Michigan duo Louie Perkins and Colbe Pudell become knife throwing champions

Louie Perkins and Colbe Pudell, residents of southwest Michigan, were crowned world champions in knife throwing at the 2026 World Axe and Knife Throwing Championships in Tulsa, Oklahoma, held in April. The young competitors, both trained at Lumberjax Urban Axe Throwing in St. Joseph, have garnered local fame since their victory, participating in parades and receiving media attention. Perkins, who also has a passion for baseball, and Pudell, who is planning to attend trade school, have drawn attention for their remarkable achievement as some of the youngest champions in the sport's history. Support from their families and local sponsors has played a significant role in their journey.

• 8:00 AMYahoo Sports — The knife throwing world champions reside in southwest Michigan