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Breaking news: St. Louis Anarchy arrives at MWR in 2012!

Posted by flairwhoooooo on January 12, 2012

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All photos courtesy of Texas Anarchy

Editor’s note: ST Louis Anarchy can be hard hitting and very violent at times. Their shows are not for the weak of heart and the language can be extreme at times at the shows and in their videos so don’t watch if you are easily offended. With that said, for the fans that have asked us to include this red hot promotion to our site. You now get your wish.

By Brian Kelley

Missouri Wrestling Revival is excited to announce that St Louis Anarchy will be covered on this very site starting 2012 as they will be our 15th promotion in our family.

I had the chance to sit down with the head of the STL Anarchy office to discuss where Anarchy has been and what MWR fans should expect when they come to one of their shows or purchase one of their DVD’S through SmartMarkvideo.com.

First off let me say thank you for joining MWR today as we try to catch up with the exciting wrestling history of ST Louis Anarchy Pro Wrestling.

SLA- We are happy to be a part of your growing website. Thanks for having us.

MWR– The fans at MWR will recognize many of the stars of Anarchy such as The Hooligans, the Submission Squad, Shorty Biggs and Evan Gelistico but your promotion is filled with a stacked roster from Anarchy Championship Wrestling of Austin, Texas, as well as many of the top stars of ROH including the current Ring of Honor World Champion Davey Richards. The Anarchy wrestling brand is stationed out of Missouri, Illinois, and Texas through our affiliate company, Anarchy Championship Wrestling (ACW). Please let the fans know more about the history of SLA and what we have missed as we hope to catch up with rivalries in the past of your company and the key players that have made an impact at SLA.

SLA– Well when we were the Lethal Wrestling Alliance a group of our guys would travel down to Austin for ACW and every now and then a group of them would come and wrestle for us. The passion of both the offices was the same it was to take wrestling from being looked at as “boring” or “lame” and let more people see what we provide which is extremely fun and well worth the price of the ticket. We offer our fans way more than $10 worth of action in Saint Louis as well as Texas. We are about passion and not leaving fans feeling cheated out of their money. Speaking for Saint Louis I feel our stories and in ring action is really second to none. This past year we saw Evan Gelistico and Dan Walsh in a very passionate and bloody battle for the SLA title that saw Walsh become a main event star when he ended Gelisticos 17 month reign dating back to when he was LWA champion. Dingo returned to Saint Louis to battle his student match Fitchett a feud that started as a friendly rivalry and turned very personal leading the bloodiest match I can remember at Yuletide Terror. Davey Vega went from ½ of a tag team to a legit guy on the Indy’s have five star matches with Davey Richards, Johnny Gargano and Kyle O’ Reilly. Gerlard James and ACH have been at each other’s throats for the whole year and that feud will come to a head on January 15th in Austin Texas. Those are the main things going on there’s  so much more but I would be talking all day.

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MWR– St Louis Wrestling Anarchy returns to action on February 25th in in Granite City Illinois with “Gateway to DANarchy” at the Rivers Edge Complex. New Saint Louis Anarchy champion Dan Walsh will defend the title against Darin Corbin, formerly one half of the 2008 MWR Tag Team of the Year, the Northstar Express. Corbin teamed up with Robert Evans to upset (Team Ambition) Davey Richards & Kyle O’Reilly in tag action.

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Rookie sensation Mat Fitchett and Davey Vega look to defeat Davey Richards and Kyle O’Riley to continue Richards and O’Riley’s losing streak at Anarchy. Even with the talent of Fitchett and Vega, that should be easier said than done as Richards and O’Riley hate to lose.

Both of these two matches should be hard hitting, for sure and are easily worth the price of admission. How do you see Corbin’ strategy as he chases his biggest singles title in his career since he last won the IWA MID-SOUTH title during their glory days on January 21, 2006 against mentor Arik Cannon?

SLA– Darin Corbin is a guy who gets tight casted as a comedy act or a sidekick when really he is a great in ring competitor. All of 2011 Corbin has stepped up to show SLA fans that he is the real deal and I am very proud of what he’s done this past year. Walsh went through hell to win that belt and he isnt going to let it go because Corbin had a great 2011. Corbin has the road miles and experience on Dan but I dont think he can out brawl him. I think its going to come down to who can throw who off there game plan.

MWR – We mentioned the stars that are fans at MWR are familiar with but for a moment let’s take the time to shed light on the stars from Anarchy in Texas and beyond that have not been featured at MWR in the past.

First off the ACW Champion, ACH and what is the history of the ACW title and who did ACH defeat for the title?

