Para Powerlifting home nations team announced for WPPO Irish Invitational Competition

British Weight Lifting is proud to announce the athletes selected to represent England, Scotland, Wales, and the Isle of Man at the Irish Invitational Competition, taking place on 5 July 2025 in Dublin, Ireland.

The Irish Invitational, ran by World Para Powerlifting, brings together top para powerlifters to compete, and we are thrilled to see such a talented and determined group heading to Dublin to represent their home nation.

Team England

• Mark Swan – Men’s 72kg
• Mattie Harding – Men’s 88kg
• Liam McGarry – Men’s 107kg+
• Sean Clare – Men’s 65kg
• Olivia Broome – Women’s 55kg
• Lottie McGuinness – Women’s 61kg
• Doaa Shayea – Women’s 67kg
• Becky Bedford – Women’s 67kg
• Miranda Button – Women’s 55kg

Team Scotland

• Finlay Davidson – Men’s 54kg

Team Isle of Man

• Alfie Bezance – Men’s 107kg
• Claire Losh – Women’s 55kg

Team Wales

• Evelyn Thomas – Women’s 67kg

We congratulate all the selected athletes and wish them the very best of luck as they showcase their strength and determination on the international stage.