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Step into the ring with “Hurricane Harmonies - The Top Ten Tunes That Tempered the Tussles of Harlem Hurricane,” where legendary GWA commentator Buck "Sagebrush" Thompson explores the epic soundtrack of a wrestling icon. Featuring vibrant, comic-style illustrations by several leading comic book artists contracted by the Grapple
Profiles
The Big Kat Round Bellies, comprising Roundbelly Ray and Bubba Roundbelly, were an iconic tag team from Columbus, Ohio, who brought a delightful mix of humor and surprising agility to the GWA. Known for their comedic antics and larger-than-life personas, Ray and Bubba became beloved figures in the wrestling community,
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Known frequently as "Gentleman Jim," James Montgomery stands as a pivotal figure in the Great Western Wrestling Alliance (GWA), symbolizing the golden era of professional wrestling. Entering the GWA in the late 1950s, Gentleman Jim introduced an unmatched level of theatricality inspired by the old South, paired with
Events
The GWA Rumble on the Frontier is an annual, adrenaline-fueled tournament event that became a cornerstone of the Great Western Wrestling Alliance's calendar starting in 1969. This innovative event features a series of high-stakes battle royals spread over successive weeks, where wrestlers are not only tasked with being
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A powerhouse team, combining "Ironside" Ivan Gregorovich's strength with the "Steel Hammer" Hank Roberts' technical skills. Known for their dominating presence and no-nonsense approach to matches.
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Formed in 1973, Squabble Squad, the dynamic tag team of Harlem Hurricane and "Gridiron" Gregory Harris, quickly rose to prominence within the Great Western Wrestling Alliance (GWA). Their unique blend of Harlem's agility and streetwise tactics, coupled with Gridiron's raw power and athletic prowess
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Born and raised in the swamps of Houma, Louisiana, Benny Lacroix learned to wrestle alligators at a young age, honing skills that would serve him well in the wrestling ring. His upbringing was steeped in the rich Cajun culture, full of stories, music, and a deep connection to the land
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Epitomizing the darker facets of Southern charm was Southern Comfort, consisting of Louisiana natives "The Gentleman" James Montgomery and "Bayou" Benny Lacroix. James, raised in a rural mansion of Magnolia Hall, sees the wrestling ring as a stage to flaunt the superiority he believes is his
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"Gridiron" Greg Harris symbolizes a significant moment in GWA's history, representing the promotion's ability to attract stars from different fields and broadening its appeal beyond traditional wrestling fans. He added an exciting dimension to the GWA roster, enhancing the diversity and dynamism of the
Events
Held on August 20, 1972, "Soul Power Olympic Brawl" was an electrifying blend of music, culture, and hard-hitting wrestling action set against the backdrop of the historic Los Angeles Grand Olympic Auditorium. On a night where the soulful vibes of Wattstax fill the city, the wrestling world converges
Championships
The GWA Tag Team Championship represents the pinnacle of tag team wrestling within the Great Western Wrestling Alliance (GWA), a coveted title that has encapsulated the essence of teamwork, camaraderie, and in-ring strategy since its inception. Established at the Inaugural Great Western Tag Team Round-up in 1972, the championship became
Championships
The GWA Intercontinental Championship was introduced in 1968 as a symbol of the Great Western Wrestling Alliance's (GWA) expansion and its embrace of a broader, more diverse array of wrestling talent. Inaugurated in the vibrant city of Mexico City, the title was more than a championship—it was