May 21st – WLW returns to Richmond, MO May 27th & May 28th – WLW and the Harley Race Wrestling Academy hosts 2 day beginners camp June 4th – WLW hosts special early afternoon event in Plattsburgh, MO June 25th – WLW debuts in Bell, MO July 30th – WLW brings professional wrestling BACK to the Pike County Fair! August 22nd through August 26th – the 2016 Harley Race Wrestling Camp. August 27th – WLW hosts Night of Champions 2.
Ricky Cruz lays his MWR Missouri Heavyweight Championship on the line against “The Legacy” Leland Race at New Breed Wrestling on April 30. Â The card is at Liberty Park Convention Hall in Sedalia.
Leland Race is no stranger to the State title. Â Although this is his first shot, his father Harley Race was the first and the last man to hold promoter Sam Muchnick’s version of the title in 1972 and then 1986.
It’s more than just a name for Race though. Â Leland pinned Jon Webb in November and Karim Brigante in March. Â He has been ranked in our Top 10 list since its inception in late 2014.
Ricky Cruz’s ninth defense could be the junior Race’s birthright claim.
Missouri Heavyweight Championship CRicky Cruz vs. #7Leland Race
#4Evan Morris vs. Steve Fender
Mark Sterling vs. Karim Brigante
Trevor Murdoch vs. Cousin Gator
“Miss Natural” Heather Patera & Stacey O’Brien vs. Lucy Mendez & Miss Monica Passeri
During the MWR Years no wrestler has been more successful in the Midwest by capturing titles, headlining matches and winning awards more than Jeremy Wyatt. His talents and skills earned him the nickname the Belt Collector as he won or challenged for just about every prestigious heavyweight championship in the area.
After an injury that at All American Pro Wrestling that threatened his livelihood that would have ended many lesser men in the sport, Wyatt returned to squared circle to somehow be better than ever. During the 2015 year Wyatt captured the 3XWrestling Championship as well as the Metro Pro Wrestling title on the way to an historic year where he was challenged by many of the best in the sport today. The victories would have been great for any wrestler but the fact that he had to win the matches against the likes of Christopher Daniels, Matt Striker, Matt Cage, Ricky Cruz, and Ace Steel or else see his career come to an end thanks to the evil Commissioner Michael Strider.
With Wyatt getting the last laugh during those epic battles Strider was sure that he had the answer to stop the reign of Wyatt when he signed the 60 minute Iron Man title Match in December against his often rival-often ally Mark Sterling. When the smoke cleared and the dust settled in overtime, Wyatt proved once again why he is had remained on top for so long.
2015 was a very embarrassing year for Commissioner Strider as he had proven unable to strip the title off of Wyatt. As a wrestler Strider was one of the very best in his era, and what made him so great was the desire to win, the never give up attitude that had earned him the love of the fans at one time. With a new year abound he signed one of the toughest baddest men in Ring of Honor today the Beer City Bruiser to deliver the pain on Wyatt in front of a packed house in January.
Wyatt was able to overcome the constant interference from Strider, Sterling to amazingly overcome the power of the Bruiser. Wyatt attempted to taunt Strider once again as he tried to get Strider to come out of retirement to face him one on one in what would have been a historic battle in front of two men who have once been both the most hatted and the most love men in Metro Pro Wrestling history.
Strider’s critics could very well point out many flaws of him as a commissioner, but he had already had a plan B in place as he quickly told Wyatt that his next challenge would come from the ECW Legend Rhino.
You could feel the buzz in the SOLD OUT Turner Rec Center that the man beast Rhino was in the house to do what so many before him was unable to do, defeat the MPW Champion Rhino. Unlike other match-ups prior to their match with the champion, Rhino would make no appearance prior to the war that would explode in Kansas on this night.
The ring would not be big enough early on as the two fought up and down the bleachers of MPW, as the fans ran for cover and tried their best to get a photo of the brutal action as the two me tore into each other. After several moments of intense action Wyatt dropped Rhino on his head with the lightning spiral and had him beat. Stride distracted referee Michael Crase right before the 3 count for what looked to be the win. Yet, Strider quickly got the referee’s attention to stop the count.
Wyatt let his temper get the best of him as he grabbed Strider, delivered a punch that popped the crowd. Seizing the opportunity with Wyatt’s back turned, Rhino drilled Wyatt with the Metro Pro Wrestling title belt. Strider who was arguing with the referee, quickly ordered him to turn around to count the final pin of Wyatt’s career.
With a shocked and stunned crowd watching Rhino becoming the 9th man to hold onto the Metro Pro Wrestling title, Strider celebrated in the ring like he had just won the title himself. As Wyatt laid there knocked out, Strider offered Rhino a 10,000 dollar bonus if he would drop the title and give it to Strider. Rhino would prove to be a mercenary that would earn his money and the legacy as the man that would end the career of Jeremy Wyatt.