SLA- The ACW title has a very rich history. Some of the very best pro wrestlers in the world have held that title. From Jerry Lynn to Jimmy Jacobs to Showtime Scott Summers. ACH won the title by winning the 2011 Lone Star Classic. He won the finals by pinning JT Lamotta. However Gerald James attacked him and took the title and trophy from him which is why they will meet at ACWs flagship event Guily by Assocation 6.

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MWR– Rachel Summerlyn.

SLA– Rachel is one of the best wrestlers on our roster. See how I said wrestlers and not “female” wrestler. Yes Rachel is a female but inside the ring she will knock you out rather you are a man or a woman. We dont put labels on people when you are in Anarchy you are a wrestler plain and simple.

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MWR– Khris Wolfe.

SLA- Wolfe is a student of the Necro Butcher and really came into his own in 2011. He has some killer strikes and a variety of suplexes. He also is not afraid of the “death match” game winning several of them is his career. One of the most under rated guys in Anarchy.

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MWR– TJ Perkins.

SLA – Feb. 25th will be his first time that Perkins is coming to the world of Anarchy. Perkins is one of the best well rounded wrestlers in the world and I am excited to see him in Anarchy.

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MWR– Robert Evans

SLA– The King of Monarchy. Evans is one of the most entertaining guys I have ever seen preform. He is a former ACW heavyweight and U-30 Champion. Evans ring entrance is worth the $10 ticket alone. If you dont believe me just ask his legion of fans in Austin Texas.

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MWR Darin Childs

SLA– Darin outside the ring is the main reason that there is a Saint Louis Anarchy. His passion and drive for ACW is a lot of the reason we asked about doing this in Saint Louis. As far is in the ring this is a guy who dropped over 100lbs and is a former ACW Champion. He competed with Davey Vega in a no rope barb wire match that was just awsome.

MWR– ACH

SLA– ACH is flat out amazing. He can do things in the ring that no one else can do and it made him one of the most popular wrestlers in Saint Louis. This is a guy who is going to take the world by storm sooner than later.

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MWR Scot Summers

SLA– Summers is a icon in Texas. He has won every title and tournament there is to win. His matches with Jerry Lynn were classics and he is a corner stone to Anarchy.

MWR– How many shows doe SLA look to run in 2011 and what venues and areas will MWR fans be able to catch all the stars in action?

SLA– Right now we are looking at doing 6 shows a year. We hope to keep Granite City our home for 2012. We had great success in 2011 and if there becomes a demand for more shows we will do more. Fans if you want to see more shows you let us know..

MWR– Now let’s play a game where I say a name and you answer with one word that best describes them at SLA.

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MWR Evan Gelistico

SLA– MVP

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MWR- Gary Jay

SLA – Underated

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MWR- JT Lamotta

SLA- Smart

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MWR– Lillie Mae

SLA– Heart

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MWR- Athena

SLA- Awesome

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Jordan Lacey – DANCE DANCE DANCE

MWR– Jordan Lacey

SLA– Great Dancer

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Dingo works over Mat Fitchett.

MWR-Dingo

SLA– Legend

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MWR– Davey Vega

SLA– Ace

MWR-The Hooligans

SLA– Hard Hitting (2 words I know)

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MWR– Mat Fitchett

SLA– Star

MWR– Fans can purchase past shows on DVD at Smartmarkvideo.com, if a fan was to purchase one St Louis Anarchy DVD, which one would you recommend them to choose from?

SLA- I would say start with Gateway to Anarchy 2011 and follow the stories for the whole year. However if you just had enough money for one I would say Tigers Blood the Art of Winning.. The Akira Tozwa goodbye is one of the most heartfelt things you will see.

MWR– We would like to thank you for joining us today and we are thrilled to add SLA to our coverage area in 2012. MWR fans can purchase tickets now for you’r must see show on February 25th as Darin Corbin challenges new Saint Louis Anarchy champion Dan Walsh and much more.

Saint Louis Anarchy Presents: Gateway to DANarachy

Saturday Night February 25th

Rivers Edge Complex in Granite City IL

Doors Open at 6:30pm, Net Tapings are at 6:45pm

Tickets are: $10 advance and $15 front row by calling 314-616-7981

ONLY 200 SEATS AVALIABLE

College guys and girls with valid ID are $5 and event is BYOB

Other Talent Signed:

ACW Champion: ACH

Evan Gelistico

Gerald James w/Family

Rachel Summerlyn

Darin Childs

The Hooligans

Jordan Lacey

Khris Wolfe

Serenity

Shorty Biggs

AND MORE

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Midwest wrestlers you will have a chance to learn from the NWA Worlds champion “Scrap Iron” Adam Pearce 1/28/12

Posted by flairwhoooooo on January 11, 2012

Take part in an amazing opportunity to learn from one of the very best in the world today. Join MAGNUM PRO on 1/28/12 as we offer a one day training seminar with NWA World’s Heavyweight Champion “Scrap Iron” Adam Pearce. The seminar will run roughly 3 hours and the cost is only $30. Experienced wrestlers, and those currently training only please.
Please feel free to email magnum-pro@hotmail.com to reserve your spot today!!!

