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The National Wrestling Alliance (NWA) announces the return of its esteemed tag team tradition with the 2025 Crockett Cup Tournament, set to take place at Philadelphia’s 2300 Arena on May 17, 2025. This year’s event is further distinguished by the landmark participation of WWE Superstar Natalya who will compete inside an NWA ring for the first time. NWA owner and President William Patrick Corgan expresses, “We are so pleased and proud that Natalya will be making her NWA debut on May 17 in Philly and our eternal thanks to WWE for their support on this historic night.” NWA’s Chief Operations Officer Joe Galli adds, “Fans will have the opportunity to witness history as we crown new Crockett Cup winners. This is the first time during the Lightning One Era that a WWE Superstar has stepped into the ring with our NWA talent.”
The Crockett Cup promises an evening of high-stakes pro wrestling, showcasing NWA’s rich tag team tradition for the first time in Philadelphia. Established in 1986, the NWA Crockett Cup has featured the best in tag team competition. Legendary duos such as The Road Warriors, Dusty Rhodes & Nikita Koloff, Sting & Lex Luger, and reigning NWA World Tag Team Champions Knox & Murdoch have all secured victories in this iconic tournament. In 2024, the Southern Six — Kerry Morton and NWA World Junior Heavyweight Champion Alex Taylor — emerged as champions. This annual event marks the first time the Northeast has hosted the Crockett Cup. The 2300 Arena, known for its storied history as the home of ECW (Extreme Championship Wrestling), last hosted the NWA for NWA 76. Galli remarks, “Philadelphia is an ideal location for the Crockett Cup, recognized as one of the most anticipated and competitive events in the NWA calendar. Following the enthusiastic response to our sold-out anniversary celebration there last August, we aimed to enhance the experience for fans at the 2300 Arena. The inclusion of WWE’s Natalya in this year’s Cup adds a noteworthy element to our return to Philadelphia and we are excited to see who she will face from the NWA roster.”
The 2025 Crockett Cup will be a one-night event, filmed for inclusion in future episodes of NWA Powerrr. This weekly flagship broadcast is available worldwide each Tuesday at 6:05 pm ET on the NWA's official X (formerly Twitter) account. Galli concludes, “The 2025 Crockett Cup at Philadelphia’s 2300 Arena is an event not to be missed. The National Wrestling Alliance invites fans throughout the Northeast to join us for an evening of professional wrestling that is suitable for the entire family.” Tickets for the 2025 NWA Crockett Cup are available now at NWALiveEvents.com. Meanwhile, the NWA is pleased to partner with the 2025 Sacramento Grilled Cheese Festival to bring hard-hitting pro wrestling action to California’s Capital City. Slated to be held on April 12-13, 2025, the Sacramento Grilled Cheese Festival celebrates everyone’s favorite comfort food — the iconic grilled cheese sandwich. Offering sampling of craft beer, wine and spirits, food tasting from top restaurants throughout the area, live music and in-ring action from the National Wrestling Alliance, this two-day event promises to do more than simply melt hearts and cheeses.
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“From pro wrestling and rock music around the world to pro wrestling and grilled cheese in Sacramento, the National Wrestling Alliance has always found fun, creative ways to bring together American favorites. The National Wrestling Alliance is excited to showcase its top stars and signature brand of pro wrestling at the 2025 Sacramento Grilled Cheese Festival,” says NWA National Promoter Bryan Idol. “We’re proud to announce our partnership with the National Wrestling Alliance to add a thrilling new element to the Sacramento Grilled Cheese Festival. This collaboration pairs exceptional cuisine with legendary wrestling, creating an experience like no other. From the moment you arrive, you'll be swept up in a dynamic atmosphere of bold flavors and world-class entertainment,” says Festival Producer and Coordinator Jessica Palmer. Saturday’s adults-only affair invites foodies on The Great Grilled Cheese Escape from 1:00-5:00 pm (VIP doors open at 11:00 am). Restricted to those 21-and-over, VIP ($200) and General Admission ($100) ticket holders can jam to live music while partaking in unlimited samples of specialty grilled cheese, craft beers, spirits, regional wines and sweet treats. VIP tickets grant exclusive access to a VIP tent, cocktail bar, beer trailer, gift bag, and festival T-shirt. The larger-than-life stars of the NWA take center stage at 2:00-3:00 pm. On Sunday, it’s Melt & Mingle: Family Day, a fun-filled, family-friendly day straight out of an '80s summer camp! From 11:00 am to 4:00 pm, enjoy live music, exciting kids activities (face painting, caricature art, coloring and more!) and interactive games for all ages. Admission is just $10, with mouthwatering grilled cheese creations from top local restaurants and food vendors, craft beer and local wines and nonalcoholic beverages available to complete the experience at an additional cost. The pro wrestling action starts at 1:00 pm.
The champions of the National Wrestling Alliance compete both days. Scheduled to appear are NWA World’s Heavyweight Champion Thom Latimer, NWA World Tag Team Champions Knox & Murdoch, NWA Women’s World Champion Kenzie Paige, Natalia Markova, Bryan Idol and more. Also slated for the weekend-long event is Houston-based Legacy Man. Known for his self-produced synth-pop music in both English and Japanese, he performs live while rollerblading. Voted as Lake Tahoe’s “Best Band” multiple years in a row, The Bread and Butter Band will also perform. This quintet crosses musical genres including rock, pop, funk, soul, pop and more. The 2025 Sacramento Grilled Cheese Festival comes to 2115 6th Street in Sacramento, California. Ticketing is per day with both general admission and VIP pricing available. For complete details, visit https://www.sacgrilledcheese.com.
