Chris Banks came to AWESOME as the tag team partner of Dan Rageous, however when the duo failed to meet with much success Banks turned on his partner. The two waged a series of pitched battles including a memorable 2 out of 3 falls match for the Jersey Shore Cruiserweight Title at Summer Heat 2008. Banks is also the frequent tag team partner of J.T. Highlander as part of the Canucks, a team of anti-American Canadians.