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On 1/28/12 MAGNUM PRO celebrates it’s “birthday.” This isn’t just any birthday however, this is a birthday born of success and failure. After three separate attempts at becoming a legitimate wrestling company in the Midwest, MAGNUM PRO finally succeeded. It is on this day that the 3rd iteration of MAGNUM PRO celebrates it’s one year anniversary, and on that day, we, the MAGNUM PRO staff cordially invite you to celebrate with us as MAGNUM PRO presents Anniversary Volume 1!!! On the card for that special night are some very special matches, a debut, and some returns of sorts. Continue on with this read to find out all the juicy secrets you are already asking yourself for…

“Dangerous J’ Jaysin Strife vs “Local Legend” Hype Gotti

The main event for the evening has been set, and although MAGNUM Management did not want this match to headline the show, Jaysin Strife demanded it so that he would get his opportunity to stand toe to toe one last time, with Hype Gotti. These two men are no strangers to each other. Not only have they been friends for years, but Hype Gotti is the man who brought Jaysin Strife into the wrestling business. Hype Gotti has been the icon of professional wrestling in the Omaha metro area. This altercation however stems from things much more personal… It all started while Jaysin Strife was away in Europe during the summer for a learning excursion. Hype Gotti began to run his mouth and try to make a name for himself at the expense of Strife while he was away. Hype Gotti thought, and still thinks, that he can re-vitalize a dying wrestling scene in the area, and he has even gone so far as to say that there is nobody that can out draw him in this area. While true in many ways, and even Strife will acknowledge, it is time for the torch to be passed. That torch has laid dormant for far too long since Hype Gotti walked away from pro wrestling just a couple years ago. Hype seems to have taken exception to Strife’s thought and began to lash out at him personally, and professionally. Things came to ahead when Strife called out Hype after the Picking Up The Ball event on 10/29/11, and a humiliated Hype walked out of the building. Hype didn’t stay dormant long and re-appeared the next month at Battlefield MAGNUM to assault Strife after his match. It was then that Hype made the challenge to Strife that at the 1/28/12 show he would pack the building and prove that people would pay to see him destroy and humiliate Strife. He demanded the main event slot, and that is what he has received…on 1/28/12 Jaysin Strife will take on his teacher and mentor when he faces off one last time with the “Local Legend” Hype Gotti.

“Babyface” Tony Cortez vs “Scrap Iron” Adam Pearce for the NWA World’s Heavyweight Title

After successfully defeating Shane Hollister last month, Tony Cortez earned his right to step up and get his shot at glory. MAGNUM Officials deemed the winner of that match would face off with the debuting “Scrap Iron” Adam Pearce, the man that currently holds the NWA World Heavyweight Title. This is without a doubt the single biggest match of Cortez’s career and who knows the amount of pressure he is feeling right now. Cortez has told fans and MAGNUM staff that he would do whatever it would take for him to win and for him to get back to the top and he proved that on 11/19/11 when he resorted to his crafty veteran ways and pinned Hollister with some assistance from the ropes. Cortez says he didn’t intend to do it, however he knew what was at stake and he knew that he had to do it to earn his shot at glory. Cortez is hungry, and he has been around this scene for almost 10 years now. Cortez says it is time for wrestling to pay off and its time for him to be paid his due. Adam Pearce on the other hand is not going to be a push over. Although older in his age, Pearce has years of experience on Cortez and he comes into this match THE MAN to beat. Pearce has defended the NWA title all over the world and he has no plans of being beat when he comes to Iowa. After a 20+ year absence, the famous “10lbs of gold” will return to the state of Iowa and it will be defended in a MAGNUM PRO ring. Will Cortez have what it takes to beat the more experienced and crafty Adam Pearce, or will Cortez fail under the pressure and have to climb his way back to top of pro wrestling all over again?

S.M King vs Mark Sterling

After a lengthy absence from the metro area wrestling scene, the man beast Mark Sterling will make his return, but this time he will be stepping into a MAGNUM PRO ring. S.M. King requested an opportunity to face off against Sterling to redeem his lose to Abu Colossus a few months earlier. King feels with every outing he continues to get better, and he wants to use Mark Sterling to prove it. Sterling has a different game plan in mind. Sterling is out to hurt whoever he steps into the ring with, and he wants the MAGNUM PRO fans to remember his name as he beats his way to the top of the MAGNUM PRO roster.

