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Dubi meets the WLW Fans at Richmond and Concordia Missouri

Posted by flairwhoooooo on May 19, 2010

By Dubray Tallman

Dubray Tallman back with “Dubi meets the fans” and on this edition we have a double shot weekend with World League Wrestling from Richmond Missouri on April 23rd and April 24th from Concordia Missouri .

We arrived at WLW on Friday afternoon and Brian tried to be cheap and save money on a motel room by looking around town, but the locals stated that they wouldn’t recommend anything but Super 8. Brian was on vacation so he back down from going elsewhere. When we checked in, the price for a Jacuzzi room with the best bathroom heater they had, it was not much difference and with our AAA membership we got 10% off…. So I had something to look forward to after the matches’ yay.

When we got to the gym the place was buzzing as the small town of Richmond had come together to support young who was in need of a double lung transplant. A huge crowd was ready for wrestling and the place was filled with kids excited about the matches ahead.

WLW had some new faces since we last had the chance to see them but our good friend Dan Gier was still there as well as Johnny Gold who it seems has been on his best behavior since he has not been leading his stable the Gold Exchange at WLW. Brian was busy talking WLW with Bill Smith and I was on the hunt to find fans for Dubi meets the fans.

Amy Hennig and her Superfan Frankie H

I caught up with Amy Hennig’s Superfan Frankie H from Richmond who jumped at the chance to be a part of this and have his picture with Amy. Brian has always been on the excited side for Amy since the first time we had seen her in Slater, MO. Her father was a wrestler who he grew up with. Brian could not get over how much more improved she has become throughout the year.

Mason Mathews and Trent Stone

Who wouldn’t want their picture taken with the Champ? Mason Mathews would have to agree as he was all smiles when Trent Stone was kind enough to pose with him prior to his leather strap match with Trevor Murdoch.

Trevor Mathews and Trevor Murdoch

Speaking of Trevor’s, Trevor Murdoch would meet Masons brother  Trevor Mathews from Hardin Missouri. Murdoch and Mathews would have fun doing the Murdoch signal together for the picture.

Alexander family of Shawn, Cassie, Trevon and Jordon all took a family pose with the talented Murdoch

Trevor Murdoch was very popular throughout the night and Richmond’s Alexander family of Shawn, Cassie, Trevon and Jordon all took a family pose with the talented Murdoch.

Eathon Wright and Dubray Tallman

It was my chance to choose a wrestler for my picture with a WLW star. I watched Eathon Wright show a lot of heart in his match with Mark Sterling so he won me over for the night.

The next night we were at WLW in Concordia and while Brian was sweating thinking about what he was going to say in the Mark Sterling presentation for his award, I made my rounds for Dubi meets the WLW Fans in Concordia Missouri edition.

Trevor Murdoch , Eric and Jazlynn Camerrer (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

I first caught up with another fans of Trevor Murdoch in Eric and Jazlynn Camerrer from Concordia Missouri.

Megan Olinger ,Cancun Kid and Keith Garrison (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

Keith Garrison was taking his friend Megan Olinger to wrestling for the very first time. They stated they were happy with anyone so that we could choose. I was happy to see another young star from WLW come up to meet the fans when the speedy Cancun Kid came to pose with Keith and Megan. I hope that Megan enjoyed the show.

Jack Gamble and Standley Langkraehr

Standley Langkraehr has bought an 8×10 of another young wrestler and had chosen Jack Gamble to pose with him.

Johnny Gold and Dubray Tallman

I was on the fence on who I wanted my picture taken with on the evening and I decided that beings that Johnny Gold had changed his evil ways that he should be rewarded with a picture with yours truly Dubray Tallman

For real guys I would like to thank the fans as well as the wrestlers for being part of this edition of Dubi meets the fans.

Till then be good

Luv Dubz

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Mick Foley, Terry Funk headline pro hall of fame class at Gable Museum

Posted by flairwhoooooo on May 17, 2010

 

WATERLOO, Iowa – Four wrestlers from four of the most esteemed pro wrestling families will be inducted into the George Tragos/Lou Thesz Professional Wrestling Hall of Fame, Class of 2010.

Living members of this year’s class are Terry Funk and Paul Vachon. Being inducted posthumously are George Gordienko, Warren Bockwinkel, and Stanislaus Zbyszko.

Mick Foley (pictured above), one of the most recognized professional wrestlers in the world, will receive the Frank Gotch Award for bringing positive recognition to the sport outside the ring.

