Hall |
| Saturday, July 30th: | 9:30am | Figure mandatory meeting | Artemus Ham Hall |
| Saturday, July 30th: | TBA | Figure prejudging | Artemus Ham Hall |
| Saturday, July 30th: | 5:00pm |
Top 15 Class Competitors mandatory meeting (Men, Women, Figure, Bikini) | Artemus Ham Hall |
| Saturday, July 30th: | 6:00pm |
Finals | Artemus Ham Hall |
Give a shout out in the comments below if you or someone you know is competing.
The Bikini division hit the NPC USA stage for a second time and six women were awarded IFBB pro cards. Ali Rosen was crowned the overall winner and will waste no time making her pro debut as she heads into this weekend’s IFBB Jacksonville Pro. Congratulations to all the winners.
2010 NPC USA Bikini Results – Click here to view all Bikini photos.
Six new IFBB Bikini Pros.
Class A – View All Bikini A Photos.
1. Theresa Byrne – 8 - IFBB Pro
2. Noy Debeer – 8
3. Jenny Phantharath – 15
4. Narmin Assria – 19
5. Katie Barnes – 32
6. Joy Grajo – 34
7. Anh Jung – 35
8. Elena White – 37
9. Jennifer Dominguez – 37
10. Natalie Kambarova – 55
11. Ashley Hergenrader – 57
12. Nicole Peralta – 60
13. Traci Newton – 61
14. Jackie Otto – 68
Class B – View All Bikini B Photos.
1. Rachael Labender – 14 - IFBB Pro
2. Elle DeLallo – 14
3. Tiffany Berumen – 15
4. Jennifer Chapman – 15
5. Lisa Le – 17
6. Joyce Dabuet – 37
7. Christina Giese – 37
8. Francesca Hartman – 39
9. Jennifer Pimental – 40
10. Grace Carney – 50
11. Mandie Taketa – 55
12. Clare Cui – 65
13. Skye Taylor – 69
14. Jennifer Whalen – 73
15. Christina Conley – 77
16. Holly Miller – 78
16. Bianca Calhoun – 78
16. Jennifer Turnbull
Class C – View All Bikini C Photos.
1. Cathy Miller – 9 - IFBB Pro
2. Vanessa Prebyl – 13
3. Ashley Bell – 16
4. Melissa Chomos – 18
5. Tatum Miranda – 18
6. Taylor Matheny – 27
7. April Deweese – 41
8. Tiffany Desimone – 44
9. Karlee Hoskins – 44
10. Monica Eiler – 46
11. Toby Tokunaga – 52
12. Brutani Campanoli -54
13. Lisa Campbell – 67
14. Roxanna Wood – 72
15. Brieana Winn – 75
16. Tamara White – 76
16. Lauren Salgado – 78
16. Tara Santosuosso – 80
16. Brandi Tamor – 80
16. Adrianne Pelt – 80
16. Stephanie Parsons – 80
16. Ashley Moore – 80
16. Julia Laquer – 80
16. Michaelyn Hamm – 80
16. Alejandra Palacios – 80
16. Rachel Elwell – 80
16. Dawn Capehart – 80
16. Kimberly Bridges – 80
16. Carolyn Bryant – 80
Class D – View All Bikini D Photos.
1. Brandy Leaver – 5 – IFBB Pro
2. Robyn Ray – 10
3. Zlata Sushchik – 15
4. Stacey Alexander – 20
5. Tyren Dana – 31
6. Stacey Naito – 31
7. Jennifer Long – 39
8. Angelique Costa – 40
9. June Goudreau – 41
10. Kelly Biggs – 45
11. Alexandra Zerega – 55
12. Venus Ramos – 66
13. Katie Rice – 66
14. Elizabeth Gil – 71
15. Kelsey Green – 72
16. Jamie Polk – 75
16. Melissa Larsen – 80
16. Theresa Orsini – 80
16. Sopresa Hall – 80
16. Sarah McLellan – 80
16. Heidi Dunstheimer – 80
16. Angela Dixon – 80
16. Kardena Pauza – 80
16. Brittany O’Conner – 80
16. Audrey Murdick – 80
Class E – View All Bikini E Photos.
1. Alison Rosen – 5 - IFBB Pro
2. Stephanie Magoon – 12
3. Allison Whittney – 15
4. Taylor Jerbasi – 18
5. Christina Hefner – 29
6. Michelle Hanson – 38
7. Summer White – 41
8. Abby Phillips – 43
9. Tawna Eubanks – 47
10. Crystal King – 47
11. Angel Whitmire – 48
12. Nicole Weber-Ziaolhagh – 50
13. Antoinette Bejarano – 73
14. Emily Carey – 73
15. Jennifer Meadows – 76
16. Shanon Colbath – 77
16. Lee-Ann Ellison – 78
16. Leslie Thompson – 80
16. Clenet Vaughn – 80
16. Michaela Grodon – 80
16. Michelle Teems – 80
16. Janelle Saitone-McGuire – 80
16. Diane Rudholm – 80
16. Kelli Michelle – 80
16. Heather Holstad – 80
16. Shandi Hudson – 80
16. Christina Lewis – 80
16. Dawn Fernandez – 80
16. Gina Beccaria – 80
Class F – View All Bikin F Photos.
1. Brooke Mora – 5 - IFBB Pro
2. Samantha Morris – 15
3. Mary Gines – 15
4. Jill Lane – 20
5. Katie Coles – 21
6. Brendy Scheerer – 28
7. Meegan Cameron – 37
8. Shameen Cochrell – 40
9. Natassia Buchanan – 43
10. Kelin Covington – 48
11. Emilee O’Rear – 54
12. Sarah Benjamin – 60
13 Rachel Brugman – 72
14. Rhiannon Genov – 75
15. Piper McWhorter – 76
16. Natasha Sweatte – 76
16. Kim Hils- 79
16. Paige OBrien – 80
16. Desirae Duby – 80
The NPC Figure competitors continue to represent the largest number of entrants. There were over 100 hardbody women on stage in Vegas but only six would graduate to the IFBB Pro League. Each class winner was awarded IFBB Pro status. Texas stand-out Courtney West was not only the F Class winner but also took home the overall crown.
