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2008 NPCAlaska Crystal Cup: The best small show ever???
photos:
studiobanchorage.com
September 27, 2008. For most, the weekend
of the Mr. Olympia in Las Vegas, Nevada. For a very proud few, one of
the best small town shows in years. An AlaskaFit production, this show
proved to be every bit entertaining as exciting. From the top down:
Venue to music, entertainment to competitor quality, everyone agreed
that the competitors and fans came out big winners.
MASTERS FIGURE
One lone competitor faced the crowd, Vivian Wood.
Vivian came in RIPPED beyond her years. Beautiful and eloquent, from
the minute she walked on stage, everyone knew she was there to give
ANYONE a run for their money.
FIGURE 5’4 and UNDER
Next up was the incredible shape of Heather Lindell.
Heather walked on stage equally as stunning, to the OOOO’s and AAAHHH’s
of the crowd. Although we have only seen two competitors, the crowd
knew this was going to be a fight.
MENS MASTERS
Talk about improvement! Troy Burns from Fairbanks
came in nearly TWICE as ripped as he has in the past. I think everyone
can agree, this dentist came in prepared for battle, and ready to show
the world that it doesn’t matter your occupation… everyone can find time
to train.
TEENAGE MEN
Next up, Mike Patino. Mike decided to do the show
only two days out, but you wouldn’t know that by the condition he came
in. Ripped, symmetrical and very poised there is no doubt we will be
seeing Mike in the near future.
MENS NOVICE
Scott McKinna stepped on stage for the first time
filled with questions, but walked off addicted to his new found sport.
Muscular and symmetrical, there is once again no doubt we will be seeing
him on the stage once again
MENS LIGHTWEIGHT
Now came the battle between Troy Burns and Josh
Kronbach. Both coming in in fantastic shape, Burns’ age and experience
were no match for the ultra shredded Kronbach. Kronbach easily walked
away with the first place trophy, and his striations fluttering in the
wind as he walked off stage to take a breather.
MENS MIDDLEWEIGHT
The amazing thing about this show was, the bigger
the competitors got, the more symmetrical. Kalani Lagao faced off with
Derek Ross in a battle of sheer finesse. Both were muscular and
symmetrical, but Ross edged out Lagao with an incredible back double
bicep. This decision came down to one point, but nobody would have
argued either way.
MENS LIGHT-HEAVY
Steve Cherry walked on stage alone, but to
thunderous applause. WOW is the only way to describe this local light
heavyweight. Abs, legs, lats… he has everything. If Steve works on his
posing a bit, he will be VERY dangerous in larger shows.
EVENING ENTERTAINMENT
Miss Amanda Dickens and the amazing Arctic Angels
performed for the crowd, four beautiful and visually stunning routines.
A treat for all to see, a mix of Hip Hop, belly dancing and just plain
beauty… these girls are amazing. They were a show in themselves, but
hopefully we will see these fine young ladies all compete someday.
GUEST POSER
Todd Scott. When you meet this man, he is
everything you expect to see in a pro bodybuilder. Wide as he is tall,
with mind blowing size we expect to see him on the IFBB Stage soon. His
routine was original and very comical, a wonderful break in the stress
of competition.
OVERALL
In the end, only one can be the overall. Heather
Lindell made off with the cup for Women’s figure, and Josh Kronbach made
off with the Men’s overall. Slightly breaking from tradition, the best
trophy girl category was replaced for this show with the Favorite Arctic
Angel, which Miss Amanda Dickens was given by a very close decision.
AlaskaFit productions wishes to thank every one of
its sponsors, especially BODYBUILDING.COM for its years of continued
support! Don’t forget the next flavor of the Crystal Cup… join everyone
at the NATURAL Crystal Cup, October 25th at the Wendy
Williamson Auditorium in Anchorage, Alaska!!!
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