Joker began his CZW wrestling career in Combat Zone Wrestling in 2002. He is a member of "The Blackout" stable with Ruckus, Eddie Kingston, Sabian and Robby Mireno. In June 2004, Joker put his wrestling career on hold to fight in the Iraq War. His last match was a death match against John Zandig and they wrestled in a secluded garage whilst the other members of Blackout watched on. The match was ended early as Blackout, getting upset watching their friend and partner receive a bloody beating, interfered in the match.