Overall comparison – all six women earned IFBB Pro status.
2010 NPC USA Figure Results – View all Figure Photos here.
Scores are shown after the competitor’s names.
Class A – View All A Class photos.
1. Mandy Henderson -10 - IFBB Pro
2. Sarah Dominguez – 13
3. Tina Francis – 15
4. Wendy Fortino – 16
5. Laura Santos – 28
6. Christine Anderson – 28
7. Sheanni Vanderbilt – 37
8. Donna Anderson – 39
9. Maria Aracena – 49
10. Tamara Ashton – 52
11. Molly Goodwin – 57
12. Kristine Bjornstad – 57
13. Amber Edwards – 62
14. Alicia Meza – 75
15. Sylvia Lopez-Roule – 79
16. Jenaliegh Schroder – 79
16. Jennifer Whitfield – 79
16. Krissy Richard – 79
16. Francesca Signorelli – 80
16. Mai Hendrick-Carpenter – 80
16. Aubrey Reavis – 80
16. Kimmie Morgan – 80
16. Moira McCormack – 80
16. Shawna Kondo – 80
16. Jennifer Jaques-Conn – 80
16. Kelly Ferguson – 80
16. Amy DeGiovine – 80
16. Maria Cabading – 80
16. Kimberly Bermudez – 80
16. Carolyn Wang – 80
Class B – View all Figure B Class photos here.
1. Julia Aragon – 5 - IFBB Pro
2. Gemma Santos – 14
3. Darice Castro – 15
4. Irina Kiselev – 18
5. Stephanie Sweeney – 25
6. Jennifer Smythe – 31
7. Tori Allman – 39
8. Diane Singh – 39
9. Cindy Martinez – 46
10. Brittany Ramsey – 48
11. Cinderella Richardson – 50
12. Chazz Anderson – 60
13. Erika Kikuchi 65
14. Michelle Krause – 70
15. Laura Jones – 74
16. Brandy Hanson – 76
16. Janae Stewart – 80
16. Carissa Stidger – 80
16. Anissa Ramos – 80
16. Elizabeth Velez – 80
16. Amalia Ralar – 80
16. Heather Misra – 80
16. Brandy Seal-DeTracy – 80
16. Mallory Berger – 80
16. Rebecca Canez – 80
16. Genevieve Celaya – 80
16. Kelly Decolati – 80
16. Cecilia Cafiero – 80
16. Arlin Mossholder – 80
16. Katrinka Danielson – 80
Class C – View All Figure C Photos Here.
1. Rachel Gichert – 11 - IFBB Pro
2. Casey Brocato – 12
3. Kalani Barber – 14
4. Dani Ronquillo – 18
5. Shannon Dahlum – 25
6. Monica Specking – 25
7. Christine Gardner – 42
8. Wendy Delvecchio – 47
9. Grace Rivera – 48
10. Naomi Sexton – 48
11. Adriana Sanchez – 51
12. April DeLaPaz – 51
13. Dana Wilson – 67
14. Jaime Taylor – 71
15. Aneta Yanga – 77
16. Ivonne Acosta – 78
16. Angela Smith – 80
16. Michelle Smith – 80
16. Sarah Thielen – 80
16. Betty Vasquez – 80
16. Stephanie Willes – 80
16. Kellie Sullivan – 80
16. Erica Ingram – 80
16. Kimber Caputo – 80
16. Brittany Lavato – 80
16. Brigitte Doleshal – 80
16. Rachel Dusek – 80
16. Nichole Guenther – 80
16. Sarah Pawlicki – 80
16. Amber Bridges – 80
Class D – View All Figure D Photos Here.
1. Deena Walsh – 5 – IFBB Pro
2. Meredith Berthelson – 10
3. Joni Neilson – 14
4. Heather Grace – 23
5. Heather Dees – 26
6. Julie Mayer-Hyman – 31
7. Laura Bailey – 32
8. Sheila Mettler – 39
9. Ryan Everson – 51
10. Katie Peterson – 51
11. Brandy Smith – 63
12. Nicole Pearson – 64
13. Kapiolani Laronal – 64
14. Natalie Vanderham – 65
15. Dextria Sapp – 65
16. Sheri Suppes – 80
16. Lisa Stark – 80
16. Amanda White – 80
16. Elisa Romero – 80
16. Laurie Kitts – 80
16. Autier Singleton-Taylor – 80
16. Tiffany Waddell – 80
16. Jenn Kelley – 80
16. Elizabeth Shafer – 80
16. Lauri Faraschuk – 80
16. Christine Favazzo – 80
16. Mary Jarmolowich – 80
16. Kathy Laucius – 80
16. Amy McDougall – 80
16. Wendi Medders – 80
16. Kerryne Brown – 80
16. Rachel Pahlmann – 80
16. Melissa Candreilli – 80
Class E – View All Figure E Photos Here.
1. Stephanie McDonald- 8 - IFBB Pro
2. Alecia Rankovic – 11
3. Christine Kluger – 14
4. Amy Vetter – 20
5. Christy Hill – 21
6. Amanda Quinlan – 34
7. Ginger Jaimes – 37
8. Krista Dunn – 39
9. Avis Ware – 41
10. Tammy Bravomalo – 50
11. Megan Reynolds – 55
12. Kerri Smith – 62
13. Summer Rogers – 66
14. Myriam Charleston – 68
15. Bridgette Moody – 74
16. Jessica Rinaldi – 80
16. Kayte Steenberg – 80
16. Christine Moore – 80
16. Jill Rudison – 80
16. Marcy McCaskey – 80
16. Cindy Angulo – 80
16. Sheri Bales – 80
16. Angela Beavers – 80
16. Jodi Braun – 80
16. Shamika Copenhagen – 80
16. Jennifer Delgado – 80
16. Danielle Edmonds – 80
16. Michelle Geist – 80
16. Brooke Ence – 80
16. Leslie Kerns – 80
16. Kimberly Renee – 80
Class F – View All Figure F Photos Here.
