The Carolinas' Professional Wrestling Awards

27/07/2025

Had the opportunity to make a rather hot and sweaty trip to Daytona Beach, Florida for Atomic Legacy Wrestling's STAR SPANGLED SLAMMER 9 at the Ocean Center. We were here for the show but also for the opportunity to present Nic Nemeth with his CPWA plaque.

Been a fun year handing these things out.

Let's do it one more time.

27/07/2025

2024 Feud of the Year - Brad Attitude vs. Nic Nemeth (AML Wrestling)

TNA Wrestling Superstar Nic Nemeth received his plaque for having been chosen as one-half of the 2024 CPWA Feud of the Year for the series of matches he had with Brad Attitude in the rings of AML Wrestling prior to Atomic Legacy Wrestling's STAR SPANGLED SLAMMER 9 at the Ocean Center in Daytona Beach, Florida.

21/07/2025

When I moved to the Midlands of South Carolina back in 2008 I looked for indie pro wrestling promotions in the area - one of two that I found was Old School Championship Wrestling. Those were humble beginnings as the company was still in its infancy but what a ride it's been to see Joe & Mary Sue's hard work pay off in seeing OSCW become what it is today. Hats off to them for all they do!

2024 Cornerstone of the Carolinas Award - Old School Championship Wrestling

It was a genuine privilege to be able to present Joe & Mary Sue with the 2024 Cornerstone of the Carolinas Award for their work as the driving force behind Old School Championship Wrestling. I spoke with Joe prior to OSCW's July 2025 event regarding how many promotions don't last 17 shows yet here we were nearly 17 YEARS after I'd attended my first OSCW event. The success of the company is a testament to their heart and desire to give both the fans and talent somewhere to thrive - congratulations to them on all that they have and continue to do for independent professional wrestling in the Carolinas!

21/07/2025

It's become something of a running joke that the CPWA Ring Announcer of the Year Award should be re-named "The Wolverton", thanks to how many of our plaques Brett Wolverton has hanging on his wall. Maybe someday, but for now we're just glad to be able to celebrate his achievements as being one of the preeminent voices of indie pro wrestling in the Carolinas.

2024 CPWA Ring Announcer of the Year - Brett Wolverton

Brett Wolverton received his plaque for having been chosen as the 2024 CPWA Ring Announcer of the Year at Old School Championship Wrestling's CHUCKTOWN BEATDOWN, held July 20, 2025 in Hanahan, South Carolina.

21/07/2025

28/06/2025

It is with tremendous sorrow that I share the news of Chris "Thunder" Anderson's passing.

A long-time veteran of the Mid-Atlantic, Chris went by the moniker "EVIL, MEAN & NASTY". His in-ring persona lived up to that billing as he was known for being a proper villain, wearing out opponents with a combination of tactical and mental manipulation. A true heavyweight, his imposing demeanor struck fear into the heart of anyone who stood across the ring from him.

In reality, Chris was a devoted Christian and family man who could be counted on through and through. As such, he presented one of those seemingly odd juxtapositions that only professional wrestling can foster. It shows how talented he really was.

Thunder's legacy will live on but his absence here leaves a painful void for all who knew him. Please extend thoughts, prayers, and positive energy to his family at this time. May he rest in peace.

Today NAWA and the wrestling community lost one of its family members in Chris “Thunder” Anderson. Thunder was a huge part of NAWA for many years and the news of his sudden passing is devastating to all who knew him.

While Chris was EVIL, MEAN & NASTY when the bell rang, behind the curtain he was one of the nicest and kindest human beings ever. Chris loved professional wrestling but he loved his wife, kids and the lord more.

Our hearts are broken. There will never be another like Chris “Thunder” Anderson.

wRestle in Peace.

01/04/2025

While in North Carolina this past weekend we were able to get several more plaques into the hands of their rightful owners.

James Hunter received his plaque for having been recognized as the 2024 CPWA Referee of the Year. Certainly glad to have been able to acknowledge James's career with this award as he's recently hung up his stripes. Enjoy your retirement, sir!

"The Greatest Wrestling Manager Alive" Steven Frye accepted his plaque for having been selected as the 2024 CPWA Manager of the Year. The fans may have called him "TUBBY!" but he's a winner in our eyes - he has two plaques to prove it as he was previously chosen as winner of the category in 2020.

Kaitlyn Marie has become a dominant force in women's wrestling as she is now a two-time CPWA Female Wrestler of the Year. Can she make it three in a row? We'll see in time but for now she has a pair of plaques as evidence of her standing!

Congratulations once again to James, Steven, and Kaitlyn - thanks for all you do in representing independent professional wrestling in the Carolinas!

Major thanks to Revolution Wrestling Authority owner/promoter Julian Strauss for allowing us the opportunity to present these plaques during the event. We appreciate your support of the CPWAs!

We would also like to thank Don Lefler Photography for documenting the occasion with these fantastic images!

01/04/2025

We had a great time making a special road trip to North Carolina this past weekend during which several of winners from the 2024 CPWA class received their plaques.

First up was "Dreadlock Demolition Machine" Bojack, recognized as the 2024 Fire of the Carolinas. This marks Bokack's second win for the category, his first having been in 2022.

Congratulations to him once again, and thank you for all you do in representing independent professional wrestling in the Carolinas!

17/03/2025

Had the opportunity to travel to Denver, North Carolina over the weekend for Wrestling Evolution's presentation of IDES OF MARCH.

While there we presented The Allens (Robert and Steve) with their plaques for having been selected as the 2024 CPWA Tag Team of the Year, their second-straight win in the category. We were also able to get "THE" Dontay Khalifah, reigning WE Champion, his plaque for being chosen as the 2024 CPWA Rising Star of the Year.

Congratulations once again to these talents - thanks for all you do in representing independent professional wrestling in the Carolinas!