Chikara was an American professional wrestling promotion based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The company took both its name and logo from the Japanese kanji meaning 'strength'. It was founded in 2002
Mike Quackenbush, one of the founders and the trainer until the promotion's closure
The Chikara roster of 2004
Juan Francisco de Coronado, a former Grand Champion and trainer
Mike Quackenbush
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Michael Spillane is an American podcaster, author, professional wrestling trainer, professional wrestling promoter, and semi-retired professional wrestler, better known by his ring name Mike Quackenbu
Chikara (professional wrestling)
…Pennsylvania. The company took both its name and logo from the Japanese kanji meaning 'strength' (力). It was founded in 2002 by professional wrestlers Mike Quackenbush and Reckless Youth, who also served as trainers and in-ring performers. The promotion held multiple live events per month, with the majority taking…
Quackenbush in 2019
(Left to right) Quackenbush, Shane Storm and Jigsaw, the 2007 King of Trios
Quackenbush with Manami Toyota in April 2011