1. Courtney West – 5 – IFBB Pro & Overall Winner
2. Monique Varela – 11
3. Rebecca Bowers – 14
4. Michelle Bates – 18
5. Hannah Ringholm – 27
6. Myschon Bales – 29
7. Kristina Tjernlund – 38
8. Cheryl Lenzer – 38
9. Jennifer Scott – 42
10. Elizabeth DeFalco – 51
11. Lena Eberling – 58
12. Stephanie Nadeau – 58
13. Kelley Haner – 59
14. Anissa Payne – 69
15. Lindsey Pridgen – 73
16. Stephanie Gruner – 78
16. Draga Rutherdale – 80
16. Amy Sedlatschek – 80
16. Jodi Tiahrt – 80
16. Tielle Monette – 80
16. Stacy Langer – 80
16. Kimberly Lairet – 80
16. Veronica Jackson – 80
16. Kimberly Dickson – 80
16. Jennie Boyd – 80
16. Claudia Aquino – 80
16. Deanna Rabosky – 80
Two pro cards were awarded over the weekend with the heavyweight class winner, Sarah Hayes taking the overall title. Light heavyweight winner, Jennifer Scarpetta secured the second pro card. It was a very competitive line-up and one that showed conditioning alone doesn’t always win shows. It’s about who has the most complete physique, from head to toe and how it’s presented on the day of the show. Congratulations to all the women who competed in this event.
New IFBB Pros – Jennifer Scarpetta and Sarah Hayes
2010 NPC USA WOMEN’S BODYBUILDING RESULTS
View all women’s bodybuilding photos. Scores are listed behind the name of competitor
Lightweight – View Lightweight Photos
1. Clair O’Connell – 5
2. Marina Lopez – 10
3. Denise Dinger – 16
4. Brenda Beitia – 22
5. Barbra Fletcher – 22
6. Anne Marie Kam – 30
7. Michelle DeVere – 35
8. Genevieve Moreno – 40
9. Ligia Orantes – 45
Middleweight - View Middleweight Photos
1. Marla Murray – 6
2. Amy Sibcy – 9
3. Lucy Jenkins – 16
4. Gail Auerbach – 19
5. Mia Howard – 30
6. Tomefafa Ameko – 32
7. Patricia Corbett – 35
8. Elizabeth Kish – 38
9. Angela Robertson – 40
10. Leann George – 52
11. Nancy Brigham – 56
12. Pamela Hannam – 60
13. Yanez Boykin – 63
Light Heavyweight - View Light Heavyweight Photos
1. Jennifer Scarpetta - 5 – IFBB Pro
2. Natalie Ariel – 10
3. LaDawn McDay – 16
4. Kate Cooper – 19
5. Jacqueline Horan – 27
6. Karen Choat – 28
7. FaTima Johnson – 36
8. Dani Craig – 42
9. Julie Assa – 44
10. Leslie Crook – 54
11. Lizette Pegueros – 54
12. Brandi Akers – 55
Heavyweight – View Heavyweight Photos
1. Sarah Hayes – 5 Overall Winner – IFBB Pro
2. Angela Rayburn – 11
3. Holly Geersen – 14
4. Jennifer Gutierrez – 20
5. Kris Clark – 25
6. Gabriella Nicander – 31
7. Amanda Folstad-Ptak – 37
8. Vicki Manfredi – 37
9. Sateash Berge – 45
10. Heidi Hegg – 50
Follow all our tweets from the 2010 NPC USA. Ron Avidan and I will be tweeting from the event as well as photographing the action. Ron will be backstage while I will be front and center in the pit. I’ll be tweeting under BBcomContests and Hardbodynews. If you’re not on Twitter, you can stay on this page and refresh for the live call-outs and get our thoughts on the events as they happen today.
Click on over to bodybuilding.com to read my preview for this weekend’s 2010 NPC USA. There will be a few familiar names along with a crop of newbies. Who will leave Vegas with an IFBB Pro card?
This weekend over 500 hardbody men and women will be taking the stage in Las Vegas, NV. Temperatures are slated to the 100′s and things won’t be much cooler inside Artemus Hall. Here’s the schedule of events for the weekend. If you’re competing and would like to purchase photos, email me to receive an order form before the show and save $25. Those of you following the action via twitter use #npcUSA as the hash tag. I will be tweeting via hardbodynews and BBcomContests throughout the weekend.
Host Hotel:
Embassy Suites Convention Center Las Vegas
3600 Paradise Road, Las Vegas, Nevada, United States 89169
Tel: 1-702-893-8000 Fax: 1-702-893-0378
NOTE THIS IS A DIFFERENT HOST THAN YEAR’S PAST!
Thursday, July 29th: Embassy Suites
6:30-8:00 pm
Early weigh-in Men’s bodybuilding
8:00-9:30 pm
Early weigh-in women Bodybuilding
Early height-check for Figure
Early height-check for Bikini
Friday, July 30th: Embassy Suites
9:00-10:30 am
Final weigh-in/height-check (all athletes)
Prejudging and Finals are at Artemus Ham Hall on the UNLV Campus
Artemus W. Ham Concert Hall
Las Vegas, NV 89119
Map Link
Friday, July 30th: Artemus Ham Hall
3:00 pm Men’s mandatory meeting
4:30 pm Men’s prejudging
5:00 pm Bikini mandatory meeting
(7pm) TBD Bikini prejudging
Saturday, Artemus Ham Hall July 31st
8:00 am Women’s Bodybuilding mandatory meeting
9:00 am Women’s Bodybuilding prejudging
9:30 am Figure mandatory meeting
(10 am) TBD Figure prejudging
5:00 pm Top 15 Class Competitors Mandatory meeting (Men,Women,Figure, Bikini)
6:30 pm Finals
News Release regarding this weekend’s NPC USA contest in Las Vegas.