Rene Goulet will receive the Lou Thesz Award in recognition of meritorious public service and J Michael Kenyon will receive the Jim Melby Award for excellence in wrestling journalism.

“This is an outstanding class,” said Kyle Klingman, executive director of the Dan Gable International Wrestling Institute and Museum. “All eight award winners have had a tremendous influence on professional wrestling.”

Induction Weekend is scheduled for July 9-10 at the Dan Gable International Wrestling Institute and Museum in Waterloo. Along with the Induction Ceremony, there will be a Celebrity Golf Tournament on Friday at 10 a.m., and a pro wrestling show at 7 p.m. at nearby Five Sullivan Brothers Convention Center.

On April 20, 1909, World Heavyweight champion Frank Gotch defended his title against former American champion Dan McLeod. The match took place at the Syndicate Theatre where the Five Sullivan Brothers Convention Center currently stands. The life and legacy of Frank Gotch will be recognized at the beginning of the show. Mick Foley will also be recognized as this year’s Frank Gotch Award winner.

This year’s pro card includes a special training seminar with pro wrestling legends Terry Funk and Mick Foley. TS Aggressor of Impact Pro Wrestling will also provide instruction. There will be a special VIP question and answer session with Terry Funk and Mick Foley from 4:00 p.m. to 5:15 p.m. before the fan fest.

The fan fest will start at 5:30 p.m. and include an autograph signing with pro wrestling legends and celebrities from the world of sport. Entrance to the fan fest is included with the purchase of a ticket.

“There is so much for pro wrestling fans to be excited about this year,” said Impact Pro Wrestling owner Troy Peterson. “Terry Funk has had one of the longest and most illustrious careers in the history of the sport. Mick Foley is one of the most recognizable names in pro wrestling today.

“Both have made very few appearances in the Midwest, making this a rare opportunity for fans to interact with two living legends. I am also excited about two of my favorite wrestlers, Paul Vachon and Nick Bockwinkel, being in Waterloo for the festivities. A fabulous weekend is in store for anyone making the trip to Waterloo.”

Tickets are $15 for ringside and $10 for general admission. Tickets for the question and answer session are $25, or you can purchase a ringside tickets and entrance to the Q & A for just $30 total. Tickets will go on sale on May 17 and can be purchased in person at the Dan Gable International Wrestling Institute and Museum or online at http://www.wrestlingmuseum.org.

Anyone interested in the training seminar or the pro wrestling show should contact Troy Peterson at wresshow@yahoo.com or by calling (515) 306-4801.

The official induction into the George Tragos/Lou Thesz Professional Wrestling Hall of Fame will take place at noon on Saturday, July 10. An autograph signing will take place at 1 p.m.

This year’s post-induction activities include a special autograph and book signing, a round table discussion with current and past inductees, and a special viewing of “Beyond the Mat”. Both Mick Foley and Terry Funk are focal points in the documentary and they will be at the museum during the viewing.

The round table discussion will be moderated by Brian Hoops, Nostalgia Columnist, Pro Wrestling Torch. The weekend festivities will be filmed and made into a commemorative DVD following the event with all proceeds going to the Dan Gable International Wrestling Institute and Museum. The induction ceremony will be shown live on Live Sports Video as well.

“This will be our most extensive induction weekend to date,” said Gable Museum Marketing Director Kent Sesker. “We want to have an exciting weekend for the fans.”

Anyone interested in more information about the professional wrestling weekend or purchasing tickets can e-mail orders@wrestlingmusem.org or call (319) 233-0745. A complete schedule of events and biographies of each of the eight award winners are listed below.

Schedule of events

Friday, July 9

10 a.m. – 11th Annual Celebrity Golf Tournament at Irv Warren Memorial Golf Course

12:30 p.m. – Training session begins at Five Sullivan Brothers Convention Center with TS Aggressor of Impact Pro Wrestling

1:30 p.m. – Training session with Terry Funk and Mick Foley begins

4 p.m. – Question and answer session with Mick Foley, Terry Funk and other legends

5:30 p.m. – Fan Fest prior to the pro wrestling show. Fan Fest includes pro wrestling stars and several former athletes for an autograph signing

7 p.m. – Pro Wrestling Show at Five Sullivan Brothers Convention Center begins

Saturday, July 10

9 a.m. – Dan Gable International Wrestling Institute and Museum open to the public

Noon – Official inductions into the George Tragos/Lou Thesz Professional Wrestling Hall of Fame

1 p.m. – Autograph and book signing and special viewing of “Beyond the Mat”

2:30 p.m. – Round table discussion moderated by Brian Hoops, Nostalgia Columnist, Pro Wrestling Torch

Sunday, July 11

9 a.m. to noon – Dan Gable International Wrestling Institute and Museum open to the public

Class of 2010

Terry Funk

Known for his hardcore wrestling style, Terry Funk has a long and distinguished professional wrestling career that spans six decades. He has held numerous titles, including the NWA World Heavyweight Championship, the USWA Unified World Heavyweight Championship and the ECW World Heavyweight Championship. Terry’s father, Dory Funk, Sr., was inducted into the George Tragos/Lou Thesz Professional Wrestling Hall of Fame in 2006.

