We are pleased to report that this years show was the usual successful contest.  The number of competitors was not as high as we would of liked but the winners were of as high caliber as any show ever held.  Three of the competitors were in shape at at bodyweights of over 210 lbs.  The audience in attendance (estimated to be at about 400) was impressed to say the least.  Surprise guest poser was IFBB pro Willie Stallings.  The judges were Pete Fancher, Dick Fudge, Bryan Abbott, Tony Curtis, Ed Beach. Master of Ceremonies, Walter Howell.

We extend our thanks to the Swamp restaurant for the post contest party & serving lunch to the judges & contest staff.

Special thanks to Corey Warren for providing the means to bring Willie Stallings to guest pose. 

We would like to thank the major sponsors D & A Nutrition, Europa, and American Nutrition of Jax

Mike Lucas has posted pictures to see them click here

Mr. Gainesville

Overall Winner Mr Gainesville 2002 - Kasper Norkus Lightweight 1st, Keith Haseman Middleweight 1st, James Albury 2nd Light Heavyweight 1st, Kenton Kennedy Heavyweight 1st, Kasper Norkus

Ms.Gainesville

Overall Winner Ms Gainesville 2002 - Robin Terry Middleweight 1st, Robin Terry

Over 35 Mr. Gainesville

1st, James Albury

Teenage Mr. Gainesville

1st, John Sescher

Novice Mr. Gainesville

Novice Mr. Gainesville Overall - Darryl Roundtree Lightweight 1st, John Sescher Middleweight 1st, Patrick Steed Heavyweight 1st, Darryl Roundtree 2nd, Keith Templin

Videos of show are available for purchase, Call 352-376-8400 for more info & prices for copies of show video, ask for John

We would like to than all who advertised in our program:  Best Jewelry & Loan, The Gainesville Dojo, Rips Cleaners, Elite Physique Wear, The Fitness Depot, Md Labs, Custom Copies & Textbooks, Bodywork by Fischer car repair, Florida Sport Nutrition, and Downtown Pizzaria.

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