Supafli vs “The Rebel” Jeremy Wyatt

Another man making his return to the metro area is none other than hard hitter, Jeremy Wyatt. Jeremy Wyatt, like Mark Sterling, have been absent from competition in this are due in part to their aggressive nature, well MAGNUM PRO says BRING IT ON!!! Jeremy Wyatt wants to make an impression and to do that he demanded hot up and comer Supafli. Can Supafli’s lucha inspired offense and agility match up the hard hitting and brutal style of Jeremy Wyatt? Will Supafli catch the break he needs to begin his climb back to the top or will Jeremy Wyatt come into MAGNUM PRO swinging for the fences and look to clean up right from the get go? January 28th is the night that all these questions and more will be answered…

The first ever MAGNUM PRO women’s match “The First Lady of MAGNUM” Angelus Layne vs Kiandra

The first lady of MAGNUM returns and this time she isn’t fighting with the boys. MAGNUM officials decided it would be much more effective to place Layne in the ring with another female opponent. After a month of searching, and having other women run at the chance of facing Layne we had young upstart Kiandra answer the call to face lane at MAGNUM PRO. Layne proved she can hang with the best when she took a beating at the hands of Jaysin Strife, however Layne was able to dish it out and continue to get up each and every time she was knocked down. Will Kiandra be able to make the same statement? Anything can happen when these to ladies collide on January 28th. Will the victor cement her place on the MAGNUM roster and step up to face the boys, or will more women answer the call to be the best female athlete in the state of Iowa?

Also debuting on 1/28/12: “Rock n’ Roll” Mike Sydal!! (Brother of WWE’s Evan Bourne)

Also appearing on 1/28/12: “The Big Hurt” Abu Colossus, Buck Albright, Shawn Nautilus, Donnie Peppercricket, “Joedozer” Joey Anderson, and more!

Derek Cornell has stated that on 1/28/12 he will be in the building and he has a few things to get off his chest. Since kicking Brian Gott in the balls and costing his team the match on 11/19/11 he has been silent and has avoided all contact with MAGNUM officials. What does he have planned on 1/28/12 and what are his intentions? So much action you can shake a stick at!!! Be sure to get your advance pre-sale tickets so that you can guarantee your spot at the party. Seating will be limited so get in touch with MAGNUM representatives now. Tickets also available on the internet via PayPal, the address is magnum-pro@hotmail.com and please give your first and last name and phone number in the message when you send your $10 today!!!!

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New Midwest Wrestling – Ryland Foxx and Michael Flannery Plotting Troubles

Posted by flairwhoooooo on January 11, 2012

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Brawltoberfest Ballroom Blitz Battle Royal Winner, “Frontman” Michael Flannery is as of yet undefeated in New Midwest Wrestling. Here, Flannery and his road manager, Mr. Ryland Foxx talk BROKEN PROMISES – Presented by New Midwest Wrestling. Saturday January 21st!

http://www.newmidwest.com

New Midwest Wrestling starts 2012 with a Huge event at Lanphier High School. After the huge fallout from November Reign 2011, a lot of questions went unanswered. The stars of New Midwest Wrestling, the longest running professional wrestling company in Central Illinois, collide as we get one step closer to finding out the mission of the Sovereign!

Tickets are just $10,00 at the door and $8.00 in advance. Kids 6-Under are free!

Match and advance ticket information coming soon here on Facebook and at http://www.newmidwest.com!

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THE KENTUCKY BUFFET
vs
JOEY O’RILEY AND CHRISTIAN ROSE
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Michael Flannery and his road manager, Ryland Foxx will debut the BRAWLTOBERFEST TROPHY!

Foxx has been touting that this will be the trophy to end all trophies and that he can’t wait to present it to the winner of last October’s BRAWLTOBERFEST BALLROOM BLITZ BATTLE ROYAL, The Frontman, Michael Flannery.

MICHAEL FLANNERY
w/RYLAND FOXX
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DAN THE MAN
w/MISS MAYDAY
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CENTRAL ILLINOIS CHAMPIONSHIP

TONY G (c)
vs
TRUK THOMPSON
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NEW MIDWEST WRESTLING TAG TEAM CHAMPIONSHIPS

ATTITUDE INC (GUY SMITH and SPENCER POWERS)
vs
THE DUDESONS (NATE KNOX and BAM BAM HEGLAND)

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Daryl Moon Learns About Wrestling – Episode 4 – January 2012

Posted by flairwhoooooo on January 11, 2012

Join 3XWrestling ring announcer Daryl Moon – a stand-up comedian by trade – as he learns about the world of professional wrestling with the help of the stars of 3XW. In this episode, Daryl learns a lesson from Chad Mylan and The Mylan Management Agency. For more info, please visit http://www.3xwrestling.com/and http://www.mooncomedy.com/

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Right now !!! AAPW Promoter Christopher Hagstrom and Johnny Gargano are a guest on Greg DeCarco’s Show on 411mania.com podcast.

