Northeast Mississippi Teenager To Compete In National CrossFit Competition

TUPELO, MISS. (WCBI) – A Northeast Mississippi teenager is working hard to earn top rankings in the world of CrossFit competitions.

For Jack Hofmister , his full time job, is working out.

“It’s about six to seven hours a day , I break that up into two or three sessions a day,” Hofmister said.

The 17 year old started in CrossFit competitions in 2018, and won first place at the Beach Brawl in Pensacola that same year He has qualified for the Pit Fitness Ranch Elite Teen Throwdown the first week in September in Three Rivers Michigan.

His homeschool schedule allows him to spend the time required follow a strict training and nutrition plan.

Krissy Beasley is co owner of CrossFit R2F and Jack’s coach. She says his hard work, dedication and determination have never wavered.

“As soon as he walked through those double doors, and hit the floor we just could initially see some potential in him and see this was where he needed to be for sure,” Beasley said.

Jack is raising money for his Michigan trip by selling “Team Jack” shirts. The shirts have a Bible verse that Jack says is his true source of strength.

“My favorite verse, Second Corinthians 12:10 on it, true strength comes from God, I couldn’t do any of this without Him , the ability He has given me and all the opportunities He’s given me as well, to be able to train throughout the day, not to have to worry about certain things,” Hofmister said.

Jack will continue his hard work right up to the competition in Michigan, then a few weeks later he is looking to get his third consecutive first place win at the Pensacola Beach Brawl.
Jack plans to attend college, join the ROTC program, and the National Guard. He also plans to continue competing in CrossFit events.