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Dubi meets the IHW Fans June 2010

Posted by flairwhoooooo on June 29, 2010

By Dubray Tallman

We are back with another edition of Dubi Meets the fans, last time we were in Des Moines Iowa for 3XW and for this one we had to travel through Missouri to Illinois to make our way to Dupo for Independent Hardcore Wrestling.

IHW has been red hot in 2010 with some large crowds that have been very energetic, in fact the size of the crowd have got so large that they are going to need to find a new building to hold all the fans. This night would be no different as IHW was filled with a great mix of talent including a non-title rematch between IHW Champion Brandon Aarons taking on the self proclaim greatest wrestler ever from Illinois, the current IHW Illinois Champion Eric Allen, the ultra talented Bailey Mannix met Tony Kozina while Mr. Late Nite caused chaos and Evan Money, Steven Kennedy, Billy McNeil and Sean Vincent went toe to toe to become the 2ND Annual IHW ST Louis Invitational Tournament Champion that Aarons had won last year. This year the hated Sean Vincent would take home the bragging rights.

Everywhere we go Brian and I have a ton of friends and with so many promotions in St Louis it is only magnified which makes going to the shows a ton of fun. Brian had spoken to our friends Jonathan Jones and his wife Lena on the way to the show to find out if they were going to make it to the show but one of their children was in the Hospital so he was unsure of what time they could make it.

Prior to the show started I ran into the people from Iconsofwrestling who have the wonderful Gods of Wrestling painting with so many old and new stars filling this must see painting. This was the first time that I had seen this and I have to say it was a sight to see. I went in to get Brian to let him know that the artist Icon, Ed Schultz and Dotty Mattis were there. While we sat outside talking fans where coming by to check out this masterpiece. Brian mentioned to them that they should contact both Metro Pro and Larry Barber about showing off the poster in Kansas. He also stated that this summer’s big Wrestling Hall of Fame ceremonies in Iowa was about to happen and would be a golden opportunity to share the art with many people that love Wrestling. They are really hard at work promoting this one of a kind piece and was on their way to do double duty that night as they were off to meet our good friend Herb Simmons at MMWA-SICW. If you would like to check out the Gods of Thunder click here.

Before I knew it the doors had open and the crowd filled the building waiting for some great wrestling action. Brian was busy proudly showing off the new MWR Trading card that Mephisto had done which went over well with everyone. The next day he was to announce that Tyler Black would be the 10th card but was keeping it a secret till he posted it on the site. I know if Brian won the lottery he would just make a card for everyone but though expense of making one is reasonable making several can become expensive , so for the time being he is unable to make as many as he would like. If you would are a wrestler, Manager/Valet or referee and would like to have an awesome collectable for you to sell or have I highly recommend that you contact Brian on the details. Already in the set are Santana G, Mark Sterling, MsChif Kahagas, and Mike Sydal. Likewise if you are a business or wrestling school and would like to sponsor a wrestler with your business logo on the card feel free to ask how. Personally I don’t think that it will be complete until there is a Derek Stone and Dubi card.

It seems as if everyone was excited to be a part of Dubi meets the fans so it is getting easier to find people to want to be a part of it. This night wrestling Superfan Erica Jones was joined with her sister Michelle brought birthday boy Joshua Jackson who had just turned 7th and little man Ellies. A great way to celebrate your birthday is at a wrestling show. They were all big fans of Mephisto who happily took the time to take a picture.

Joshua and Ellies with Mephisto (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

Young Braden Pulcher was at IHW for the first time so I let him watch the matches to decide which IHW Star he would take his picture with. Not surprisingly he chose the charismatic “The Kid” Evan Money to have his picture with. Money was successful in the first round Jordan McEntyre in an exciting match and during the intermission posed with his new fan.

Braden Pulcher and Evan Money (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

Next up was one of the most  hardcore  wrestling fans in the area Andrew Adams otherwise known as the “Firefighter”. Andrew choose Brandon Aarons at first but when he saw that I took Mickie Knuckles as my picture he changed his mind and we were more than happy to have give him his wish with the hardcore beauty.

“The Firefighter” Andrew Adams and Mickie Knuckles (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

Dupo is Mephisto territory and he would be picked once again. This time Kolby Stephens wanted his picture taken with him as well. Mephisto fans would were happy to see him team up with Justin Wade to defeat MR Late Nites men Brandon Graves and Cable. The loss would lead to MR Late Nite firing Cabal while Graves and The Perfect Weapon Morbid attacking their former partner.

