Camille Capeles

Camille Capeles, Rising Star in Grid League

Standing at 5’4″ and competing at 143 pounds, Camille Capeles packs remarkable power into her athletic frame. As player #06 for the Fort Lauderdale Lions, she brings a rich background in strength sports to the United Grid League, representing the next generation of multi-disciplinary competitors.

Since joining the Lions, Capeles has embraced her role as a rookie with characteristic enthusiasm. “I’m ready to challenge myself in this fresh environment and bring my passion, determination, and competitive spirit to the team,” she shared upon joining the squad. Her addition to the Lions roster marks an exciting new chapter in a sporting journey that spans multiple disciplines.

Before stepping onto the Grid League floor, Capeles built her athletic foundation through CrossFit, beginning in 2018. During her three years in the sport, she tested herself against the world’s best in the CrossFit Open. The 2021 season saw her tackle challenging workouts, including a 211-rep performance in workout 21.1 and a 155-pound lift in 21.4. Her dedication to improvement showed in each competition appearance.

Following her CrossFit career, Capeles turned her attention to Olympic weightlifting, where she developed impressive strength numbers. Her personal records speak volumes: a 191-pound snatch, 220-pound clean and jerk, and a commanding 310-pound back squat. These achievements are particularly noteworthy given her competitive weight of 143 pounds.

The roots of Capeles’s athletic career trace back to Freedom High School in Orlando, where she competed in track and field. As part of the 2012 graduating class, she made her mark in Metro Conference competitions, laying the groundwork for her future in competitive sports.

Orlando remains home for Capeles, where she lives near family members Wanda and Jose Capeles. This strong connection to her hometown community has provided a stable foundation throughout her athletic development.

The path from high school track athlete to Grid League competitor shows Capeles’s natural progression in sports. Each step, from track to CrossFit, CrossFit to Olympic weightlifting, and now to the Grid League, has added new skills to her athletic toolkit. Her background in explosive track movements, combined with the strength gained from weightlifting and the conditioning from CrossFit, creates a versatile skill set perfectly suited for Grid League competition.

As Capeles continues to develop in the Grid League, her diverse athletic background gives her unique advantages. The combination of speed, strength, and endurance built over years of varied competition makes her a promising addition to the Fort Lauderdale Lions. With her proven ability to excel in new sporting challenges, Capeles appears ready to make her mark in this latest competitive venture.