Executive Director
CCWAA Leadership Since 1992
Richard "Ricky Star" Starbinski
The Starlight Sensation who transformed from champion wrestler to visionary leader.
From the glamorous heights of championship wrestling to the executive suite, Ricky Star has brought theatrical excellence and unwavering dedication to every aspect of CCWAA leadership.
Wrestling Legacy
Richard "Ricky Star" Starbinski dominated the CCWAA wrestling scene from 1961 to 1991, earning the nickname "The Starlight Sensation" for his theatrical entrances and dazzling in-ring performances. His career was marked by innovation, elegance, and an unwavering commitment to entertaining the sophisticated country club audiences.
Championship Achievements
- 🏆 Three-time CCWAA Singles Champion (1965, 1971, 1978) - Each reign lasting over 18 months
- 🤝 Tag Team Champion with "Magnificent" Maurice Goldbloom as "The Merger & Acquisition" (1968-1970)
- 💫 Inventor of the "Champagne Suplex" - Banned in 1973 for "excessive elegance"
- ✨ First wrestler to enter via chandelier - Las Vegas Invitational, 1974
Signature Moves & Innovation
Ricky Star revolutionized country club wrestling by incorporating elements of high society into his performances. His signature "Champagne Suplex" involved a complex maneuver where he would execute a perfect suplex while simultaneously opening a bottle of Dom Pérignon with his free hand—a feat that required years of practice and resulted in numerous champagne-related injuries to opponents.
The Starlight Sensation celebrates his historic third championship victory - 1978
Executive Leadership
Transition to Leadership
Following what organization records refer to only as "The Phieffer Incident" (court-sealed documents prevent elaboration, though we can confirm no actual flamingos were harmed), Ricky Star stepped into the Executive Director role in 1992. His unique blend of athletic experience and theatrical sensibility proved exactly what the CCWAA needed during a period of organizational transition.
Key Achievements as Executive Director
- 📠 Successfully transitioned CCWAA from telegraph to fax communications (1993)
- 💻 Pioneered electronic mail for tournament coordination (1996)
- 🎭 Established the annual Wayne Newton Invitational Gala & Wrestling Spectacular
- 📈 Increased membership by 3%—the first growth since the Reagan administration
Leadership Philosophy
"In country club wrestling, as in life, it's not whether you win or lose—it's how magnificent you look while determining the proper procedural vote for declaring a winner."
— From his upcoming autobiography: "From Headlocks to Headquarters: A Gentleman's Journey"
Personal Details
Education: Dartmouth College, Class of 1960
Residences: Las Vegas HQ, Winter in Boca Raton
Contact: CompuServe 74829,3847
Specialty: Theatrical Athletics & Executive Leadership
A Legacy of Excellence
"Ricky Star's influence extends far beyond the wrestling mat. His vision of combining athletic excellence with sophisticated entertainment has shaped the CCWAA into the premier organization it is today."