Mike Quackenbush Issues Official Statement On CHIKARA Closing

Mike Quackenbush has officially issued a statement about CHIKARA closing in the wake of #SpeakingOut allegations. He confirmed Chikara will be closing and he will be stepping down as head trainer of Wrestle Factory.

“I have been made aware of recent allegations about myself, and people in my employ.

“I take all allegations seriously – whether they are about me, or members of my team.

“Addressing these with openness and transparency is of the utmost importance to me. So these matters can be given the proper time and attention, I am discontinuing CHIKARA and resigning as head trainer at the Wrestle Factory.

“I’ll make a full statement on these matters in the near future.”

As you can see, Quackenbush did not address the specific allegations made against him. We will continue to update this story as it develops.

The #SpeakingOut movement continues to make waves in the wrestling world. Hopefully, this will lead to a positive change in the business for all parties who remain after the dust settles.

• Mike Quackenbush
• chikara
• Speaking Out
• Wrestle Factory

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