Local athlete Patrick Holmes came away with silver and three bronze medals in the 2022 Commonwealth Powerlifting competition.
It was a solid result since training was limited because of ligament damage to his foot.
He recorded two personal bests (PBs) and an equal PB in his events.
His father/coach Tim Holmes said, “It was a great result and I could not be more proud of him. Patrick would like to thank his good friend James Wilson who picked up four golds of his own, Steve and Agnes Wilson, Polly Websdell and owner of Get Strength Gym John Strachan for their support.”
Patrick is away on Thursday for the Special Olympics National Summer Games in Hamilton where he will compete in four events at swimming.
“Patrick would like to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year for his support from the local community as it has been a tough year for a lot of families and he hopes everyone has a good break and looks forward to 2023,” Tim said.
