Stream Team Passes Torch at Rangerstop and Pop Finale

A Seven-year Run Concludes

Last weekend marked the closing chapter of Rangerstop and Pop, the Atlanta fan convention that brought Mighty Morphin Power Rangers lore to life for seven straight years. Hosted at the Omni Atlanta Hotel, the event welcomed cast members, prop masters and fandom creators, and culminated in a heartfelt handover as the original stream team stepped down.

Legacy And Leadership Change

In an Instagram post under the hashtag #mondaymemories, self-described honorary cheerleader Cat reflected on the milestone: “What an amazing show this weekend at Rangerstop and pop! The stream team created such an amazing show over the past seven years and passed the torch! Thank you to all our beautiful fans that came out and showed so much love. I’m so proud of you Nakia Burrise, Karan Ashley and Michael Andrew Buoni and I’m blessed to have watched you create something magical for the fandom. Honorary cheerleader for life! Love you, Cat.”

Weeks before the finale, Karan Ashley and her teammates even took to the airwaves. In late April, Ashley appeared with Nakia Burrise on V-103 Atlanta’s Big Tigger Morning Show to build excitement for the June 13–15 gathering, which over its run hosted more than 67 Rangers and villains spanning three decades of Power Rangers history.

Stars On Stage

Fans saw Aisha Campbell herself, Karan Ashley, step into the spotlight once more. According to her Wikipedia profile, Ashley first won hearts in 1994 as the second Yellow Ranger on Mighty Morphin Power Rangers and has since remained a fixture at fan festivals. Joining her on stage was Nakia Burrise—Tanya Sloan from Power Rangers Zeo—and convention producer Michael Andrew Buoni, who together formed the incoming leadership team ready to carry forward the spirit of Rangerstop.

During the final-day panel, the trio teased upcoming digital streams and hinted at future appearances at regional conventions. “It’s been an honor,” Ashley said to applause, recalling her first convention appearance in Manchester and underlining her commitment to fans worldwide.

Fans In Focus

Lines of cosplayers and autograph seekers snaked through the lobby. Many held Morpher replicas and vintage Power Coins, hoping for that perfect snapshot with original cast members. One fan, dressed as the Red Ranger, told reporters she’d been attending the convention since its inception. “Seeing the torch pass feels like we’re part of something bigger than a panel or photo op,” she said.

Exclusive merchandise—pins, communicator keychains and limited-edition T-shirts—sold out by midday. Earlier this spring, fans who couldn’t attend were offered mail-in autograph options through Clan McDonald Comics, ensuring no collector missed out on having their program signed.

Looking ahead, Burrise confirmed that the new stream team will host quarterly live-watch parties and launch an official Rangerstop podcast. Buoni added that they’re exploring partnerships with other fan cons, from Phoenix Fan Fusion to San Diego’s Dragon Con, keeping the community connected across platforms.

As the lights dimmed on the final Rangerstop and Pop weekend, Cat’s words rang true: a new chapter is now in motion. The baton may have moved, but the shared love for Power Rangers is as strong as ever.

Trivia

Karan Ashley has worked as a producer and has contributed to various projects behind the scenes.

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