…[Wes] is getting the best of me and he’s the best athlete we’ve ever had so the combination is powerful.
- DAVE SPITZ
HEAD COACH
THE SERIES
For more than four decades, the United States men's team has experienced an Olympic medal drought in weightlifting. 2020 will be one of the most memorable and unique Olympic years in modern history. Through the storm, Wes Kitts and Team USA have kept their eyes on the prize with hopes to end the medal drought and return to the US victorious.
With the 2020 Olympics postponed due to the Covid-19 pandemic, Wes, and team USA, will have to adapt and dial in training for one of the most unique Olympics in history. Wes uses pride for his country and dedication to a lost love one to push the boundaries of athleticism and fuel his dream to become a champion on the world’s largest stage.
Originally from East Tennessee, Wes began his athletic career as a D1AA Tailback at Austin Peay State University. Following graduation, Wes continued his athletic career competing in both Olympic weightlifting and CrossFit which resulted in being drafted to the New York Rhinos (National Pro Grid League) where Wes was selected as the Player to Watch in 2016.
Do not be fooled by his humble attitude and southern accent; as a 109kg weightlifter, Wes currently holds two national records of 223kg in the Clean & Jerk and a 176kg Snatch. Wes has an extensive background in coaching both the Olympic lifts as well as weight training for sport performance and will be a great addition to the California Strength family for years to come.
WES KITTS
DAVE SPITZ
Nicknamed “The Godfather", Dave Spitz is an iconic figure in American weightlifting.
The founder of Cal Strength, he has heavily influenced the United States weightlifting landscape and popularized the sport like no other.
Dave holds recognition as one of the few USA Weightlifting Senior International Coaches in the country and is a Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist. California Strength has dominated the United States Olympic weightlifting landscape, producing numerous National Team Titles, American Records and earning medal recognition on the international stage.
