Category Archives: NWA Champions

Bronko Nagurski

Acrylic and paint marker on 24″ x 24″ wood Bronko Nagurski is universally regarded as one of the greatest athletes of the last century, both on the gridiron and in the squared circle. Bronislau ‘Bronko’ Nagurski was born on November … Continue reading →

Bobby Managoff

6 May ’15

Acrylic on 24″ x 24″ wood Bobby Managoff was likely the first World Champion in professional wrestling history of Armenian descent. Robert Manoogian Jr was born in 1918 and was trained by his father, who once had a match against … Continue reading →

Christian

4 May ’15

Acrylic and paint marker on 24″ x 24″ wood The body of work put together by Christian is proof that effort and determination pay off. William Jason ‘Jay’ Reso was born 1973 in Kitchener, Ontario, Canada, and met his lifelong … Continue reading →

Verne Gagne

1 May ’15

Acrylic, spray and oil on 30″ x 40″ canvas Verne Gagne is one of the most important figures in the history of professional wrestling, whose contributions will continue to be felt for generations to come. Born 1926 in Robbinsdale, Minnesota, … Continue reading →

Wilbur Snyder

22 Jul ’14

Acrylic, spray and oil on 24″ x 24″ wood If you were a fan of wrestling in the 1960’s, Wilbur Snyder’s face is very familiar to you. Born in 1929 California, Snyder was a gifted football player in high school … Continue reading →

Sting

12 May ’14

Acrylic on 30″ x 40″ canvas On the short list of the biggest names in the history of professional wrestling, you will find the name of the man called Sting. Born Steve Borden in 1959 Omaha, Nebraska, he soon gravitated … Continue reading →

Jeff Jarrett

27 Mar ’14

Acrylic, spray and paint marker on 24″ x 24″ wood Even though he’s been an active in-ring competitor for nearly 30 years, Jeff Jarrett’s contributions to wrestling outside of the ring may be even more notable. Born in 1967 Tennessee … Continue reading →

Dusty Rhodes

6 Jan ’14

Acrylic, spray and paint marker on 30″ x 40″ canvas Dusty Rhodes is one of the most beloved men to ever step into a professional wrestling ring. Born Virgil Runnels, Jr in 1945 Texas. After overcoming osteomyelitis in his hip … Continue reading →

Gus Sonnenberg

6 Nov ’13

Acrylic and paint marker on 24″ x 24″ wood Gus Sonnenberg was a champion wherever he competed, whether it was the gridiron or the squared circle he made his presence known and achieved their highest standards. Born 1898 in Michigan, … Continue reading →

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