The Following Athlete’s Are Required To Participate In The NPC NEWS Photo Shoot With J.M. Manion On Sunday, August 1st At The Embassy Suites Hotel From 9 a.m. To 12 Noon:
• MEN’S OVERALL WINNER
• WOMEN’S OVERALL WINNER
• THE 6 FIGURE HEIGHT CLASS WINNERS
• THE 6 BIKINI HEIGHT CLASS WINNERSOnly The 4 Overall Winners Are To Bring Their Overall Trophies.
The Men’s & Women’s Overall Winners Are To Bring Their Posing Suit & Posing Oil.
The 6 Bikini & 6 Figure Height Class Winners Are To Bring Their 2-Piece Competition Suits Along With Any Other 2-Piece Bikini’s.All Competitors Please Plan Accordingly With Your Travel Plans.
The Bikini division continues to bring out more and more competition. This weekend’s NPC USA Bikini Championships will be no different. Look for things to heat up this weekend in Las Vegas.
CLASS “A” Up to 5’1
Assria Narmin
Byrne Theresa
Barnes Katie
Conley Christa
De Beer Noy
DeLallo Elle
Dominguez Jennifer
Grajo Joy
Hergenrader Ashley
Kambarova Natalie
Labender Rachael
Newton Traci
Peralta Nicole
Phantharath Jenny
Turnbull Jen
White Elena
CLASS “B” Over 5’1 to 5’2 1/2
Berumen Tiffany
Cagle Michelle
Calhoun Bianca
Cui Maria
Dabuet Joyce
Hartman Francesca
Le Lisa
Miller Holly
Pimental Jennifer
Taketa Mandie
Taylor Skye
Whalen Jennifer
CLASS “C” Over 5’2 1/2 to 5’4
Bell Ashley
Bridges Kimberly
Campanoli Britani
Campbell Lisa
Capehart Dawn
Carney Grace
Cavendar Laura
Chapman Jennifer
Chomos Melissa
Desimone Tiffany
Deweese April
Eiler Monica
Elwell Rachel
Giese Christina
Gil Elizabeth
Hall Sopresa
Hamm Michaelyn
Hoskins Karlee
Laquer Julia
Long Jennifer
Maffei Adriana
Matheny Taylor
McLellan Sarah
Miller Cathy
Miranda Tatum
Moore Ashley
Parsons Stephanie
Pelt Adrianne
Prebyl Vanessa
Ramos Venus
Ray Robyn
Santosuosso Tara
Tamor Brandi
Tokunaga Toby
White Tamara
Winn Brieana
CLASS “D” Over 5’4 to 5’5 1/2
Alexander Stacey
Biggs Kelly
Bryant Carolyn
Costa Angelique
Dana Tyren
Dimuzio Heidi
Dixon Angela
Goudreau June
Green Kelsey
Larsen Melissa
Leaver Brandy
Moret Ashlee
Murdick Audrey
Naito Stacey
O’Connor Brittany
Palacios Alejandra
Pauza Kardena
Sushchik Zlata
Vaughn Clenet
Willos Kelly
Wood Roxanna
Zerega Alexandra
CLASS “E” Over 5’5 1/2 to 5’7
Bejarano Antoinette
Brugman Rachel
Cadenas Denise
Carey Emily
Colbath Shanon
Cristofani Kacy
Ellison Lea-Ann
Fernandez Dawn
Gines Mary
Hanson Michelle
Hefner Christina
Hudson Shandi
Jerbasi Taylor
Magoon Stephanie
Meadows Jennifer
Michelle Kelli
Orsini Theresa
Phillips Abby
Polk Jamie
Rice Katie
Rosen Alison
Rudholm Diane
Saitone-McGuire Janelle
Teems Michelle
Thompson Leslie
Weber- Ziaolhagh Nicole
White Summer
Whitmire Angel
CLASS “F” Over 5’7
Beccaria Gina
Benjamin Sarah
Buchanan Natassia
Cameron Meegan
Cochrell Shameen
Coles Katie
Covington Kelin
Duby Desirae
Eubanks Tawna
Genov Rhiannon
Hils Kim
King Crystal
Lane Jill
McWhorter Piper
Mora Brooke
Morris Samantha
O’Brien Paige
O’Rear Emilee
Scheerer Brendy
Sweatte Natasha
Promoter Jon Lindsay has released the 2010 NPC USA competitor lists for the Figure division. As you can see this is going to be a huge show with each height class stacked. Hardbody will be in attendance covering this event. Those of you following the action and tweeting about it use #npcusa for the hashtage.