Posted by flairwhoooooo on January 10, 2012

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Check out ALL American Pro Wrestling’s Main Event Media Blitz here as they are making the rounds to spread the word about this must see first show of the year.

Plus tonight.

The Greg DeMarco Show, presented by 411Mania.com/Wrestling, comes to you each Tuesday night at 10:30 PM eastern. Greg and Patrick O’Dowd are joined by regular contributors Steve Cook, Tony Acero, Justin Freemyer and Buggy! Plus, you never know who might call in or stop by “The Snake Pit” (chatroom).

This week: Johnny Gargano is the first ever return guest to the program, joining Greg & Patrick to discuss his Dragon Gate USA Open The Freedom Gate Championship win, wrestling in what is likely the final wrestling match at the famous building best known as The ECW Arena, being counted on to carry the company, DGUSA’s Los Angeles debut and more!

Also, producer Chris Hegstrom from All American Pro Wrestling joins the show to discuss AAPW’s upcoming “Main Event” card and the challenges of being a US indy within the current wrestling landscape.

Click here to go to the show’s page, set a reminder or follow the program and receive weekly updates. The call-in number is (310) 807-5103, and “The Snake Pit” generally opens 5 minutes before the show starts.

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Serenity and Angelus Layne meet this Saturday at IWAU in Olney IL!!!

Posted by flairwhoooooo on January 10, 2012

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“The Genius” Lanny Poffo sends this message to the fans of MWR.

Posted by flairwhoooooo on January 10, 2012

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Two men who have entertained fans for many years “The Genius” Lanny Poffo and The Greatest Intercontinental Champion of all time The Honky Tonk Man met up with MWR’S Dubray Tallman at SICW in December to send out holiday cheer to the fans of the Midwest. (Photo Credit Mike Van Hoogstraat)

You just never know who will show up at shows around the Midwest. That’s what Dubray Tallman found out when both the Honky Tonk Man and “The Genius” Lanny Poffo made his way to MMWA-SICW to meet and greet the fans last month in East Carondelet, Illinois.

Check out Lanny’s official website here.

Fans of MMWA-SICW be sure to make your way to East Carondelet Illinois to start 2012 off to see all of your favorite stars in action this Saturday!!!

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PWP Returns as “Cheap and Dirty’ member Shawn Nautilus Challenges PWP Champ Matty Starr this Saturday.

Posted by flairwhoooooo on January 9, 2012

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“Cheap & Dirty” Preston Maxwell, Shawn Nautilus & “The Passion” Zac James send a message to PWP Champion Matty Starr!!!

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10 reasons why you should join MWR at AAPW Jan 14th in Marion Illinois!!!

Posted by flairwhoooooo on January 8, 2012

By Brian Kelley

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Wrestling fans in Illinois should be thrilled about this coming Saturday’s All American Pro Wrestling’s “Main Event”. Let’s take a look at just 10 reasons why you should take the trip to Marion, Illinois whether you are from Marion or you are a fan that lives in St Louis. In no specific order and to be honest I could have done more than 10 reasons why you should join us.

1)      First Show of the year! With the weather looking to be great, why not take the kids out to the park during the day then come in when it gets dark and cold as all of your favorite All American Pro Wrestling Stars action is sure to be hard hitting and heated. AAPW has an Awesome card filled with some of the best stars in Illinois and around the World. Don’t be the only fan at work on Monday who did not make the biggest show in AAPW history.

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Let’s watch "3G" Eric Wayne take young Jay Spade on a trip on pain.(Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

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Let’s watch "3G" Eric Wayne take young Jay Spade on a trip on pain.(Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

2)      “3G” Eric Wayne to meet former WWE, ROH and a NWA World Champion – The third generation AAPW star Eric Wayne was set to meet ROH World Champion Davey Richards this past fall. Due to contract issues that match never happen. Wayne has been in the sport since 2006 and has had a taste of TNA and WWE in past. A win against the respected and VERY entertaining “BOOM BOOM” Colt Cabana could send a message to AAPW management that he is ready for a rematch against AAPW Champion Edmund “Livewire” McGuire that is if you don’t see him on your TV on Monday or Thursday nights.

3)      “The Generic Luchador” El Generico vs. “The Man Gravity Forgot” PAC– Both of these wrestlers have traveled around the world. They have met in the past in thrilling battles that fans have raved about. Let’s take a look at

4)      FREE STUFF: One lucky fan in attendance will walk away with two tickets to the WWE Royal Rumble in St. Louis The fan who travels the farthest to attend Main Event will receive an AAPW prize pack.