Metro Pro Wrestling returns on June 4th and it has been announced that Strider has demanded that since Wyatt is now gone, Strider would be the man to accept Wyatt’s 2015 MWR Wrestler of the Year Plaque.
A special night for the fans as they will also have the chance to meet the tag team legends Demolition and the start of a 16 man tournament featuring many of the best wrestlers in the country to claim the vacant MPW Championship.
Till then let us take the chance to look at some of the highlights of the exciting June event that also featured the 2015 MWR Future Star presentation of Redwing
Steve Fender’s new championship, the exciting 6-man match between the Riegel Twins team up with Jon Webb vs. Mike Sydal and the Kansas City Kings, as well as Jake Dirden’s huge win against Mark Sterling, and so much more.
The Math Magician defeated Jay Howard and Benjamin Boone
The Commission (Pierre Abernathy & Evan Gelistico) defeated Team Vintage (The Iceman & Kraig Keesaman)
Metro Pro Wrestling Central States Champion Ace Steel defeated Devin Thomas
Jake Dirden defeated Mark Sterling
Jon Webb & The Riegel Twins (Logan & Sterling) defeated The King Brothers (Jake & Ryan) & Mike Sydal
Steve Fender defeated Redwing to win the Metro Pro Wrestling Kansas title
Lucy Mendez defeated Angelus Layne
Rhino pinned Jeremy Wyatt to become the Metro Pro Wrestling Champion
MPW Commissioner Michael Strider paid Rhino 10,000 dollars for the Metro Pro Wrestling title.
Tickets now available for Metro Pro Wrestling‘s Sixth Anniversary show on June 4! Helping to celebrate will be legendary tag team Demolition! Get your tickets fast! http://www.metrowrestling.com/store/
MWR Fans know Brian Thompson very well as he can been seen around the country including here in the Midwest at World League Wrestling, High Risk Wrestling, Midwest Impact Pro just to name a few. Please beware the warning, but with these 3 great wrestling minds, you know its going to be a fun ride.
The second edition of the School of Morton Podcast, co-hosted by Ricky Morton and IKON Brian Thompson, is now available and features special guest Jim Cornette. Warning: This broadcast features strong language that may not be suitable for all listeners.
In an historic night of pro wrestling, fans in Warsaw, Missouri got to witness the crowning of a brand new High Risk Wrestling Champion after Mike Sydal showcased why he is one of the top stars in the country in back to back matches.
Sydal had earned a semi-final match by defeating upstart Paco in March to face the infamous Tyler Copeland. Copeland proved why he was a man to be watching in 2016 as he took it to the Sydal from start to finish, but it would not be enough on this evening.
In the march quarterfinal battle Elvis Aliaga continued his path to the topping the Math Magician. In the semifinals the youth of Aliaga was tested against the rugged Tony Kozina. Aliaga the 2014 MWR Future Star award recipient was cocky throughout as he took some punishing blows from Kozina, but would prevail to move in the finals.
In the tournament finals Aliaga showed no fear as he pounded on Sydal as he taunted the HRW fans. Sydal would withstand the onslaught to find an opening to hit the moonsault to a huge roar from the crowd to once again become a champion in the MWR coverage area.
HRW June 25th at the Warsaw Community Center in Warsaw, but be sure to check out MWR in the future for a recap of an event that saw a wild grudge match between Mike Outlaw and Justin D’air as well as the first time ever match up between the 2015 Tag Team of the Year, High Level Enterprise and the HRW Tag Team Champs the Riegel Twins.
WATERLOO, Iowa—The National Wrestling Hall Fame Dan Gable Museum has released the final schedule of events for the George Tragos/Lou Thesz Professional Wrestling Hall of Fame induction weekend on July 21-23.
Call (319) 233-0745 or dgmstaff@nwhof.org to secure all-access passes ($100), tickets to the Impact Pro Wrestling show ($25 Ringside or $15 General Admission), or banquet tickets ($60).
Only eight all-access passes remain. Tickets for the Impact Pro Wrestling show go on sale on Monday, May 9.
The full schedule of events can also be found on nwhof.org/waterloo.
2016 Hall of Fame induction class
George Tragos Award—Chael Sonnen
Lou Thesz Award—JJ Dillon
Jim Melby Award—Dave Meltzer
Frank Gotch Award—Lex Luger
Living inductee—Bob Backlund
Living inductee—Iron Sheik
Posthumous inductee—Joe Blanchard
2016 George Tragos/Lou Thesz Professional Hall of Fame schedule
Thursday, July 21
5:30 p.m. – Reception at the National Wrestling Hall of Fame Dan Gable Museum for inductees and all-access pass holders. Includes food, beverage, and group museum tour led by Rob Schamberger. (All-access pass holders and distinguished guests only).
Friday, July 22
9 a.m. – National Wrestling Hall of Fame Dan Gable Museum opens.