CLASS “A” Up to 5’1
Anderson Christine
Aracena Maria
Aragon Julia
Ashton Tamara
Bermudez Kimberly
Bjornstad Kristen
Cabading Maria
Cafiero Cecilia
Castro Darice
DeGiovine Amy
Dominguez Sarah
Edwards Amber
Ferguson Kelly
Fortino Wendy
Francis Tina
Goodwin Molly
Henderson Mandy
Henrick-Carpenter Mai
Jaques-Conn Jennifer
Kondo Shawna
Lopez-Roule Sylvia
McCormack Moira
Meza Alicia
Morgan Kimmie
Mossholder Arlin
Reavis Aubrey
Richard Krissy
Santos Laura
Santos Gemma
Schroeder Jenaliegh
Seal-DeTracy Brandy
Signorelli Francesca
Sweeney Stephanie
Vanderbilt Sheanni
Whitfield Jennifer
CLASS “B” Over 5’1 to 5’2 1/2
Allman Tori
Anderson Chazz
Anderson Marie
Berger Mallory
Bridges Amber
Canez Rebecca
Celaya Genevieve
Cross-Arabia Tina
Decolati Kelly
Hanson Brandy
Jones Laura
Kikuchi Erika
Kiselev Irina
Krause Michelle
Lovato Brittany
Martinez Cindy
Misra Heather
Ralar Amalia
Ramos Anissa
Ramsey Brittany
Richardson Cinderella
Singh Diane
Smythe Jennifer
Stewart Janae
Stidger Carissa
Velez Elizabeth
Wang Carolyn
CLASS “C” Over 5’2 1/2 to 5’4
Acosta Ivonne
Barber Kalani
Brocato Casey
Brown Kerryne
Caputo Kimber
Dahlum Shannon
Danielson Katrinka
De La Paz April
Delvecchio Wendy
Doleshal Brigitte
Dusek Rachel
Gardner Christine
Gichert Rachel
Guenther Nichole
Ingram Erika
Pawlicki Sarah
Rivera Grace
Ronquilio Dani
Sanchez Adriana
Sexton Naomi
Shafer Elizabeth
Simmons Mary
Smith Michelle
Smith Angela
Specking Monica
Sullivan Kellie
Taylor Jamie
Thielen Sarah
Vasquez Betty
Willes Stephanie
Wilson Dana
Yanga Aneta
CLASS “D” Over 5’4 to 5’5 1/2
Bailey Laura
Bannowsky Janet
Berthelson Meredith
Dees Heather
Everson Ryan
Faraschuk Lauri
Favazzo Christine
Grace Heather
Jarmolowich Mary
Judy Deborah
Laronal Kapiolani
Laucius Kathy
Mayer-Hyman Julie
McDougall Amy
Medders Wendi
Mettler Sheila
Neilson Joni
Pahlmann Rachel
Pearson Nicole
Petersen Katie
Quinlan Amanda
Reville Jillian
Singleton-Taylor Autier
Smith Brandy
Stark Lisa
Suppes Sheri
Vanderham Natalie
Waddell Tiffany
Walsh Deena
White Amanda
CLASS “E” Over 5’5 1/2 to 5’7
Angulo Cindy
Bales Sheri
Beavers Angela
Braun Jodi
Bravomalo Tammy
Candrilli Melissa
Charleston Myriam
Copenhagen Shamika
Delgado Jennifer
Dunn Krista
Edmonds Danielle
Geist Michelle
Hill Christy
Jaimes Ginger
Kelley Jenn
Kerns Leslie
Kluger Christine
McCaskey Marcy
McDonald Stephanie
Monette Tielle
Moody Bridgette
Moore Christine
Rabosky Deanna
Rankovic Alecia
Reynolds Megan
Rinaldi Jessica
Rogers Summer
Romero Elisa
Rudison Jill
Smith Kerri
Steenberg Kayte
Varela Monique
Vetter Amy
Ware Avis
CLASS “F” Over 5’7
Aquino Claudia
Bales Myschon
Bates Michelle
Bowers Rebecca
Boyd Jennie
Defalco Elizabeth
Dickson Kimberly
Eberling Lena
Ence Brooke
Gruner Stephanie
Haner Kelley
Iritano Jennifer
Jackson Veronica
Lairet Kimberly
Langer Stacy
Lenzer Cheryl
Lindy Rebecca
Nadeau Stephanie
O’Hara Katie
Payne Anissa
Penna Shannan
Pridgen Lindsey
Pritchett Kimberly
Ringholm Hannah
Rutherdale Draga
Scott Jennifer
Sedlatschek Amy
Tiahrt Jodi
Tjernlund Kristina
Weinstock Sici
West Courtney
Congratulations to Megan Reynolds (Figure) and Taylor Matheny (Bikini) for winning the overall titles at the NPC Los Angeles championships. Both of them are planning to compete at the NPC USA’s this upcoming weekend in Las Vegas, which is already a record breaking contest with over 530 competitors.
Check out photos of the men’s bodybuilding, women’s bikini and a variety of candid photos on bodybuilding.com. The women’s bodybuilding and figure will be posted shortly. Check back for continual coverage tonight and throughout the weekend here and on TWITTER @hardbodynews.
The first IFBB Bikini Pro Shelsea Montes made the trip to Las Vegas and here showing her support for a few friends. Check back for more photos of a few of the hardbody women in and around the NPC USAs. You’ll also want to check back for photos from our photo shoot that’s set to go down this weekend.
I caught up with the stunning Amanda Latona this weekend at the UFC FAN EXPO. Amanda was working the BSN booth and rock’n a killer physique. She’s two weeks out from the NPC USA and will be competing in the bikini division. There is a star quality about her that few posses. I have no clue who will show up in Vegas but look for her to be a top contender for a bikini pro card.
News from promoter Jon Lindsay and the NPC:
Due to the overwhelming turnout of competitors at the 2009 NPC USA, we have moved the Figure prejudging from Friday to Saturday morning, and the Bikini prejudging has been moved from Saturday morning to Friday evening with the men. All prejudging tickets purchased prior to July 10th will be honored in accordance with the new schedule.
Currently, we have 460+ competitors entered in what is the biggest and best NPC USA contest ever!
We’ll keep you posted on more news as it becomes available.
The first ever webcast of the NPC USAs are now available on bodybuilding.com. If you missed the action or were on stage and want to see yourself, check it out on the replay section. You can watch the replays at: http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/2008_npc_usa_replays.htm
Another figure show is in the books. Six women left Vegas accomplishing their goals of joining the ranks in the IFBB. It was a tough show and a big congrats to all the women.
