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Get to know Nate Bradley!

A Louisiana- bred star that has made big waves in the big state of Texas and beyond! He began his career in New Orleans with the famous Wildkat Sports wrestling promotion under the direction of wrestler/stunt man Luke Hawx. Since then he has amassed a big following online for his in-ring skills and look. Known as "Mr. 5k", Nate Bradley is the current Texas All Star Wrestling Heavyweight Champion!


So Nate, tell our readers how and when you got stared in the wrestling business.


"I began my training through WildKat Sports and Entertainment in New Orleans, Louisiana in 2016. I reached out through email to Luke Hawx at the time, and he offered for me to come check out the school so we could speak".



You have been around for 8 years now. What are some of your favorite highlights and accomplishments in that time?


"Favorite highlights so far are:


-Being in the IPC (International Playaz Club) under Lance Romance and alongside fellow IPC Member Chris Cruz, both of which are two of my absolute best friends even outside of the business.


-Working for TASW where I was able to win my first of every title. First cruiserweight, first heavyweight, first tag titles. Super grateful for TASW.


-Traveling with Chris Cruz to Pennsylvania and Massachusetts and then back to Texas for wrestling shows is one of my favorite wrestling trips.


-Attending the 2024 CAC (Cauliflower Alley Club) Reunion with Randy Blakely (aka Lance Romance)"



Now tell us a little bit about Nate Bradley outside of the ring and away from the business.


 "Outside of wrestling I’m a fitness enthusiast. I love going to the gym and setting fitness goals. Working for and chasing after PR’s is something that I really enjoy.   I’m a huge anime fan. Currently I’m watching Dragon Ball Daima and it has been awesome so far. My favorite anime ever is probably Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure. I love playing video games too. I just finished getting the platinum trophy for the new Sonic x Shadow Generations game. Assassin’s Creed is probably my favorite video game franchise of all time, with God of War in close second."



What are your short term goals for 2025? Any rivals at the moment?


"Short term goals going into 2025 are…


-Put at least 8-10lb of lean muscle by the end of the year -Wrestle in at least 3 new states


-Earn a tryout for a major pro wrestling company


My favorite and biggest rival in professional wrestling is Chris Cruz. He’s one of my closest friends, and we’re on the best of terms. Our competitive nature and our bond to push each other to new heights makes him my greatest rival and my greatest friend."


Thanks for the quick chat! Tell everyone how they can find and follow you Nate!


 "You can find me on…

Facebook: Nate Bradley

Instagram: @thenatebradley5k

Twitter(X): @natebradley5k

TikTok: @natebradley5k"





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