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Allan Mehan
November, 2003

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Allan's biggest fans are his parents Alward and Karlene Mehan. They received a package from their son just days before Christmas 2003. In it was the World Power Lifting and Bench Press Championship Medal Allan had won the month before. His mother recalled that Allan ". . .always told us that if he won the big one, he'd give us the medal. It's quite incredible and wonderful." It seems their feelings about their son are more than reciprocated. "My mom and dad have always been very supportive of my efforts. I played hockey all the way through school, played men's rugby, played soccer at the University of Maine. They are always there for me, offering good advice. My dad always makes sure I've got what I need and looks after my equipment. I couldn't ask for better parents."

Allan, recovered from his injuries and in excellent form, plans to continue with the sport for many years to come. In April of 2004, during competition, Allan broke the Canadian record with a bench press of 650 pounds. "In this sport you can only get better with age. I have high expectations and I want to be the best. It's great to have bragging rights for at least a year."