{"id":1171,"date":"2025-06-08T17:15:19","date_gmt":"2025-06-08T17:15:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/?p=1171"},"modified":"2025-06-09T16:21:51","modified_gmt":"2025-06-09T16:21:51","slug":"swerve-strickland","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/swerve-strickland\/","title":{"rendered":"Swerve Strickland"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"477\" height=\"356\" src=\"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Swerve-Strickland.png\" alt=\"Swerve Strickland\" class=\"wp-image-1172\" style=\"width:349px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Swerve-Strickland.png 477w, https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Swerve-Strickland-400x299.png 400w, https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Swerve-Strickland-250x187.png 250w, https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Swerve-Strickland-150x112.png 150w, https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Swerve-Strickland-50x37.png 50w, https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Swerve-Strickland-100x75.png 100w, https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Swerve-Strickland-200x149.png 200w, https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Swerve-Strickland-300x224.png 300w, https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Swerve-Strickland-350x261.png 350w, https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Swerve-Strickland-450x336.png 450w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 477px) 100vw, 477px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Swerve Strickland<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Lists:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/votters.com\/list-131-top-10-wrestlers-of-2025-so-far-\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Top 10 Wrestlers of 2025 (So Far)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/votters.com\/list-130-the-best-finishing-moves-in-wrestling-history\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Best Finishing Moves in Wrestling History<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/votters.com\/list-44-the-best-wrestling-champion-in-history\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Best Wrestling Champion In History<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Real Name:<\/strong> Stephon Strickland<br><strong>Ring Name:<\/strong> Swerve Strickland (formerly Swerve Strickland, Swerve the Savior, Killshot)<br><strong>Date of Birth:<\/strong> June 30, 1990<br><strong>Place of Birth:<\/strong> Tacoma, Washington, USA<br><strong>Height:<\/strong> 6 ft 2 in (188 cm)<br><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 220 lbs (100 kg)<br><strong>Billed From:<\/strong> Tacoma, Washington<br><strong>Debut:<\/strong> 2009<br><strong>Current Promotion:<\/strong> All Elite Wrestling (AEW)<br><strong>Finisher(s):<\/strong> Swerve Stomp, Pumphandle Uranage, Powerbomb Variations<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Career Highlights<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Promotion<\/th><th>Accomplishments<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>AEW<\/strong><\/td><td>AEW World Tag Team Champion (with Keith Lee as Swerve In Our Glory)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><\/td><td>Winner \u2013 AEW Tag Team Championship Tournament<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Evolve<\/strong><\/td><td>Evolve Tag Team Champion<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Major League Wrestling (MLW)<\/strong><\/td><td>MLW World Tag Team Champion<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Independent Circuit<\/strong><\/td><td>Known for high-profile matches in PWG, CZW, and beyond<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Persona &amp; Gimmick<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Swerve Strickland blends <strong>swagger, charisma, and athleticism<\/strong> into a confident, flashy persona. Known for his smooth mic skills and electrifying presence, he brings energy and style wherever he performs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Key traits:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cool, stylish, and self-assured<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A mix of streetwise toughness and showmanship<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Known for his \u201cswerve\u201d attitude\u2014unpredictable and always evolving<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Balances serious wrestling skill with entertaining promos and personality<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Represents modern wrestling\u2019s blend of athleticism and star power<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">In-Ring Style<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Swerve is a <strong>powerful, agile wrestler<\/strong> who combines strength moves with surprising speed and technique.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>In-ring trademarks:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Powerful strikes and impactful stomps<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pumphandle uranage and variations of powerbombs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Smooth transitions from striking to grappling<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>High-energy offense with crowd interaction<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ability to work both singles and tag matches at a high level<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Career Timeline<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Early Career &amp; Indies (2009\u20132018)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Debuted in 2009 and worked extensively on the independent scene<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wrestled under the name Killshot in CZW (Combat Zone Wrestling)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gained attention for high-flying and hard-hitting style<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Captured tag titles and built reputation as a reliable performer<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Evolve &amp; MLW (2015\u20132019)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Key player in Evolve Wrestling\u2019s rise, holding tag team gold<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wrestled in MLW and captured their tag team championships<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Known for hard-hitting matches and evolving in-ring style<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">AEW Breakthrough (2020\u2013Present)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Signed with AEW in 2020, debuting with instant impact<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Formed popular tag team <strong>Swerve In Our Glory<\/strong> with Keith Lee<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Captured AEW World Tag Team Championships<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Developed strong singles run with high-profile feuds and matches<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Known for engaging promos and growing fanbase<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Mic Skills &amp; Charisma<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Swerve Strickland is a <strong>captivating talker<\/strong>, blending confidence, humor, and intensity. His promos often showcase his personality\u2014sharp, clever, and charismatic\u2014making him a fan favorite both in and out of the ring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Notable Matches<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\ud83c\udd9a Keith Lee &amp; Swerve In Our Glory vs. The Young Bucks (AEW Tag Titles)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83c\udd9a Adam Cole \u2013 AEW Dark: Elevation &amp; Dynamite<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83c\udd9a Darby Allin (AEW Dynamite)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83c\udd9a Matt Sydal &amp; Ricochet (Evolve Tag Team matches)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83c\udd9a Various top AEW stars in singles and tag team competition<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Social Media Presence<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Twitter\/X:<\/strong> <a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/SwerveStrickland\">@SwerveStrickland<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Instagram:<\/strong> <a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/instagram.com\/swerve\">@swerve<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Known for engaging with fans and sharing his lifestyle, training, and promos<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fun Facts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Has a background in football and martial arts training<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Known for his fashion-forward style and influence on wrestling gear trends<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nicknamed \u201cThe Swerve\u201d for his unpredictable in-ring style and character evolution<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Formerly performed as Killshot on the indie circuit<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Has worked as a rapper and musician alongside wrestling<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Suggested Fan Ranking Lists<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Best Tag Teams in AEW History<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Top Charismatic Promos of 2020s Wrestling<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Most Underrated Powerhouses in Wrestling<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Best Wrestling Personas of the Modern Era<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Top AEW Singles Stars to Watch<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Legacy &amp; Future<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Swerve Strickland continues to build his legacy as a <strong>dynamic and versatile performer<\/strong> who combines power, style, and charisma. As AEW grows, Swerve\u2019s star shines brighter, making him a key player in the future of wrestling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u201cSwerve is redefining what it means to be a star\u2014he\u2019s a swerve you don\u2019t want to miss.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Lists: Top 10 Wrestlers of 2025 (So Far) The Best Finishing Moves in Wrestling History The Best Wrestling Champion In History Real Name: Stephon StricklandRing Name: Swerve Strickland (formerly Swerve Strickland, Swerve the Savior, Killshot)Date of Birth: June 30, 1990Place of Birth: Tacoma, Washington, USAHeight: 6 ft 2 in (188 cm)Weight: 220 lbs (100 kg)Billed [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1172,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"pagelayer_contact_templates":[],"_pagelayer_content":"","_FSMCFIC_featured_image_caption":"","_FSMCFIC_featured_image_nocaption":"","_FSMCFIC_featured_image_hide":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[156],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1171","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-wrestlers"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1171","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1171"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1171\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1254,"href":"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1171\/revisions\/1254"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1172"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1171"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1171"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/votters.com\/about\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1171"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}