(WEST LONG BRANCH, NJ) -- Big League Concepts LLC and Afterburner Enterprises will present the world premiere of Ahead of His Time: The Bob Raskin Story on Sunday, October 25, 2026 in Monmouth University's Pollak Theatre. Admission is free. Doors open at 1:00pm, screening begins at 2:00pm.
Bob Raskin’s remarkable journey began in basketball with the ABA, followed by the Eastern Basketball League. He later entered professional wrestling with the NWF and USWA, then moved into roller derby. At the same time, Bob built a successful career in real estate investment and development. His story also reflects a deep commitment to Monmouth University, where his wife, Myrna, and daughter, Robin, each earned two degrees. Ahead of His Time celebrates a visionary whose influence reached far beyond sports.
The documentary explores Bob Raskin's personal and professional journey through basketball, professional wrestling, sports promotion, business and entertainment. It examines the relationships, challenges and accomplishments that shaped his career, along with his influence on the people who worked alongside him.
Expected special guests include Sgt. Slaughter, Wendi Richter, Mad Dog Drake, Glenn Mosley, Jake Jones and Joe Hammond, bringing together personalities from basketball and professional wrestling for the premiere celebration. Guest appearances are subject to change.
Reserve complimentary tickets - Advance reservations are encouraged but not required. Visit https://www.bobraskindocumentary.com and select "RSVP for Free Tickets." The Pollak Theatre is located on the campus of Monmouth University (400 Cedar Avenue) in West Long Branch, New Jersey.
The film was brought to the screen under the leadership of Executive Producer Dr. Elliott Haimoff of Afterburner Enterprises. Beyond Raskin's professional accomplishments, the documentary explores his friendships, mentorship and personal values, offering a portrait of the individual behind his work in sports and entertainment.
"The documentary celebrates a man whose career in sports, entertainment and business reflects the determination, imagination and entrepreneurial spirit that have helped shape the modern sports industry," said Norb Ecksl, President of Big League Concepts and a longtime friend of Raskin.
The premiere will bring together friends, family, colleagues, sports personalities and members of the public to celebrate Raskin's life and revisit chapters of basketball and wrestling history.
Big League Concepts LLC develops, produces and distributes sports and entertainment content while creating innovative properties built for today’s media landscape. Their portfolio includes BLC Distributors, BLC Vault, ProTeamPoker, the U.S. Walking Soccer Association, original documentary productions and strategic partnerships. From compelling stories and historic sports archives to new sports concepts and global distribution, BLC turns ideas into brands, content and opportunities.
Sunday, Oct 25, 2026
@ 2:00pm
Monmouth University - Pollak Theatre
West Long Branch, NJ
Basketball and wrestling personalities expected to attend Pollak Theatre screening
