Cauliflower Alley Club, from the annual meet and greets in Las Vegas back to its roots when it was founded in 1965 by Mike Mazurki in Los Angeles. Relive all these great memories and remember the stars of the past that paved the way to what we see on television today in these Slam Wrestling archives. For more on the organization, visit the Cauliflower Alley Club website.
2024 Cauliflower Alley Club stories
- Oct. 14, 2024: Guest column: Meeting my hero, Negro Casas
- Oct. 3, 2024: Buff Bagwell’s CAC Men’s Wrestling Award acceptance speech
- Sep. 27, 2024: Sting’s CAC Iron Mike Mazurki Award acceptance speech
- Sep. 26, 2024: Allison Danger’s CAC Women’s Wrestling Award acceptance speech
- 2024 Cauliflower Alley Club reunion photo gallery
- Aug. 26, 2024: Bagwell learns that CAC is actually the Stuff
- Aug. 22, 2024: It’s true, Kurt Angle a CAC hero
- Aug. 21, 2024: Sting proves to be a perfect, pious headliner at CAC
- Aug. 19, 2024: Mat Matters: Expect the unexpected at the CAC
- Aug. 13, 2024: ‘Night Train’ Gary Jackson keeps on rollin’ down the track
- Aug. 11, 2024: Sting a worthy CAC Iron Mike Award winner
- Aug. 6, 2024: The unmatched loyalty of Lori McGee Hurst
- July 29, 2024: CAC Melby Award winner Jason Presley dug deep
- Apr. 12, 2024: Negro Casas the CAC’s newest Lucha Libre Award recipient
- Mar. 27, 2024: Allison Danger is CAC’s Women’s Wrestling Award recipient
- Mar. 20, 2024: ‘What’choo talkin’ ’bout?’ CAC to honor Todd Bridges
- Feb. 23, 2024: Sting to receive CAC’s Iron Mike Award
2023 Cauliflower Alley Club stories
- Cauliflower Alley Club 2023 Reunion Photo Gallery
- Mar. 22, 2024: Sunnier days ahead for GLOW’s California Girl
- Aug. 31, 2023: CM Punk lets fly at CAC banquet
- Aug. 30, 2023: Damn, that was a fun CAC Baloney Blowout
- Aug. 28, 2023: ‘Mr. Outrageous’ Al Burke’s transition into Hollywood
- Aug. 24, 2023: Joe Malenko proud of upcoming CAC honor
- Aug. 19, 2023: Damian 666 a worthy CAC Lucha award winner
- Aug. 15, 2023: The reinvention of Riea Von Slasher
- Dec. 26, 2022: Cauliflower Alley Club moves 2023 reunion to August
2022 Cauliflower Alley Club stories
- Cauliflower Alley Club 2022 Reunion Photo Gallery
- Oct. 7, 2022: Steve Johnson’s Melby Award acceptance speech
- Oct. 5, 2022: Joyce Grable’s beautiful CAC moment
- Sep. 29, 2022: JBL a humble top award winner at CAC finale
- Sep. 27, 2022: Memphis Mania runs wild at CAC Baloney Blowout
- Sep. 27, 2022: Huge voids unavoidable at CAC reunion
- Sep. 9, 2022: Historian Steve Johnson embodies spirit of CAC’s Jim Melby Award
- Aug. 30, 2022: Tommy Rich ‘tickled to death’ by CAC honor
- Aug. 18, 2022: Jacqueline Moore’s passion for wrestling leads to CAC honor
- Aug. 5, 2022: Billy Silverman’s five decades in stripes
- Apr. 24, 2022: Karl Lauer, dead at 83, was the Cauliflower Alley Club
- Nov. 18, 2021: Cauliflower Alley Club announces 2022 reunion
2021 Cauliflower Alley Club stories
- Cauliflower Alley Club 2021 Reunion Photo Gallery
- Sep. 26, 2021: Madusa’s CAC speech: ‘I’m not done; I am forever growing’
- Sep. 23, 2021: Rey Mysterio’s CAC speech: ‘This journey has been incredible’