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Christopher Hagstrom and the AAPW staff has been proactive in building a close relationship with their fans in 2011, in 2012 they will be running on all cylinders with great matches to start the year along with awesome promotions for their fans at the shows, on their website, and on facebook. (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

MWR Fans be sure to be a fan of AAPW on FACEBOOK as they have been doing prize packs when they reach 800, 900 and 1,000 fans. Be a part of the growth of one of the Midwest hottest promotions in 2012.

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Pokerface. (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

5)      Pokerface Open Challenge–  One of the hottest stars in AAPW is the undefeated Pokerface. How good is he? In October, he was able to get a victory from the 2011 MWR Wrestler of the Year Brandon Espinosa in an exciting match-up.

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The All American feels the explosive knees from Pokerface. Can anyone step to and defeat Pokerface? Join us this Saturday to find out. (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

While MWR has not been liked his arrogance and attitude towards fans we cannot deny the talent this young star possess. Who will step to meet the challenge of Pokerface? Be there to cheer on the man who will look to end the undefeated streak!

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Heath Hatton and Curly tenure as a AAPW tag team Champs has come to an end. Can Heath Hatton fly alone to success?? (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

6)      Bad blood and grudges boil over as Heath Hatton looks to get revenge on “Golden Boy” Greg Anthony.  Heath Hatton is one star that MWR has on the radar in 2012, in 2011 he along with fan favorite Curly won the AAPW Tag titles and feuded with Anthony and his tag partner “Serial Thriller” Shane Rich. Each man would find themselves alone as an injury would take out Shane Rich, while AAPW would fire Curly but this would not cool off the tension between these two.

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Hatton has been on the search to work with the very best in the past couple of months as he has made appearances with both Harley Race’s WLW and Ohio Valley Wrestling. This could be his biggest match to date (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

Last month Heath Hatton was forced to defend them alone against Team Overkill, and showed true heart in his efforts against Matt Cage and Christian Rose but it would be Greg Anthony who would cost him his tag team titles.

Now Hatton is ready to teach the veteran Anthony a lesson in respect. MWR has always enjoy Anthony here with his own article aptly named “The Golden Circle” in the past we do not condone his actions to this rising star and will be hoping that Hatton can do his wish.

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In the past the Golden Boy Greg Anthony has used illegal help from his good friend Shane Rich, here rookie Aiden Young gets blasted from Anthony after Rich harassed him throughout the match. (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

That may be easier said than done, Anthony who will be the first to tell you that he “Is the best of the best” and has the credentials to prove it. Down south he has been honored by the former website Rasslin Riot as the 2011 Wrestler of the Year, one half of a former Tag Team of the Year and been involved in the 2011Match of the year.

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Shane Rich has been injured and has joined the AAPW announcing crew, but Anthony knows all the tricks in the book and looks to make life hell for the young rising star Heath Hatton. (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

Anthony has formed a successful tag team with NWA/WCW star  Bobby Eaton with manager Brian Thompson are called Midnight Gold.

In singles and tag competition he  has captured wins against a who’s who in the sport including Jerry Lawler, Jerry Lynn, Buff Bagwell, Jay Lethal, Bill Dundee, Rock N Roll Express, Reggie B Fine, New Age Outlaws, Billy Gunn, Tracy Smothers, Flash Flanagan, and JC ICE.

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Mike Masters!! (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

7)      Kevin Hunsperger needs your support!!  MWR fans know Kevin as the play-by-play commentator for “Collision” and anchor of “News 3 This Morning” on WSIL TV. A great guy who has a true love for the sport. On the other side of the ring will be “The Masterpiece” Mike Masters.

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Masters was on a roll early ion in his match with “Dynamite” Seth Knight but came out on the losing end, will look to take his frustrations out and bully our friend and AAPW announcer Kevin Hunsperger. (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

Masters is a perennial threat to the AAPW Championship in the past and pound for pound one of the best wrestlers in the Midwest. So how did Kevin get involved in a match with the AAPW Superstar Mike Master’s?  Let’s take a look.

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The 2011 MWR Female Wrestler Stacey O’Brien was so excited and appreciative when she was offered to be a part of AAPW’S “Main Event” when we saw her around Christmas time. Yet one thing is AAPW did not make it easy in the least when they brought in her former rival Rebecca Raze. (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

8)      See the 2011 MWR Female Wrestler of the Year Stacey O’Brien in action and receive her plaque from MWR’S Diva Dubray Tallman:  It has been over four years since AAPW has hosted a women’s match inside the square circle. The fans asked for their return and AAPW has delivered with one of the Midwest finest Stacey O’Brien.  O’Brien was the first ever MWR Female of the Year and has returned from injury to regain her spot as the top women in the Midwest with great matches against Lucy Mendez, Santana G, Miss Natural and MsChif.

