About URI Powerlifting
Building strength, community, and character through powerlifting at the University of Rhode Island.
Leadership Team
Roman Olivardia
President
I am a Junior in Biomedical & Pharmaceutical Sciences with a Nutrition minor. As President, I oversee day-to-day operations and the E-Board, keep our URInvolved page and required forms up to date, manage communications and presentations, coordinate budgeting and purchases with the Treasurer, and work with the VP to schedule meets; I also handle USAPL club registration and maintain members' USAPL IDs. I'm at practices, meets, and events to support athletes, answer questions, and keep club materials organized, while competing in collegiate powerlifting and pushing a drug-free, inclusive culture built on respect, teamwork, and camaraderie.
Connor Beinstein
Vice President
I'm currently a senior at URI studying Marine Affairs and plan on pursuing a career in vessel operations. My dad, a former powerlifter, started training me when I was 15 and I began competing as a freshman and fell in love with it. I'm a USAPL certified State Referee and work closely with meet directors and other federation officials to get our team registered for competitions at low costs, as well as coordinate with URI's club sports department to organize practice times and handle whatever issues may arise. I'm super excited to continue my powerlifting career as an athlete, referee, and student leader so that I can inspire others to push themselves even further.
Hunter Massey
Treasurer
Current junior psychology undergraduate student at URI. As the team's treasurer, I am responsible for virtually all financial aspects of the organization. My responsibilities include, but are not limited to; collecting dues, creating a budget, and planning for travel expenses. My athletic experience primarily comes from playing lacrosse my whole life, so powerlifting was a change. Being fairly new to powerlifting, I am incredibly enthusiastic about the sport. I regularly attend practices, meets, and team fundraising events. I am someone who is always there for the new kids, considering I was one not too long ago! I am so excited to continue my powerlifting experience here at URI!
Kelsi Stickels
Secretary
I am a junior at URI studying Art and Psychology, this is my third year on the URI Powerlifting and second year as the teams Secretary. I've always enjoyed lifting and became consistent in powerlifting training last year. I provide creativity through the clubs social media and merchandise. My favorite part of this role is continuing to cultivate a nonjudgment welcoming lifting community for URI.
Vacant
Events Coordinator
Position currently open
2025 Team Awards
Recognizing excellence in performance, leadership, and contribution to the URI Powerlifting team.
E-Board Awards
Athlete Name
Leadership
Exemplary guidance and commitment to team growth.
Athlete Name
Dedication
Consistent effort and presence at all team events.
Athlete Name
Support
Outstanding assistance to teammates and E-Board.
Team Awards
Athlete Name
Highest DOTS (Men’s)
DOTS: 000.0
Top performing male athlete by DOTS score.
Athlete Name
Highest DOTS (Women’s)
DOTS: 000.0
Top performing female athlete by DOTS score.
Athlete Name
Leadership
Inspiring leadership and mentorship within the team.
Athlete Name
Dedication
Unyielding commitment to training and improvement.
Athlete Name
Rookie of the Year
Most impactful new member of the season.
Athlete Name
Honorary E-Board Member
Exceptional contribution to club administration.