- Sep. 16, 2021: Madusa and Mysterio among trailblazing honorees at this year’s returning CAC
- Sep. 15, 2021: 2021 CAC Bockwinkel Baloney Blowout a call to brotherhood and friendship
- Sep. 7, 2021: Humble Ricky Santana’s says his CAC award is result of others
- Sep. 5, 2021: B. Brian Blair creates a buzz with his autobiography
- Jan. 28, 2021: Cauliflower Alley Club postpones reunion again
2020 Cauliflower Alley Club stories
- July 16, 2020: Cauliflower Alley Club cancels 2020 reunion
- Mar. 28, 2020: Mat Matters: Goodbye, Dean
- Feb. 23, 2020: Maddison Miles a star on the rise
2019 Cauliflower Alley Club stories
- Nov. 19, 2019: Me and the Melby: When the news is about yourself
- May 12, 2019: Yohe the Great
- May 2, 2019: Mark Henry provides laughs and challenges at CAC banquet
- May 1, 2019: Dean Ambrose honors trainer Cody Hawk at CAC reunion
- 2019 Cauliflower Alley Club Reunion Photo Gallery
- Apr. 29, 2019: Iron-lifting Mark Henry worthy of Iron Mike award
2018 Cauliflower Alley Club stories
- May 10, 2018: Complicated legacy of Fabulous Moolah on trial at CAC
- May 3, 2018: Shawn Michaels adds ‘Mr. CAC’ to his amazing resume
- May 1, 2018: For Brickhouse Brown, a night of courage and emotion
- Apr. 28, 2018: Baron von Raschke Q&A Part 2: Managers, tag teams & Mrs. Claw
- Apr. 24, 2018: Baron von Raschke Q&A Part 1: Claw holds & army life
- Apr. 21, 2018: Blue Demon Jr. honoured by CAC’s first Lucha award
- Apr. 20, 2018: Tony Storm hopes CAC honour gets him to the next level
- Apr. 16, 2018: Mickie Henson’s career — and life — hardly a quick 1-2-3
- Apr. 14, 2018: Don Luce the ‘godfather’ of pro wrestling research
- Mar. 30, 2018: Mat Matters: Remembering Red & Carol, king and queen of the CAC
2017 Cauliflower Alley Club stories
- Jun. 25, 2017: Transcript: Tully Blanchard: ‘God put me on different path’
- May 4, 2017: Tully Blanchard main events 52nd Cauliflower Alley Club reunion
- May 3, 2017: That night the CAC’s Baloney Blowout began to GLOW
- May 2, 2017: Making new friends at the Cauliflower Alley Club
- Apr. 29, 2017: Tokyo Monster Kahagas a proud ‘indie guy’
- Apr. 24, 2017: Versatility key to career of Cuban Assassin Fidel Sierra
- Apr. 23, 2017: GLOW’s behind the scenes maestro was Matt Cimber
- Apr. 16, 2017: ‘How blessed am I?’ Bobby Simmons’ journey from referee to pastor
2016 Cauliflower Alley Club stories
- Apr. 25, 2016: Praise for ‘The Enforcer’ Arn Anderson
- Apr. 22, 2016: Trish Stratus’ career defined by not being ‘just eye candy’
- Apr. 18, 2016: Father-son Orndorff speeches highlight of CAC
- Apr. 14, 2016: Trish brings Stratusfaction, Orndorffs bring tears to CAC banquet
- Apr. 13, 2016: CAC Baloney Blowout soars with High Flyers
- Apr. 12, 2016: Unavoidable void at this year’s CAC reunion
- Apr. 8, 2016: ‘Mr. Wonderful’ Paul Orndorff Q&A
- Apr. 6, 2016: Lance Russell Q&A Part 2: Brawls, empty arenas, impact
- Apr. 5, 2016: Trish Stratus first woman to receive CAC’s Iron Mike Award
- Mar. 29, 2016: Sue Aitchison: Making wishes come true at WWE for 30 years
- Mar. 18, 2016: Lance Russell Q&A Part 1: Happy 90th birthday!