While this award may be a great honor for the hard working woman who now trains with Harley Race at the Harley Race Wrestling Academy in Eldon Missouri, she now has a target on her back. Just as rap legend 2Pac sang during his peak “All eye’s on me” O’Brien is now the hunted. 

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Rebecca Raze

The first young women to try to make a name for herself will be a former foe, Rebecca Raze. It has been over 4 years since the two have met but one thing is for sure that they do not like each other in the least. The name Rebecca Raze could be one that you are not aware of but don’t discount her skills and her desire to knock O’Brien off the top of the women’s division.

During the night we are honored that AAPW has invited us to present the “Boston Brawler” with her 2011 MWR Female Wrestler of the Year Plaque and support women’s wrestling at AAPW.

9)      See tag team wrestling the way it was meant to be: While newly crowned AAPW Tag Team Champions Matt Cage and Christian Rose of Team Overkill used some legal loopholes to get out of a title defense at Main Event AAPW has offered the fans a great tag match that could have ramifications for the rest of 2011. 

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The Money Makin Jam Boyz. (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

The former 3-time AAPW Tag Team Champions the Money Makin Jam Boyz the Mississippi Madman and KC Jackson take on Roscoe Dwayne Harris and Jimmy Wayne Fargo otherwise known as the Convoy. Will the weight and power of Harris and Fargo be an advantage against the MMJB’s Jackson or will the Jackson be able to wear out the fearsome twosome and set them up for the Madman’s finisher the Fifth floor? 

The winner of this match at AAPW’S Main event will earn a tag team title shot in the future.

10)   Two years ago, Missouri Wrestling Revival announced the very first MWR Trading Cards. The set was produced to bring recognition to the wrestlers in the Midwest and the MWR site. From the very first featuring the tag team the Northstar Express, we have done our best to deliver you the fans with a great card that catches your favorites wrestlers in action.

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At the end of the year we were at #60 in the set that includes the current Ring of Honor World Champion Davey Richards, former champ Eddie Edwards, Jimmy Jacobs and MsChif to former WWE Stars and Champions Trevor Murdock, U-Gene) EUGENE), former D-X member Road Dogg along with Hall of famers such as Larry Zbyszko, Dave Hebner and Larry Matysik.

With #60 we were excited to have the one and only “Generic Luchador” El Generico to be a part of this wonderful collection.  To the best of my knowledge this will be the first time that MWR fans will have a chance to get their card autographed from the masked man himself in the MWR coverage area. El Generico is one of the most traveled wrestlers in the sport as he is a star with Ring of Honor and has taken tours around the world so fans do not miss this rare chance to see him in action and have you #60 MWR El Generico card signed.

Though we are always excited to add ROH and former  WWE, WCW, and NWA stars to the set, our favorites are the stars of the Midwest that thrill us each and every weekend in the Midwest.

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 Many of these men and women are the future of the sport as during our two years we have featured two Pro Wrestling Illustrated Rookies of the years in three cards. First we have the 2009 PWI Rookie of the Year as well as the 2010 MWR Wrestler of the Year Mike Sydal.  Sydal the brother of WWE Star Evan Bourne was featured in two cards, first the sold out card of #5 and then we provided an update of Sydal with the #37.

The most recent wrestler to be name the Pro Wrestling Illustrated Rookieof the Year is Ace Hawkins. We were excited to have this high flying star as the man who graced the # 55 card.

Both of these men have been in action at AAPW in the past but will not be there next week but you will be able to get your hands on the following cards and hopefully have them signed from them during the evening.

#38 Stacey O’Brien and # 43 The Mississippi Madman are two of our favorites. The Madman has been both the AAPW Champion as well as an AAPW Tag Champion.

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One of the most charismatic wrestlers in the Midwest, he is always a fan favorite.  This will be a great opportunity to meet all three of these stars to have your cards signed.

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We love him here at MWR as does the AAPW faithful , he is the AAPW Champion with a familiar foe breathing down his throat, “The Old school Warrior” Ax Allwardt.(Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

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“The Old school Warrior” Ax Allwardt has his chance to become the AAPW Champion for the first time at AAPW’S Main Event. (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

That is 10 reasons and we never did get to the main event between AAPW Champ Edmund McGuire and “Old School Warrior” Ax Allwardt. This match that could be featured on any main event in the country today and it will be right here in the Midwest next weekend.

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Jay Spade has no fear as he goes to the rafters to get an edge. Spade is just one of the young stars that you will be seeing for years to come in the sport. (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

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Always one to love himself, it is the Playboy Paul Rose. Rose never fails to entertain us and will be in action this weekend!! (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

Plus stars such as Jay Spade, Bull Bronson, and “Playboy” Paul Rose will be in action during the night as well . So join MWR for a fun filled night full of action as well as many surprises during the night.

