# @AprilSmithPhoto on Facebook

- **Type:** Image
- **Original URL:** https://www.facebook.com/1699151952037671/posts/1591570976129103
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/68615230-AprilSmithPhoto-facebook
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- **Posted:** 2026-04-11T16:20:22.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** April Guse Smith (@aprilsmith.photo) — https://gondola.cc/aprilsmith.photo

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What a journey.

After earning a first-place finish at the Owl Lift Off in Fall 2024, he secured his spot to compete at Collegiate Nationals in Spring 2025. But life had other plans. A severe car accident in February 2025 forced him into months of rest and recovery, putting everything on hold.

There were moments of doubt—wondering if 2026 would even be possible.

But through grit, discipline, and a whole lot of reps, he fought his way back.

And today, he’s stepping onto the platform in Salt Lake City.

I wish I could be there cheering him on in person, but I’m so grateful he’s surrounded by his hype crew—his KSU teammates—lifting him up every step of the way.

Let’s go. 💪🔥

🏋‍♂️: Caleb Smith
🏋‍♂️: Kennesaw State Club Barbell
💫: Collegiate Powerlifting Nationals

#powerlifting #owlliftoff #saltlakecity #clubbarbell #collegiatenationals

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collegiatenationals, owlliftoff, clubbarbell, saltlakecity, powerlifting

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