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David Crockett to Appear at 2025 NWA Crockett Cup

Every year, the National Wrestling Alliance (NWA) continues to honor the late Jim Crockett, Sr., legendary promoter in the Southeastern United States for nearly five decades. The NWA hosts and produces the annual Jim Crockett Sr. Memorial Cup tag team tournament, which was originally founded in 1986 by the Crockett family, and revived by the modern day NWA in the 2010s.

Jim Sr.'s son David Crockett, longtime promoter, producer, and television host for Jim Crockett Promotions and World Championship Wrestling (WCW), will once again be in attendance at the Crockett Cup and will present the trophy to the winning team. 

Previously, both Frances Crockett and Jackie Crockett have also attended at least one of the Cup tournaments promoted by the NWA. 

 This year's event is on Saturday, May 17, 2025 at the 2300 Arena in Philadelphia, PA. For ticket info visit:
https://www.nationalwrestlingalliance.com/nwaliveevents

It's great to see that tradition continue, presented respectfully by Billy Corgan and the NWA.

David Crockett with the 2022 winners of the Crockett Cup, Jay and Mark Briscoe

David Crockett and George Pantas with the Crockett Cup trophy in 2022. 

Jackie Caudle's Memorial Service

A beautiful memorial service was held for our friend Jackie Caudle on Thursday, May 8, 2025. Jackie was the sweet wife of Bob Caudle. They were married 76 years. Jackie died on April 24, 2025.

Jackie Caudle wearing her Hulk Hogan-styled boa at her 81st birthday party.

Jackie was fondly remembered by family and friends.

There was a special moment after the service at the reception. David Crockett approached Bob, who at this point was exhausted, but he lit up like a Christmas tree when he saw David. They had a long embrace.

 

David Chappell, Bob Caudle, Dick Bourne, and David Crockett at Jackie's memorial service.

 

It was nice to see Mike Caudle again, Bob's son, who inducted Bob into the inaugural class of the NWA Wrestling Legends Hall of Heroes back in the mid-2000s in Charlotte. It was also nice to meet Bob, Jr. and other members of Bob's family, representing four generations of at this service.

 

David Crockett, Dick Bourne, and Mike Caudle

 

Jackie Caudle and Peggy Lathan in 2011. Two sweet ladies we miss!

 

Jackie and Bob Caudle with Diana Chappell, mid-2010s.

 

 

Rest in peace, Jackie. You were the life of every party, and one of the sweetest people we've ever known. We loved you dearly, and we will miss you so very much.

   

Jackie Caudle Passes Away

It is with sad hearts that we acknowledge the passing of Jackie Caudle, the beloved wife of Bob Caudle. Jackie and Bob were married for over 70 years. Jackie died in Raleigh NC on Thursday night, April 24.

Jackie was a lovely lady, such a sweetheart, and a treasure to all who knew her. She was our dear friend, and will leave an absence in our lives. 

Our condolences and love go out to Bob, to their children, and to all of their family.