Nine events highlight the contest schedule as we get closer the the first Pro Qualifier of the year on May 19 – the NPC Junior USAs. Check out all of the action below.
MIKE FRANCOIS CLASSIC: WESTERVILLE, OHIO
2012 marks the 15th year for the NPC EAS Mike Francois Classic and this year is shaping up to be one of the best competitions to date. With an estimated 150 athletes, it is sure to be a fun, competitive and exciting event!
“It is our goal each year to run a highly-organized event and make it an enjoyable, relaxed competition for all the athletes,” co-promoter Shannan Francois says. “When Mike competed in the Arnold Classic, he always appreciated the extra attention to detail and we try to do the same at the NPC EAS Mike Francois Classic! From the goody bags and contest t-shirts for each athlete to the beautiful Neils Anderson sculptured trophies and complementary food backstage, we strive to make it a great event for all!”
OPTIMUM CLASSIC: SHREVEPORT, LOUISIANA
The NPC Optimum Classic will be held in conjunction with the Optimum Pro Figure Championships. Linda McKown, last year’s Overall Fitness winner, went on to receive her pro card at Team Universe.
SOUTHERN USA/SHANNON DEY CLASSIC: PANAMA CITY BEACH, FLORIDA
The 33rd Annual Southern USA Bodybuilding Championships will be held in conjunction with the 7th Annual Shannon Dey Classic. The two-day even begins on Friday.
PALMETTO CUP: COLUMBIA, SOUTH CAROLINA
Held one week before the Junior USAs in the same state, the Palmetto Cup should play host to some of the top competitors in the region looking to qualify for the first pro qualifier of the year next weekend. IFBB Pro Curtis Bryant is the featured guest poser.
MID ATLANTIC NATURAL CLASSIC: EAST BRUNSWICK, NEW JERSEY
The 21st edition of the Mid Atlantic Naturals come to East Brunswick, NJ this weekend.
MICHIGAN STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS: DETROIT, MICHIGAN
OTHER NPC EVENTS THIS WEEKEND:
– Eastern Seaboard Championships – Duluth, Georgia
– High Desert Classic – Bend, Oregon
– Illinois Championships – Chicago, Illinois