2015 Cauliflower Alley Club stories
- May 10, 2015: Thoughtful words from the ‘Glama-mom’ Beth Phoenix
- Apr. 21, 2015: Thank you from a Fallen Angel
- Apr. 17, 2015: In one night, an award and a rib for Wes Brisco
- Apr. 16, 2015: Larry Hennig proves he’s a worthy headliner at CAC banquet
- Apr. 15, 2015: Different kind of ‘Killer Bees’ at Cauliflower Alley Baloney Blowout
- Apr. 14, 2015: Plenty to do at the CAC reunion
- Apr. 13, 2015: Hugs all around at the CAC
- Apr. 11, 2015: Dillon tagging with Funk again to emcee CAC banquet
- Apr. 12, 2015: Go go Godzilla! Jax Dane attacks CAC!
- Apr. 10, 2015: CAC to honour DDP for humanitarian work
- Apr. 9, 2015: Larry Hennig Q&A: Early days through to the CAC’s Iron Mike Award
- Apr. 8, 2015: The Jerry Brisco Q&A Part 2: Innovators and giving back
- Apr. 7, 2015: The Jerry Brisco Q&A Part 1: Tag chemistry, amateur wrestling, Jack
- Apr. 5, 2015: Many years of hard work pay off for Dennis Brent with CAC’s historian award
- Apr. 4, 2015: Cauliflower Alley Club set for a big 50th bash
- Feb. 18, 2015: Malia Hosaka’s career was off the beaten path
2014 Cauliflower Alley Club stories
- June 24, 2014: CAC award ultimate honour for Scrap Iron Pearce
- June 5, 2014: ‘Odd noise’ highlights Cauliflower Alley Club awards
- June 4, 2014: Unexpected tribute moves Cauliflower Alley Club crowd
- June 4, 2014: Santana Garrett — TNA’s Brittany — named CAC Future Legend
- June 3, 2014: Conway regains NWA World title in Las Vegas
- June 3, 2014: Ten years later, Cheerleader Melissa far more than a future legend
- May 28, 2014: Terry Taylor’s lifetime in wrestling celebrated with industry’s top award
2013 Cauliflower Alley Club stories
- Apr. 18, 2013: Jake The Snake turns CAC banquet into a sobering experience
- Apr. 17, 2013: ‘Addiction’ to wrestling more than just baloney
2012 Cauliflower Alley Club stories
- May 18, 2012: Laughs and sage advice from Austin at CAC banquet
- Apr. 19, 2012: Austin, Steamboat delight at Cauliflower Alley Club reunion
- Apr. 19, 2012: Wendi Richter’s Cauliflower Alley Club speech
- Apr. 18, 2012: Starr, Webster, Kertsen, Lauer honored at CAC Baloney Blowout
- Apr. 17, 2012: Bobby Bass Guest Column: Laughing my way through the Cauliflower Alley Club reunion
- Apr. 11, 2012: Battle of the Sexes: Men vs Women tag in Atlanta
2011 Cauliflower Alley Club stories
- Apr. 28, 2011: Jake The Snake can still captivate
- Apr. 21, 2011: Honky Tonk Man steals show from CAC headliners
- Apr. 20, 2011: Lifetime honoree Foley captivates at CAC Baloney Blowout
- Apr. 19, 2011: From wedded bliss to tearful goodbyes at CAC
- Oct. 6, 2010: Darling Dagmar re-enters the wrestling world
- Mar.17, 2011: Pat Barrett’s lengthy travels pay off
2010 Cauliflower Alley Club stories
- June 9, 2010 The interesting road road of George “Scrap Iron” Gadaski
- Apr. 22, 2010: Ross, DiBiase lead parade of honorees at CAC banquet
- Apr. 21, 2010: Newcomers highlight CAC Baloney Blowout
- Apr. 20, 2010: Unpredictability rules at Cauliflower Alley Club
- Apr. 19, 2010: “Ho! Ho! Ho!” cries still ring out for Dean Higuchi
- Apr. 18, 2010: “Mr. Universe” Earl Maynard returns to the fold
- Apr. 16, 2010: Jim Ross to be applauded for a lifetime in wrestling
- Apr. 15, 2010: Peers celebrate Roger Kirby’s skills
- Apr. 14, 2010: Joyce Grable to be honoured by CAC
2009 Cauliflower Alley Club stories
- Apr. 23, 2009: O.D.B., Hero, Murdoch share CAC experiences
- Apr. 15, 2009: Top CAC award goes to top CAC man Nick Bockwinkel
- Apr. 15, 2009: CAC Baloney Blowout overrun by Iron Sheik
- Apr. 14, 2009: Health updates dominate Cauliflower Alley Club reunion
- Apr. 13, 2009: CAC to honour “King of Belts” Reggie Parks
- Apr. 10, 2009: Art Crews a post-wrestling success story
- Apr. 9, 2009: Wrestling for legends highlights CAC indy show
- Jan. 19, 2009: Princess Jasmine took her act to the road
2008 Cauliflower Alley Club stories
- June 12, 2008: Hitman, Patterson, Dr. Death headline CAC awards
- June 11, 2008: CAC pays tribute to Los Luchadores!