Paul Vachon

Paul Vachon is a member of the Vachon wrestling family, which includes his brother, 2000 George Tragos/Lou Thesz Professional Wrestling inductee Maurice “Mad Dog Vachon,” and his sister Vivian. He often teamed with his brother, winning the AWA World Tag Team Championship twice. He also won other tag team titles, wrestling much of his career in the South and Southwest.

George Gordienko

George Gordienko wrestled professionally from 1946-1976, winning titles worldwide. He wrestled hall of fame namesake Lou Thesz to a draw in 1955 and was a long-time tag team partner with 2008 George Tragos/Lou Thesz Professional Wrestling Hall of Fame member Stu Hart. Gordienko was also an influential artist with many of his works displayed prominently. Gordienko died of brain cancer on May 13, 2002.

Warren Bockwinkel

Warren Bockwinkel competed in the NWA during the 1930s, 40s, and 50s, becoming one of the earliest wrestlers to appear on television. He wrestled many of the top professional wrestlers of his era and was a trainer for many top stars. His son, Nick, was inducted into the George Tragos/Lou Thesz Professional Wrestling Hall of Fame in 2009. Warren Bockwinkel died on March 24, 1986.

Stanislaus Zbyszko

Stanislaus Zybyszko of Poland was a two-time World Heavyweight Wrestling Champion, excelling in both Greco-Roman and catch-as-catch can styles. One of professional wrestling’s true pioneers, it is estimated that Zbyszko won nearly 1000 matches in a row before being defeated by Frank Gotch in 1910. He also appeared in several movies, including the 1950 film “Night and the City.” Zbyszko died at St. Joseph, Missouri, hospital on June 10, 1968.

Frank Gotch Award

Mick Foley will receive this year’s Frank Gotch Award for his numerous philanthropic contributions. This award goes to a professional wrestler who brings positive recognition outside the ring. Foley has participated in numerous Make-a-Wish foundation events, and is an active member with RAINN (Rape, Incest, Abuse National Network). He also talks to students about the value of education and has travelled to military bases and hospitals for visits. He is also one of the leading donors of ChildFund International. Foley has been a donor and child sponsor since 1992 and is working to develop schools and community centers overseas.

Lou Thesz Award

Rene Goulet is being recognized for his meritorious public service and for raising professional wrestling through charitable work. Goulet wrestled for 30 years in rings all around the world, including titles with six different organizations. Goulet was featured with in “People” magazine in 1974 with a full-page photograph and was the first man to defeat Ric Flair in the ring. He and his wife Pierette work with various non-profit groups and public service organizations speaking on their behalf and raising money.

Jim Melby Award

J Michael Kenyon is one of the leading professional wrestling historians in the world. Kenyon retired to Port Orford, Ore, after four decades in the newspaper, radio and television trades. He has also served as a director of the Cauliflower Alley Club. Kenyon continues work on his book that will cover professional wrestling from 1886 through 1985.

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A look at the first half of 2010 in the MWR Coverage area. Nominate your favorite.

Posted by flairwhoooooo on May 16, 2010

By Brian Kelley

We are very close to the half year of 2010 and what a year it has been!

In the past few months both WWE and TNA have hosted PPV’S with WWE’S Elimination Chamber and TNA’S lockdown that was also headline with a fan interaction that allowed fans to meet stars such as Kurt Angle, AJ Styles, Rob Vam Dam, Jeff Hardy and most of the rest of the TNA roster.

Old school fans can be happy that they have had a chance to meet the stars that brought memories that will last a lifetime when at TNA’S legends main event brought in the biggest stars of the 80’s and beyond with Ric Flair, Hulk Hogan and Sting.

The fun would keep coming when you were able meet other stars such as former WWE World Champion Bob Backland, Roddy Piper, Road Warrior Animal, Jimmy Snuka along with several other greats during Wrestling Legends on Tour.

On the Indy front I have to believe that everyone involved with their promotions needs to feel thrilled with the support and attendance from the fans as attendance and action has picked up for the most part at most shows.

