Competition Day Volunteer Roles

Running a powerlifting competition takes a team. Here are the key roles we need for each event:

Platform Crew

Each flight requires a 5-person platform team:

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1 Platform Manager

Coordinates the crew and back-spots squats. Typically filled by someone with prior experience.

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4 Spotters & Loaders

Loads plates onto the bar for squats, bench & deadlifts and spots lifters during attempts. No previous experience needed – full training and safety briefing provided on the day.

Table Team

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2 Person Table Team

Manages attempt slips, software and record-keeping throughout the day. If you’re new to the role, you’ll be paired with an experienced volunteer.

Commentary Team

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2/3 Person Commentary Team

Provides live updates and insights during the competition for livestream viewers.

Role Information

If you want to learn more about these roles, check out our guides:

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Platform Manager

Coordinates the platform crew and back-spots squats. Typically filled by someone with prior experience.

Read guide →
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Spotting & Loading

No previous experience needed – full training and a safety briefing are provided on the day.

Read guide →
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Table Team

Manages attempt slips, software and record-keeping. New volunteers are paired with someone experienced.

Read guide →
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Commentary

Provides live updates and insights during the competition for livestream viewers.

Read guide →
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Set-up & Tear Down

Helps get the venue competition-ready before the event and packed down afterwards.

Read guide →
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Warm Up Room Manager

Championships only. Oversees the warm-up area, keeping things running smoothly and on schedule for lifters.

Read guide →
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MCing

The voice of the competition – announces lifters, calls attempts and keeps the audience engaged.

Read guide →

See also