- June 10, 2008: In awe at my first Cauliflower Alley Club Reunion
- June 6, 2008: CAC to give Butcher Vachon long overdue award
- June 2, 2008: Jim Ross off to first Cauliflower Alley Club reunion
- Apr 7, 2008: Sandy Parker: Addicted to wrestling
2007 Cauliflower Alley Club stories
- May 17, 2007: A rare case of jitters for Duke Myers
- Apr. 22, 2007: That’s entertainment! CAC banquet ranges from songs to stories to spoofs
- Apr. 21, 2007: Wrestling hailed as one of Canada’s greatest exports
- Apr. 21, 2007: CAC, PM Harper honour Canadian grapplers
- Apr. 19, 2007: A lifetime of rewards for Bob Geigel
- Apr. 18, 2007: Don Leo Jonathan earned CAC’s top honour
- Apr. 17, 2007: Tito Carreon reflects back on 15-year career
- Apr. 5, 2007: For Dillon, it’s all about emotion
2006 Cauliflower Alley Club stories
- June 11, 2006: Race & Hennig go over at Cauliflower Alley Club banquet
- Jun 7, 2006: Sports came easy to CAC honoree Jessica Rogers
- Mar 21, 2006: Bernardi leaves legacy with CAC
- Mar. 6, 2006: Mike Mazurki: Wrestling’s acting champ
2005 Cauliflower Alley Club stories
- Apr. 19, 2005: Terry Funk honored by his peers at CAC
- Apr. 15, 2005: Adrian Street proposes to Miss Linda
- Apr. 15, 2005: Youth sweats it out in Vegas
- Mar. 16, 2005: Christy & Love: Wrestling’s Bonnie & Clyde
2004 Cauliflower Alley Club stories
- Apr. 18, 2004: Heenan given CAC’s top honor
- Apr. 17, 2004: Col. DeBeers: It’s an honor to be honored
- Apr. 16, 2004: CAC a place to rekindle old friendships
2003 Cauliflower Alley Club stories
- Apr. 17, 2003: ‘Addiction’ to wrestling more than just baloney
- Apr. 6, 2003: Mad Dog gets top CAC honour
- Apr. 4, 2003: Overwhelmed in Las Vegas
- Apr. 3, 2003: News & notes from Vegas
- Apr. 2, 2003: CAC reunion year’s highlight
2002 Cauliflower Alley Club stories
- Feb. 21, 2002: Les Thatcher grooms tomorrow’s stars
- Feb. 12, 2002: Chris Benoit aching to get back in the ring
- Feb. 10, 2002: Kowalski gets top CAC award
- Feb. 9, 2002: Book fair a hit at Cauliflower Alley
2001 Cauliflower Alley Club stories
- Feb. 14, 2001: A Strong statement with Ventura portrait
- Feb. 11, 2001: Stu Hart honoured by his peers
- Feb. 10, 2001: CAC reunion full of magic
- Feb. 7, 2001: Huge reunion set for Las Vegas
1998 Cauliflower Alley Club stories
- Oct. 26, 1998: Blassie toast of Cauliflower Alley Club
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