CLASS A
1. Jamie Costa
2. Akane Ismeal
3. Carin Hawkins
4. Nicole Coleman
5. Sarah Nakajima
6. Aketa Thomas
7. Mary Cencich
8. Shawna Kondo
9. Ann Treesukosol
10. Mandy Henderson
11. Lisa Sandercock
12. Prudence Moe
13. Traci Hall
14. Gemma Santos
15. Rosalind Vail
16. Devin Kenney
16. Joni Starkey
16. Huong Vo
16. Denise Dinger
16. Katherine McPhee
CLASS B
1. Crystal Lowery
2. Candice Houston
3. Shannon Bennett
4. Kerri Simpson
5. Ann Pratt
6. Jennifer Migliacci
7. Keri Moser
8. Tiffany Procopio
9. Jennifer DeJoya
10. Jessica Brichta
11. Lauren Pearlman
12. Denise Rose
13. Kiana Lewis
14. Misi White
15. Vicki Counts
16. Mona Liza Reyes
16. Darice Smolenski
16. Shari Santos
16. Frederica Brant
16. Lila Sandozezqui
16. Lisa Hutchinson
16. Angie Platten
16. Heather Misra
16. Sheila Bratten
16. Kim Carmichael
16. Laura Millar
16. Laurie Costa
16. Kenyatta Parham
16. Michele Suszek
CLASS C
1. Kristin Nunn
2. Michelle Anderson
3. Emily Nicholson
4. Chrissy Burton
5. Cynthia Herndon
6. Bea Fox
7. Edy Neal
8. Sherrie Carnicle
9. Ana Tigre
10. Lauren Rosen
11. Joy Kushner
12. Lori Brooks
13. Ann Titone
14. Marga Martin
15. Danyell Johnson
16. Laura Bailey
16. Doneker King
16. Emily Roberts
16. Monique Jones
16. Ashley Cooper
16. Patricia Moore
16. Angel Allison
16. Allison Malone
16. Grace Rivera
16. Wendi Medders
16. Dawn Melanie
16. Carmen Demske
16. Lori Pavesi
16. Kim Bell
16. Brenda Dunsmore
16. Shannon Furstenberg
16. Rada Reyes
16. Selma McPherson
CLASS D
1. Amy Lee Martin – Overall
2. Kristy McKinney
3. Shelley Hillesheim
4. Amanda Quinlan
5. Amanda Darce
6. Natalie Calland
7. Alicia Harris
8. Amy ONeil
9. Valerie Carlino
10. Ahsley Harrell
11. Veronica Miller
12. Jillian Mabin
13. Laura Pine
14. Joanna Frichtel
15. Tiffany Waddell
16. Bethany Karlin
16. Traci Saba
16. Qawnana Crockett
16. Andrea Romero
16. Joy Lewis
16. Kimberly Agnew
16. Corina Frikken
16. Juliet Banks
16. Christine Vallancourt
16. Echelle Harris
16. Jackie Buckley
16. Jessica Troha
16. Robyne Roveccio-Palmer
16. Tanya Rhoades
16. Joni Neilson
16. Enji Khoo
CLASS E
1. Mendi Sakamoto
2. Stephanie McDonald
3. Jaime Meade
4. Alecia Rankovic
5. Ginny Gardea
6. Tami Delzenero
7. Jenny Lewis
8. Nicole Vitale
9. Crystal Rush
10. Kat Morrill
11. Hannah Fox
12. Danielle Edmonds
13. Magoa Galloza
14. Gina Cook
15. Nola Trimble
16. Nicole Key
16. Rachel Chapman
16. Wendy Bogard
16. Ilona Maj
16. Natalie Calland
16. Ursula Cristofaro
16. Kelley Green
CLASS F
1. Rachel Cammon
2. Alicia Marie
3. Monique Minton
4. Michelle Batista
5. Brandie Gardner
6. Ali Huston
7. Veronica Ramirez
8. Jeanne Nimmer
9. Jennifer Hernandez
10. Katie Coles
11. Sunshine Loustaunau
12. Jessica Shannon
13. Kristen Crigler
14. Kelly Hill
15. Stephanie Gruner
16. Becky Youngberg
16. Tandy Robinson
16. Jessica Livingston
16. Brigitte Blount
16. Aletha Tatge
Ron Avidan and I go behind the scenes with bodybuilding.com at this year’s NPC USA Championships. Photos are constantly being uploaded throughout the weekend on bodybuilding.com. Check out all the photos from this weekend’s event. Get photos that no other site has and no one gets quite as dorky as the two of us.
Last night several women took the stage in hopes of taking a step closer to IFBB Pro status. The NPC USA Figure show was loaded with women in every class. Despite the number of competitors, it was a shared sentiment amongst industry regulars that the show was a little lackluster. There were a handful of women who really stood out but overall it was lacking comparatively speaking to Jr. Nationals and Jr. USAs in terms of quality physiques from top to bottom.
This is how I saw the classes breakdown from a view in the press pit:
A Class
It’s a two woman show here. Akane Nigro-Ismeal and Jamie Costa are the front-runners in this show. While both of the shorties are sporting nicely balanced physiques. I’d give the nod to Jamie for the win here. This is the best she has looked and has found a nice balance with her upper and lower body. Costa makes a strong case for winning the overall title.
B Class
The class will be between Candice Houston, Crystal Lowery and Ann Pratt. I’d call this class – Houston first, Lowery second and Pratt third. Hometown favorite, Candice Houston seemed to be the most complete in this group.
C Class
The toughest class of the show has four women in the mix for the win. Michelle Anderson, Kristin Nunn, Emily Nicholson and Chrissy Burton. I have this class between Michelle Anderson and Kristin Nunn. If you’re a regular on hardbody, you’ll remember I mentioned Kristin after the Jr. USAs. I felt she was overlooked in Charleston with a 12th place finish. She has a fresh face and a balanced physique. She’ll have to go through Michelle Anderson for the win though. Michelle looked a little fuller and less drawn in than she did at the Jr. USAs. I’d have Emily Nicholson in third and Chrissy Burton in fourth.
