Author: Marc Madison (Editor in Chief)

Cedric Alexander has committed himself to growth in a career that has spanned over a decade. One of the keys to his success has been his versatility. Best described as having an all-around style, he has faced some of the best in the world, big and small. From his first match as part of the CWF Mid-Atlantic Tag Team Title Battle Royal until today, Alexander continues to learn along the way. For five years, Alexander called Ring of Honor his home, though as most performers there, he occasionally competed for other promotions. He initially competed for the promotion as early…

Over the course of the last decade, there is no question that women’s wrestling has achieved much greater prominence. No longer the proverbial ‘bathroom break’ matches, these bouts have become a must-see competition. Regardless of where it sits on the card, women’s wrestling has grown by leaps and bounds. But one woman who always brought credibility to the distaff division, a woman who has walked quietly but carried a big stick throughout her career, is Jazz. Athletics were always an integral part of her life, from her younger days playing basketball up to today when she and her husband operate…

In a career that has spanned more than a decade, Sesugh Uhaa has proudly showcased his tremendous skillset from his time on the independent circuit to signing with a major promotion. While the name Sesugh Uhaa may not ring a bell with readers, the Nigerian-American’s career began to take off under the ring name Uhaa Nation. The name clearly derives from his actual last name but is as a much a celebration of his culture. But fans have come to know him today as Apollo Crews. Before exploring Apollo Crews time competing in the WWE it was key to explore…

A man of many names throughout his young career, Swerve Strickland has been an in-ring performer for over ten years now. A native of Tacoma, Washington, Scott’s father was a Sergeant in the U.S Army. At one point, while his father was part of the military, his entire family moved to Germany, living on a U.S. military base while there. Scott lived in Germany until he was seven years old. Their family then relocated back to the United States after that. The athlete we see today isn’t by accident. In fact, his interest in sports included track and field, basketball,…

In the world of professional wrestling, the evolution of a new talent can feel akin to the unveiling of a hidden gem. One such gem that has emerged onto the wrestling scene is Nathan Frazer, better known by his ring name, Benjamin Carter. Nathan Frazer – The Genesis of Benjamin Carter Nathan Frazer’s transformation into Benjamin Carter is a narrative steeped in ambition and unwavering dedication. Born in Manchester, England, Frazer embarked on his wrestling journey with an ardent belief in his potential. His initial steps in the wrestling world took place in the United Kingdom’s thriving independent wrestling circuit,…

Bobby Lashley. Over the course of his career, Bobby Lashley’s accomplishments, skillset, and business acumen speaks volumes not only for himself but for his culture. While his career in the ring and octagon has spanned over 15 years, he has achieved more than many may know about the multi-time champion. After graduating in 1999, Lashley would follow in his father’s footsteps by joining the army as part of the World Class Athlete Program. While he was part of the program, Lashley captured a gold and silver medal. His accomplishments inside of it only supersede Lashley’s courage outside the ring. During…

On February 5th, 1988 – the World Wrestling Federation presented The Main Event featuring Andre the Giant and Hulk Hogan for the World Championship. It was held at the Market Square Arena, Indianapolis, Indiana. The event was the first prime-time televised wrestling since reportedly 1955. The record viewership for the event at the time was 33 Million people. Hulk Hogan would defend the title in what would be his second time against Andre The Giant. It would be their first championship bout against one another since the previous year’s WrestleMania main event. As it was at WrestleMania III where Hogan…

On January 24th, 1988, the WWF presented the inaugural edition of the Royal Rumble 1988. The event took place at Copps Coliseum in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. While over the years, fans have been able to watch subsequent Rumbles on closed-circuit television, pay-per-view, and now on the WWE Network, this event wasn’t televised at all. As part of this card, fans witnessed the official contract signing for a Wrestlemania 3 rematch between Hulk Hogan & Andre The Giant, a match between the Jumping Bomb Angels & the Glamour Girls. Dino Bravo was going to attempt to break the bench press record…

Over the span of eight years, the name Nikita Koloff was synonymous with being a symbol of Russia in the United States and Jim Crockett Promotions. But before Nikita Koloff was born, Scott Simpson’s humble beginnings helped shape a career still talked about today. Scott Simpson, who was one of four children in his early life, saw his father leave his family when he was two years of age. A few years after that, 10-year-old Simspon and his family moved to Robbinsdale, Minnesota. A few years later, now a teenager, Simspon began to develop his body through weightlifting and football.…

Gentleman Chris Adams was a national Judo Champion three times over by the age of 21. During his career, his greatest successes came from competing for World Class Championship Wrestling. While he competed for the UWA and WCW, it was his time in WCCW where his star shined the brightest. His career spanned nearly a quarter of a century, where he held nearly thirty championships. In 1978 with no formal training, Adams worked for Joint Promotions with only his Judo background. Joint Promotions aired on British TV’s World of Sport. His early achievements came against the likes of Mark “Rollerball”…