Kolby Stephens and Mephisto (Photo Credit Brian Kelley )

Dennis Corderant the winner of the MWR T-shirt that was thrown by superstar Adam Rich, gets to pose with the rising star (Photo Credit Brian Kelley )

The Wrestler of the night who would throw a MWR Shirt to one lucky fan turned out to be young Adam Rich. Rich was returning to the ring after a short absence and would have his hands full with the hated Canadian in the first round of the STL Tournament. Young Dennis Corderant would be the lucky fan that caught the MWR Shirt. Later in the night Rich took the time to have his picture taken with the young fan.

As I mentioned before I always try to choose a picture with a star as well though sometimes I get so busy I do not get it done. I have always been impressed with Mickie Knuckles and she happily posed with me prior to her match with Mia Martinez. Mickie is one tough girl.

Dubray Tallman and Mickie Knuckles (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

As far as Jonathan, him and Lena would not make it till the main event match with Brandon Aarrons and Eric Allen match. They were so impressed that they purchased tickets for IHW’S return to Dupo on July 24th.

MWR Fans thank you for taking the time to read this article. In the near future look for Dubi meets the Fans at Pro Wrestling Epic from Mt Pulaski Illinois and if all goes as planned we will make our long waited debut at New Midwest Wrestling in Springfield Illinois for their show Boiling Point. Keep an eye out for my special interview with Blake Steel as he goes after the NMW Title currently held by Jonathan Magnus.

Till next time fans, support your local wrestling. I hope to see you at a show real soon.

Love Dubz

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The Hunt Comes To St. Louis! Ring of Honor returns July 23rd

Posted by flairwhoooooo on June 28, 2010

Straight from the Ring of Honor Website

ROH officials announced on June 1st (http://www.rohwrestling.com/news/bangforbucks/) that Generation Me (the former Young Bucks) were making their return to Ring of Honor competition on July 23rd and 24th in Collinsville, IL and Chicago Ridge, IL respectively.

Last night, ROH officials finalized the first of Max and Jeremy Buck’s opponents; a team that GenMe wanted to face more than any other in Ring of Honor, the men that beat them in their last Ring of Honor appearance at “SoCal Showdown” (available on DVD ) – Davey Richards and Eddie Edwards – The American Wolves!

On that January night in Los Angeles, Eddie Edwards made Jeremy Buck tap out to the Achilles Lock and that loss has eaten up GenMe for months now. “We know in our hearts that we’re better than The American Wolves,” said Jeremy. “We know we can beat Eddie and Davey, and we know July 23rd will be our night.” Max added, “We have kept our eyes on Ring of Honor. We know Eddie and Davey have been wrapped up in their individual pursuits as of late and I know my brother and I have elevated our skills as a team to a whole new level. We are better than ever, and in St. Louis – Davey Richards’ adopted hometown mind you – we will prove that these young bucks, Generation Me, has always been the better team.”

ROH officials are still sorting through the contracts to determine who the Buck’s will face in Chicago and hope to have that match finalized early next week. But get your tickets for Collinsville now, right here, for ROH’s return to Collinsville, IL on 7/23/10! In addition to competing in that tag team contest, Generation Me will also be available for a special autograph signing starting at 7pm!

It’s Generation Me vs. The American Wolves! Don’t miss the cutting edge of tag team wrestling as it comes to the St. Louis area!

To purchase tickets for this show and all your Ring of Honor News please check out their website here.

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3XW July 9th 5 year Anniversary commercial

Posted by flairwhoooooo on June 28, 2010

Featuring:

3XW Heavyweight Championship – Ladder Match
Rory Fox
vs.
“The Rebel” Jeremy Wyatt (c)

Title vs. Title – Winner take all unification match
3XW Cruiserweight champion “The Rockstar” Jimmy Rockwell
vs.
3XW Pure Wrestling champion “The Viking Warrior” Kraig Keesaman

Six man tag team action
“The Anarchist” Arik Cannon & The Northstar Express – Darin Corbin & Ryan Cruz
vs.
The Gentlemen’s Club – Gage Octane & the 3XW Tag Team champions – “Delicious” Devin Carter & Casanova w/Todd Countryman

Singles match
Brian Ash w/Todd Countryman
vs.
Mark Sterling

Triple Threat
“The Unbreakable” Zach Thompson
vs.
Ryan Slade
vs.
Brady A. Dezire

Tag Team match
The Horn Dogs – Maddog McDowell & Krotch
vs.
Midwest Ground & Air – Benjamin Sailer & Nate Bash

Singles match
“The Laotian Sensation” Ricky Kwong w/Chad Mylan
vs.
Sir Bradley Charles

Singles match
“The Right Price” Aaron Masterson
vs.
Hunter Matthews

Tickets:

General Admission $12 Advance Tickets| $15.00 At the Door
Kids 10 & Under $6.00
Kids 3 & Under FREE Admission

Tickets go on sale June 12th at:

Jay’s CD & Hobby
5921 SE 14th
Des Moines, IA

Cup O’ Kryptonite – The Original Coffee & Comic shop!
4521 Fleur Drive
Des Moines, IA

3XW July 9th after show party will take place at our sponsor:
Z’s Bar
1511 South Union St
Des Moines, IA

All fans are welcome to attend the after party to eat & drink with the 3XWrestling wrestlers & crew!

