The electric and daring independent wrestling tag team share their
inspiring story of how two undersized, ambitious athletes from Southern
California became the idols of millions of popular sports fans, coveted
among the ranks of AEW's elite wrestling lineup.
Featuring over 60 photographs and alternating between each brother's
perspective, this entertaining memoir is a complete portrait of what it
means to grow into--and give back to--wrestling, the sport and
profession they embody and love.
Famous for their highflying moves, Superkicks, and viral videos, Matt
and Nick Jackson are two of the hottest and most talented competitors in
professional wrestling today. Known as the Young Bucks, this pair of
ambitious brothers are an inspiration to both fans and aspiring
wrestlers worldwide due to their message of resilience and
determination. That they are also faithful family men devoted to their
loved ones gives them additional appeal.
Young Bucks begins in Southern California, where two young boys grew
up dreaming of success and fame. Matt and Nick look back on the
sacrifices they made to achieve their ambitions, from taking odd jobs to
pay for their own wrestling ring to hosting backyard events with
friends. They share their joy at being recruited into the independent
California wrestling circuit and the work it took to finally make it
professionally, and speak frankly about what it means to have the
support of millions of fans cheering their talents in arenas nationwide.
The Young Bucks talk endearingly about their sport, their faith, and
their families, sharing personal reflections and behind-the-scenes
anecdotes while paying tribute to the wrestling acts and inspirations
that came before them. They also elaborate on this historical time in
the evolution of wrestling, as the sport and its culture dramatically
change day by day.
Told with the brothers' signature wit and charm, Young Bucks is warm,
heartfelt story of hope, perseverance, and undying ambition.