D Class
The top five in this class look to be Amanda Schenk-Darce, Shelley Hillesheim, Kristy McKinney, Amy Lee Martin, Amanda Quinlan. It looks like it is between Amy Lee Martin and first time USA competitor, Shelley Hillesheim. You saw Shelly profiled here on hardbody earlier in the week. She’s coming off a win at the Master’s Nationals and is in the mix to achieve her goal of pro status. Shelly is a beautiful woman who poses her balanced physiqued in a very poised manner. Amy Lee Martin looks to be at her best and could get the nod over Hillsheim. I’d go Amanda Schenk-Darce in third, Kristy McKinney in the fourth spot and Amanda Quinlan in fifth.
E Class
You could see another hardbodied girl out of Colorado in the top spot here. Jamie Meade is going head to head with Mendi Skamoto for the win. Jamie burst onto the national scene at the Jr. Nationals last month by taking third in this class. Ginny Gardea and Stephanie McDonald will also be in the running for a top spot. A favorite going into the show, Jenny Lewis was a little off and will be out of the top five here. She looked like she needed a rest and may have better suited to compete at Figure Nationals in New York. At this point her physique needs a rest but could be one to watch in the magazines, as she has a unique look.
F Class
When the competitors came out many thought the first name called out would be Monique Minton. She has a tiny waist, blinged out Passion Fruits suit and has a striking look. This Mary Lado lookalike definitely catches your attention. This class had only three names called out for the top spots however Monique’s was not one of them. The three called out were Michelle Battista, Alicia Marie and Rachel Cammon. The tall beauties in their own right. This class will come down to one of the industries top models, Alicia Marie and newcomer Rachel Cammon. Cammon has the goods to take down the super star model in this show. Marie has a stunning look but is better suited for modeling then the pro ranks. I’d give the nod to Cammo over the top model. Rachel and Alicia were excused while Michelle battled it out for a top five spot. Either way the winner of this class will have a beautiful representative in the pros.
I’d say the overall title will come down to the A and the F Class. Who will end up with the overall crown? We’ll find out tonight. Things could change in the two piece round as well though – it ain’t over till it’s over.
The folks at Flexonline.com are sticking true to their word and giving the women more exposure on their web site. Check out the feature currently running on the FLEX website.
Last night the USA’s Olympic Men’s basketball Team warmed up for their exhibition game at UNLV. Across campus a different competition was heating up, the USA Bodybuilding & Figure Championships. The weigh-in/check-in took place last night where lots of tan bodies showed up.
I reported earlier this month, one competitor is making some waves off-stage. BSN’s Alicia Marie has been linked to baseball player Alex Rodriquez. When pressed for the scoop last night, Alicia was careful with her words and reiterated the two are just friends. When I asked her about her sharing a room with a dancer in Florida, also linked to A-rod, she laughed. Alicia is dating contorversial baseball player, John Rocker. Don’t be surprised if Mr. Rocker is in attendance this weekend to support the leggy Marie. Alicia told me it’s been difficult at times to prepare for the show but feels ready. There is no denying Alicia has a look that makes you do a double take. Perfect skin tone and striking looks certainly won’t hurt her when she takes the stage tonight.
Around this time last year, one competitor was checking in as an amateur for the last time. That lovely young lady was Florida momma, Desha Rodriquez. I’d seen Desha working the GNC booth numerous times at shows and her striking green eyes always makes you do a double take. Her fellow GNC booth-mate IFBB Figure Pro, Christine Wan has always been one of her biggest supporters. When she told anyone who would listen to watch out for Desha, she was right. Desha won the Figure A Class in 2007 and achieved IFBB pro status. I snapped this little photo of “D” at last year’s check-in.
Who will be checking for the last time as an amateur this year? We’ll find out this weekend at the 2008 NPC USA Championships in Las Vegas, Nevada. Tonight the women will check in at around 8pm, at the host hotel Embassy Suites.
I caught up with one of the top contenders in the NPC USA Figure Championships, Alicia Harris. If you missed my mini-profile on Alicia after the 2008 NPC Jr Nationals, check it out here on hardbody. Alicia made the trip to Las Vegas earlier in the week and is happy to be out of the Chicago humidity.
When I chat with competitors before a show they are usually talking about being tired, hungry or anxious. Ms. Harris on the other hand mentioned no of the above. What was Smiley concentrating on last night? A class paper. Yep, she was finishing a school paper for her sports marketing class. Carb depletion was no excuse to continue on about her daily life. It’s always refreshing to hear a competitor not forget to have a little balance in their life while preparing for a show. Don’t let that fool you though, she is still a focused and determined competitor.
When asked if she did anything different this time around she and said, “Not really, I just continued to train hard. I’m just going to go out there, have fun and do my best”.
A great attitude to match the top notch physique. Look for Alicia in the Figure D Class when the ladies hit the stage for the Friday night pre-jduging.
Shelley Hillesheim has found success on the NPC figure stage and isn’t about to look back now. She’s notched another win in her belt by taking top honors in her class at the Master’s Nationals. This mother of two proves that you can accomplish anything you set out to do. She’s an attractive lass who has her sights set on this weekend’s USA Figure Championships. I caught up with Shelly days before leaving for Sin City.
How did it feel to win your class at your first national show?
It felt AMAZING to win my class at my very first national show! Part of my ‘mental game’ for competing is to walk into a show believing that I will win, so I had set an expectation for myself going in. It is always nice to actually fulfill that expectation (and hope). By the way, winning two overall championship titles at a local level in each of the two months prior definitely increased my confidence level going into nationals.
You’re a mom, right? How challenging is it to compete with kids?