Purchase tickets online

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Blood Tables and Chairs “The Story of an independent Wrestler” Book Review

Posted by flairwhoooooo on June 27, 2010

By Brian Kelley

 

I just purchased the brand new book by Dennis T McHawes called Blood, Tables and Chairs and must admit that I could not put the book down. McHawes wrestled as one of the favorite Indy stars of the Midwest in the 90’s going by the name of the DRILL INSTRUCTOR.

I had the chance to see him wrestle several times in Boonville, Missouri with his tag team partner Johnny Jett for a promotion that I cannot recall and recall him becoming an important member of Harley Race’s World League Wrestling.
The books first words are ….. “ST Louis – The Checkerdome – 1982” and young Dennis is attending his very first wrestling match. He is excited and makes no qualms about it. McHawes does not deny that he was a fan of wrestling and because of that you find yourself cheering him on. The Drill Instructor would debut at the historic South Broadway Athletic club and Dennis goes into detail about how he went about getting his foot in the door.

Throughout the book, MWR readers will recognize some of the names that he worked with. The Magic Man, Trevor Murdoch, Rick Ruby, Matt Murphy, Pete Madden, Derek Stone and Steve Fender are all included as McHawes lets us in on his ups and downs in his career. Readers will also learn that during his time with Harley Race, McHawes had the opportunity of working and partying with wrestling stars like Meng, Abdullah and even the great Harley Race himself.

He continues to share stories of Koko B Ware and former NHL Star Tony Twist, gives a true insight of how it felt to share a dream with tag team partner and friend Johnny Jett, only to have life move them in opposite directions. You’ll learn about his opinion concerning certain promoters and what kind of advice not to take from the Iron Sheik.

His trips to working for WWE marked the highlights of this book for me. He lets his guard down for the readers, who are therefore able to truly feel how much he and other wrestlers wanted to impress.
You will also not want to miss his reflection on his relationship with Race. Most of us never get to work so closely and become friends with one of the greats. In all walks of life, you have friendships that have highs and lows. In the end you can really get a feel for how thankful McHawes is towards the people who helped him.

For only $12.00, I highly recommend that you purchase this book You can purchase it at Amazon.com 

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Mike Sydal Update Part 2- Sydal takes on Christopher Daniels

Posted by flairwhoooooo on June 26, 2010

Mike Sydal (Photo Credit Scott Finkelstein)

Christopher Daniels (Photo Credit Scott Finkelstein)

Sydal finds him in the grasp of Daniels. (Photo Credit Scott Finkelstein)

Daniels finds himself reaching for air. (Photo Credit Scott Finkelstein)

Sydal is known for his speed but Daniels is a crafty veteran in top shape that can wrestle any style. (Photo Credit Scott Finkelstein)

Sydal would have to deal with the intensity of the former TNA Superstar that recently returned to Ring of Honor. (Photo Credit Scott Finkelstein)

Opponents in the Midwest is full aware of the beautiful dropkick delivered by Sydal (Photo Credit Scott Finkelstein)

Daniels turns the tide with a big move.(Photo Credit Scott Finkelstein)

Daniels will not be denied(Photo Credit Scott Finkelstein)

The Best Moonsault Ever guarantees a win for Daniels. (Photo Credit Scott Finkelstein)

Christopher Daniels defeated Mike Sydal with the Best Moonsault Ever
2010-05-21 ROH on HDNet TV @ Philadelphia, PA

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5 reasons not to miss Pro Wrestling Epic in Mt Pulaski this Saturday!! Hint Hint Tyler Black

Posted by flairwhoooooo on June 25, 2010

1) PWE US Champion Brandon Aarons biggest match to date against the current Ring of Honor World Champion Tyler Black. Brandon Aarons is one of the top rising stars in the sport today. Be on hand to cheer this rising star against one of the very best today.

2) The first ever Pro Wrestling Epic Dubi Meets the Fans– The MWR feature Dubi meets the fans is one of the most click on articles on this site. A great way for the fans to meet their favorite Wrestlers! 

Zero Gravity (CJ Esparza/Brett Gakiya)

3) PWE Tag team Title Match between Zero Gravity (CJ Esparza/Brett Gakiya) taking on challangers Dead Sexy (Aaron Matthews/Jeff Harris) for the very first time. Any match that has Zero Gravity in it promises to electrify. Can the team of Dead Sexy keep up with the tag team that defeated the Northstar Express to win the belts and then turn back the challenges of top tag teams of the Hooligans and Feature Presentation?