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Frank Gotch statue ceremony is July 4!!! – Add your name to the brick walkway around the statue via donations.

Posted by flairwhoooooo on January 7, 2012

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Frank Gotch was world heavyweight wrestling champion from 1908 to 1915, the best known athlete of his era.

HUMBOLDT, Iowa – The hometown of world wrestling champion Frank Gotch, one of the nation’s best-known athletes in the early part of the 20th Century, is honoring its most famous citizen with a bronze statue to be placed in Bicknell Park. The unveiling ceremony is set for this summer.

All wrestling fans are invited to be a part of wrestling history by making a donation in exchange for their name on a brick or a bench. The project is being run by a not-for-profit organization called the Frank Gotch Statue Committee.

“Frank Gotch was arguably the top athlete in America in the 1908 to 1915 era,” said co-chair Steve Reimers, a lifelong resident of the city located in the northwestern part of the state. “Frank brought great recognition to this town and to all of Iowa. Many of us feel it is time to pay a special tribute to Frank Gotch and the great legacy he left behind.”

Jeff Adams, an artist from Mount Morris, Illinois, was selected from several sculptors bidding on the project and began work in October. The statue will be unveiled in special ceremonies on July 4. In addition, the Humboldt City Council recently voted to name the street in front of the park Frank Gotch Boulevard and the signs are already up.

Bicknell Park was the site of Gotch’s training camp prior to his epic match with George Hackenschmidt, known as The Russian Lion, on September 3, 1911, in Chicago. Gotch set up camp by the small bluff on the Des Moines River and spectators flocked to watch the world champion in training. Sports reporters from around the nation converged on Humboldt the month prior to the match. One reporter estimated that one day there were nearly 2,000 fans down by the park watching Gotch train.

The camp consisted of a large ring, handball courts and an area for wall pulleys and punching bags. Several of the top wrestlers in the world came to the camp at various times to serve as workout partners for Gotch. His training was supervised by Farmer Burns, considered the greatest professional wrestling instructor of all time.

Bicknell Park was donated to the city in 1920. The project will include a brick walkway around the pedestal on which the statue stands. Bricks are still available for a donation at the following levels:

•             $125 for a state champion brick (your name on a 4 inch by 8 inch brick in the 6 outside rows of the landscape design);

•             $250 for a national champion brick (your name on a 6 inch by 8 inch brick in the next 4 rows in the landscape design);

•             $500 for a world champion brick (your name on a 8 inch by 8 inch brick in the first 3 rows next to the statue).

 The statue will be made of bronze and stand eight-foot tall, depicting Gotch in a familiar pose with hands on hips while attired in a wrestling uniform. It will be placed on a two-foot high pedestal, with accompanying information on his career and life in Humboldt.   A spotlight will illuminate the statue at night.

Gotch was undefeated during his seven-year rein (1908-1915) as world champion and won his last 88 matches in a row. He owned a considerable amount of land in Iowa and Minnesota and was active in the community in a variety of ways. He was part owner of an automobile dealership in Humboldt and served on several civic boards. He was even being considered to star in a movie in Hollywood and the Republican Party of Iowa was looking at him as a possible candidate for governor in 1920.

But Gotch fell ill in early 1917 and died on December 16, 1917, at the age of 39, of kidney failure. His death was front-page news all around the nation and an estimated 2,000 people attended his funeral. He is buried in a large mausoleum in Union Cemetery, two miles west of town.

According to the author Mac Davis, in the book 100 Greatest Sports Heroes, Gotch was a bigger star than any boxer or baseball player. “As the idol of millions in the United States, Canada and Mexico, Gotch made wrestling a big-time sport in his day. Babies had been named in his honor, as had buildings, toys, farm implements and a hundred other things. The word ‘Gotch’ was a synonym for quality and strength.”

The statue committee is comprised of various members of the Humboldt community, as well as two noteworthy “outsiders.” Frank Gotch III is the grandson of the legendary wrestler and currently lives near Austin, Texas. He is an honorary member. Mike Chapman is one of the nation’s leading wrestling historians and the author of 22 books, including three on Gotch. One of them, Gotch: An American Hero, is under development as a major motion picture.

“We are delighted that the grandson of Frank Gotch and a well-known historian are helping us with the project,” said Reimers.

Anyone wishing more information should contact the Frank Gotch Project, c/o Friends of the Park, PO Box 247, Humboldt, Iowa, 50548, or call Tonya Harklau at 515-332-3285 (or harklauj@goldfieldaccess.net) for further details. Donations are tax deductible to the extent offered by the law.

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