Here are some notable wrestlers from The Bahamas, particularly in professional wrestling and Olympic-style wrestling:
Professional Wrestlers
1. Ricardo “Rico” Dean
- A Bahamian professional wrestler and trainer.
- Known on the local circuit and has helped promote wrestling in The Bahamas.
- Played a significant role in developing wrestling programs and mentoring youth.
2. Kendrick “Rage” Cox
- One of the well-known names in Bahamian wrestling circuits.
- Competed in regional Caribbean events.
- Recognized for his efforts to grow wrestling entertainment in Nassau and beyond.
Amateur/Olympic Wrestling
Wrestling in the Olympic or freestyle/Greco-Roman style is not as widely developed in The Bahamas compared to athletics or boxing, but youth training programs and initiatives are growing.
- The Bahamas Wrestling Federation oversees amateur wrestling.
- Young Bahamian wrestlers have represented the country in Caribbean and Commonwealth competitions.
- Ongoing efforts exist to promote wrestling as a sport in schools and youth programs.
International Influence
While the Bahamas has not yet produced globally famous WWE or Olympic-level wrestling stars like some larger nations, interest is growing, and some Bahamians train abroad to compete at higher levels.