4) The debut of the #10 MWR Trading Card Tyler Black– Yes MWR fans this will be your first chance to get your hands on this fantastic card with photography from Scott Finkelstein. Come and get this from the World Champion himself!!

5) A chance to catch a free MWR T-shirt from a PWE Superstar. In the past wrestling stars Santana G, Evan Money, Sir Bradley Charles, Tyler Cook, Edmund Livewire McGuire, Adam Rich and Shorty Biggs have all help MWR give to the fans. Come to find out who will wear it this weekend and have a chance to get your hands on one of the Midwest most worn wrestling shirts.

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Happy Birthday Mike Van Hoogstraat

Posted by flairwhoooooo on June 25, 2010

Dubray and today’s birthday Boy Mike enjoy a picture during an AAPW intermission earlier this year.

We would like to wish MWR Photographer Mike Van Hoogstraat a Very Happy Birthday today.

MWR Fans have had the pleasure of checking out Mike’s talent at MMWA-SICW, HVW, MECW, NWA Supreme, IHW ,LWA, AAPW and WLW in this past year with some exciting photos of your favorite wrestling stars.  In fact Mike is one of the most viewed wrestling photographers in St Louis today.

On a personal level Mike has became one of our closest friends in a very short time.

Happy Birthday Mike from everyone here at Missouri Wrestling Revival.

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Golden Circle: Chemistry 101 By Greg Anthony

Posted by flairwhoooooo on June 25, 2010

Chemistry, to most people, is the science of matter. How molecules, atoms, etc react and interact with each other. In wrestling its pretty much the same thing except there is no science to it. In chemistry if you take part “A” and mix it with part “B” then it creates part “C”. In Wrestling if you take part “A” and mix it with part “B” sometimes you get part “C” but sometimes you get shit!

You never know, for sure, who is going to mesh well with who. Just because you have two great workers doesn’t mean you have a for sure 5 Star match(Rating system is a trademark of RRO News and Brian Tramel and may not be reproduced without the express written consent of RRO). Same goes for two not so great workers. I’ve seen two guys that really didn’t have much going for them but for some reason they gelled really well together. It’s a crap shoot; it’s the world letting us know that there are no guarantees in life.

Prime example, I saw Shawn Michaels vs. Mr.Perfect! How could that possibly be bad? They just didn’t get in a good groove and Shawn even mentions it in his book. Motley Cruz is a guy that I have a lot of respect for inside the ring. When I was TLCW champion we got a chance to work one another for the first time in a long time. We had high expectations but when we got to the match we both were waiting for the other to call the match or take the lead and it ended up being a very bland match.

Maybe wrestling isn’t as complex as advance chemistry but it isn’t kindergarten stuff either. There really isn’t a substitute for good chemistry in wrestling. Rock/Austin, Flair/Sting… the list goes on and on. Because it’s not the moves that we remember but the feeling we get from those who have immeasurable chemistry. So don’t watch for that forgettable high spot but rather that unforgettable feeling this business can produce on any given night.

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New Midwest Wrestling’s Boiling Point 2010 – July 10

Posted by flairwhoooooo on June 24, 2010

Date: Saturday, July 10, 2010
Time: 7:00pm – 9:30pm
Location: Lanphier High School Gymnasium
Street: 1300 N 11TH ST
City/Town: Springfield, IL

New Midwest Wrestling Championship
Jonathan Magnus(c) vs Blake Steel

New Midwest Wrestling Tag Team Championship
Immolare(c) vs LoganTyre

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Sean “Syxx-Pac” Waltman & Santana G vs. Mister Saint Laurent & Becky Bayless — Santana G returns on July 17th at WLW to take on Amy Hennig!!

Posted by flairwhoooooo on June 23, 2010

This past weekend in Florida the Midwest Sweetheart Santana G teamed up with former WWE/WCW Star Sean “SYXX –Pac” to take on Mister Saint Laurent and Becky Bayless at I Believe in Wrestling show in Orlanda Florida. MWR Fans are always asking me where and how is Santana G. Lets take a look at this important match with fellow New World Order Member Syxx-Pac.

Santana G will return to the Midwest at World League Wrestling to take on WLW Women’s World Champion Amy Hennig. I am on the bandwagon that Amy is the future of womens wrestling and these two will be feuding for years to come.

You will not want to miss the show on July 17th in Farmington Missouri as these two lovely ladies show you how women’s wrestling was meant to be. Also on the card will be the WLW Champion Trevor Murdoch will be in a Leather strap match!!

What you want more of the lovely Santana G, take the time check out her exclusive interview with Lethalwow.com Arron Carlton by clicking here.

Don’t forget to add Santana G’s website for all your Santana G news.

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