11:30 a.m. – Pro wrestling evaluation with Gerald Brisco, JJ Dillon, and special guests at Five Sullivan Brothers Convention Center. Open to all-access pass holders or $15 ticket to enter.
2 p.m. – Jim Ross live Ross Report at Five Sullivan Brothers Convention Center. Open to all-access pass holders and distinguished guests or $30 ticket to enter.
6 p.m. – Doors open to the Impact Pro Wrestling show at Five Sullivan Brothers Convention Center.
7 p.m. – Impact Pro Wrestling show starts at Five Sullivan Brothers Convention Center. Front row ticket included for all-access pass holders otherwise tickets are $25 for ringside and $15 for general admission (while available).
9:30 p.m. – After party at the Screaming Eagle located at 228 E 4th St. Free shuttle and private room for all-access pass holders and distinguished guests. Main room open to the public.
Saturday, July 23
10 a.m. – Doors open at the National Wrestling Hall of Fame Dan Gable Museum for all-access pass holders.
10:30 a.m. – Open forum with Jim Melby Award winners Dave Meltzer of the Wrestling Observer Newsletter (2016) and Wade Keller the Pro Wrestling Torch (2015) with fan submitted questions. All-access pass holders only.
Noon – Doors open at the National Wrestling Hall of Fame Dan Gable Museum to general public ($10 admission).
12:30 p.m. – Salute to the legacy of the Four Horsemen at the National Wrestling Hall of Fame Dan Gable Museum.
2 p.m. – Autograph signing with professional wrestling legends at the National Wrestling Hall of Fame Dan Gable Museum. All-access pass holders allowed to enter first or $20 autograph ticket required (individual signers will charge).
5 p.m. – Hall of Fame reception at Five Sullivan Brothers Convention Center.
6 p.m. – Induction banquet at Five Sullivan Brothers Convention Center.
7 p.m. – Induction ceremony at Five Sullivan Brothers Convention Center with Jim Ross as master of ceremonies. All-access pass includes banquet ticket or $60 per ticket.
Scheduled to appear
Brian Blair
Baron Von Raschke
Bill Murdock
Bob Backlund
Chael Sonnen
Charlie Thesz
Dan Gable
Dave Meltzer
George Schire
Gerald Brisco
Greg Oliver
Iron Sheik
Jason Sanderson
Jim Ross
JJ Dillon
Ken Patera
Larry Hennig
Lex Luger
Magnum T.A.
Ricochet
Rob Schamberger
Stan Kowalski
Steve Johnson
Terry Funk
Tessa Blanchard
Tully Blanchard
Wade Keller
Wes Brisco
For all of our fans that are in the greater Richmond, MO area, get ready! May 21st we are coming to town! WLW will be hosting another awesome live event at the Richmond Community Center as a fundraiser not only for the Miss Ray County Pageant Scholarship fund, but also for the Richmond High School band! Tickets will go on sale at the outlets this week, but are already on sale online at http://www.harleyrace.com/event2.html! Be sure to get them now!
Ticket Alert: Front row is going fast! A few still remain but grab them as soon as you can!
PWCS Presents: Stage One 2016
The 2016 PWCS Season is about to get under way! With the STLI and PWCS Draft in the books, the time for talk is over, and its time to start our path to the 2016 Championship!
Stage One 2016 will be the beginning of the regular season, but might be the end of one man’s career as KC Karrington and Steven Kennedy look to finally settle the score in a huge Last Man Standing main event! KC and Kennedy battled all through out the 2015 season and look to end their blood feud on April 30th one way or another!
Plus much more as The Resurgence battles the Ego Busters and the Blacklist takes on the newly christened Submission Squad!
Tickets At: WWW.PWCSWrestling.com
Front Row: $12 ($15 at the door)
Adult General Admission: $10 ($12 at the door)
12 & Under General Admission: $8 ($10 at the door)
***Last Man Standing Main Event***
Steven Kennedy (Resurgence)
Vs.
KC Karrington (Ego Busters)
Davey Vega (Resurgence)
Vs.
DirdEy Jake Dirden (Ego Busters)
Also Signed To Appear:
Viking War Party (Rudloph and Parnell)
Zakk Sawyers
PACO
Adam Caster
Makaze
Danny Adams
Pierre Abernathy
Gary Jay
Everett Conors
and more!
8-Time NWA World’s Heavyweight Champion and WLW Owner – Harley Race – presents to you Episode 9 of WLW-TV! This weeks episode features a wrestler that you haven’t seen on this YouTube Series before – that being Karim Brigante – along-side of his manager – Miss Monica. He goes head-to-head with fan favorite Jon Webb! In the main event of this week’s episode, the Black Hand Warriors challenges for the WLW Tag-Team Championships in a feud that has been brewing for months!
Missouri Wrestling Revival 