Yes, I am a mom. I have two kids – a 5 yr old boy and a 3 yr old girl. It can feel incredibly challenging to juggle the day-to-day family needs with the demands of a serious figure competitor. However, as I better learn to incorporate more of those demands into my life as a true ‘lifestyle’, it feels more balanced and natural. The family is getting used to me exercising a certain number of hours a day and eating foods that they don’t eat. It seems more normal as I continue to compete. It is becoming who I am.
What are your goals for USAs?
Primary goal – win my class and go pro!
Ancillary goal(s) – make viable contacts in the industry to gain exposure for fitness modeling and potential sponsorship opportunities. I’ll be ready at hand with my new comp cards.
Shelley looking to make an impact in Vegas.
How difficult has it been to do as many shows as you have done and continue to have success?
I did my first show this year in May. I’ve done one about every four weeks since. In July, I’m doing two shows back-to-back (one weekend after another). I also have my sights set on another show in September. It has actually proved to be a good pace for me. It’s keeping me focused and on track. Plus, I am sure that winning is helping with continued motivation and momentum. As the saying goes, “success breeds success.” This is true for me.
What words of encouragement do you have for other “masters” women thinking of competing but afraid to do so?
It doesn’t matter your age …know what you want, why you are doing it and do whatever it takes to get it, even when it hurts. My trainer told me early in my time with her that ‘every day counts.’ In this sport, I believe that to be completely true. Everyone trains and competes for different reasons. Simply know YOUR reasons and maintain focus on that reason. Every day that you ponder if you should compete, you are wasting a day of training.
Thanks Shelley and best wishes in Vegas!
Okay so maybe she isn’t but I am. Jamie Costa won the NPC figure A Class at the NPC Jr. USAs earlier this year and looked great. It was the first time I had met Jamie but had seen her compete at the USAs last year. I’ve seen Jamie streamline her physique in one year and it’s nothing short of amazing. She’s not only an attractive up-and-coming model but also fits the bill for doing well on stage.
I caught up with Jamie last night for a shoot one week out from the NPC USAs and she’s definitely bringing her A game. She’s streamlined her physique even more since Charleston with her legs coming down in size. At 5’0″ and currently weighing 98lbs, you will see a whole new Jamie next week.
Jaime Meade is a head turner on and off stage. She packs an impressive set of guns and will light up a room with her smile. Jaime has found success in her relatively short competition career, recently placing third in her class at the NPC Jr Nationals. One of the first conversations I had with Jaime, I asked what her goals were for the show and she gave me the ever popular, “I’m just happy to be here.” I rolled my eyes and told her that was a load of crap. She insisted that she wasn’t and that she really was happy to be competing and very fortunate to be doing what she is doing. Turns out she wasn’t full of poo and she really was happy to be there. Read why in the interview below. She was a California girl but now calls Parker, Colorado home.
Next week Jaime will be heading to the NPC USAs to try her hand in figure once again. I caught up with her a few days out from the competition and she was kind enough to share the skinny:
You’re a fan of dogs, right?
1 angry maltese, 1 passive poodle, 1 scoobydoo Rottie/Akita mix, 3 dumb goats, 1 ancient Beta Fish
I won’t ask why you’re hate’n on the goats and calling them dumb.
Guilty Pleasure?
French Fries dipped in a milkshake… oh yumm
You told me in Chicago you were just happy to be there and I said you were full of it. You then explained why. Why is it you are just happy to compete, you mentioned your job…?
Well, after I got over being called “full of it” for being happy to be at my first national competition and 1 day away from grubbin on a pizza ha ha I felt that you should know the reason I am really happy to be able to compete is b/c as a physical therapist I work every day with kids from preschool up to adults who have mild to severe physical disabilities. Teaching my kiddos how to move better and have less struggle in the realm of their physical needs makes me feel grateful that I have the ability to pursue the journey of what is takes to be a figure competitor.
You placed third at Jr. Nationals when you said you’d be happy with top 15. What are you goals for Vegas?
My goals for Vegas is to stay up in the top 5!
Where will you be headed in Vegas after you’re done competing?
Pink Taco…hmmmmmm than later the blackjack table to win money to help me get to my next competition!! ha ha ha ….my taco bell job isn’t cutting it!! 
Ah moonlighting at little taco land. NOW we know what’s up.
If you’re interested in learning more about Jaime check out her interview and spotlight on the Performance Ready web site. She admits to having a fitness fantasy of beating Iris Kyle in an arm wrestling match. She’s shown she can more than hold her own on the NPC Figure stage and we’ll see how she fairs next weekend in Las Vegas. Good luck Jaime!
The long awaited lists for the NPC USA Figure competition in Las Vegas, Nevada. Props to Ron Avidan for being the first to put the lists out and provide them in an organized manner on our brother site, getbig.com. If you’re interested in viewing the men and women’s bodybuilding lists visit GETBIG.COM.
Class ‘A’ Competitor List
Class ‘B’ Competitor List
Class ‘C’ Competitor List
Class ‘D’ Competitor List
Class ‘E’ Competitor List
Class ‘F’ Competitor List
Many of you will be making the trip to Las Vegas, Nevada next month for the NPC USA Championships. Aside from taking in all the competition that will heat up Sin City on July 25 & 26th, there is one place to add to your “to do list”.
Visit the Hard Rock Cafe and enjoy a meal or margarita at the Pink Taco. Last year myself along with JM Manion, John Tuman, Sonia Adock, Mary Jo Cooke, Ron Avidan, George Farah, Lee Thompson and a few enjoyed a mexican feast there and it was quite delicious. There were a number of competitors who were spotted at the fine establishment as well. JM captured a shot of Liza Kampstra (and in the background you can also spot Jacqui Skibba) enjoying a ginormous margarita. The photo is featured on the Pink Taco web site under the “Ladies of the Pink Taco” in the Fun section. Liza and Jacqui will both be competing this weekend at the NPC Jr. Nationals and I’m told have forgone the margs until after the show.
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