Former WLW Wrestler  Dennis T McHawes released an autobiography called “Blood Tables and Chairs that allows fans to get a glimpse of the Indy scene not to long ago.

Mike Sydal continues his rise to the National spotlight after winning the PWI Rookie of the Year he followed that up by wrestling during WRESTLEMANIA weekend with Ring of Honor in a six man tag team race and earned the pin fall for his team.

Will Metro Pro Wrestling jump over the competition in 2010 with their debut at Memorial Hall on June 4th?

Till then lets look at 2010 shortly and what to forward to.

Let’s start out alphabetical.

3XWrestling –The 2008 MWR Promotion of the year continues their standard of excellence with some great action. 3XW Heavyweight Champion Jeremy Wyatt and Ring of Honor a World Champion Tyler Black earned a standing ovation in April when the two went to a draw. Rory Fox who came close in 09 by taking out “The Belt Collector” won the May “Gauntlet for the Gold”. This could easily set up Wyatt vs. Fox feud part 2, one that would be great for the fans.

3XW Pure Wrestling Champion Kraig Kessaman has been rolling through the company using the deadly “Nordic Spike” maneuver and has not been pinned at 3XW in 23 months. While 3XW cruiserweight Champion Jimmy Rockwell came very close in defeating 3XW Champion Jeremy Wyatt at the Over the top show earlier this month

On a sad note the very popular tag team The High Flyers of Zach Thompson and Mike Sydal was forced by Todd Countryman to go against each other in a loser leaves town match that saw Thompson earned quite possibly the biggest win his short career by defeating the smoking red hot Sydal.

All American Pro Wrestling – Exciting feuds , shocking moments and near riots mixed in with former WWE and TNA Superstars brought AAPW among the top of the most talked about promotions in the area coverage.

The year started off with the very popular Edmund “Livewire” McGuire holding the AAPW Championship. During a title defense against the popular and powerful Mississippi Madman that would soon end. McGuire’s mountain to retain was huge but the backstabbing of McGuire’s best friend Shane Rich during the match would cost him the title and a feud is set to happen anytime. Rich was suspended for his actions. The fans and McGuire have been itching for a rematch BUT…

The Madman would find himself in the fire quickly as the 2008 MWR Wrestler of the Year Jeremy Wyatt came knocking for the belt. The Madman would retain but not before a near riot almost broke out. AAPW had no other option but to sign a rematch between the two at the very next show. Problems arose when Rich talked his way into the match making it a 3way and capitalizing by taking home the belt.

As of press time AAPW is set to bring to the Midwest WWE’S Jerry Lawler and Kevin Thorn and more AAPW matches at RENT ONE Park on May 22 in prior to a minor league baseball game. AAPW has also brought in TNA’S Andy Douglas and WWE/ECW’S Simon Dean…. We can all look forward to McGuire vs. Rich in the second half of the year.

High Voltage Wrestling – What High Voltage Wrestling lacked in amount of shows they made up for it in quality of matches and continuing their tradition of debuting some of the top stars in the St Louis area. During HVW’s first year they brought you “The Internaininal Superstar” Kahagas, TNA’S Santana G, The Hooligans, Matt Cage, Zero Gravity and Tony Kozina and in their second year they brought to you the very exciting Ryan Phoenix, Flash Flannigan, Dan the Manand Sir Bradley Charles.

Kahagas vs. Flash Flannigan was an instant hit and when the HVW Tag Champions the Hooligans went against the KC Killers the ropes would break but the action would not. Santana G would earn the respect of one of the greatest women wrestlers in the world MsChif and earn the respect of her and the two would team up once again.

Young Brandon Aarons would get a huge win for the fan favorites by defeating fellow young star Mike Sydal for the HVW Livewire Championship.

The HVW Champion has been defending the title around world and looks to face on all challenges in 2010.

Independent Hardcore Wrestling– IHW has been filled with packed shows with action throughout the building. Filled with stars who do not get as much hype like Billy McNeil, Steve Kennedy, Eric Allen, Mephisto and Brandon Aarons they have made themselves a legit promotion and giving the fans their money’s worth.

Former TNA Star Mickie Knuckles and the Great Cheyenne continue the improvement of the  women wrestling Midwest while Eric Allen’s exciting Illinois state Championship shocked the Midwest. IHW Champion Brandon Aarons match with Kennedy was an instant classic. MR Late Nite looks to make his mark in the Midwest to finish off 2010.

IHW heats up the summer in 2010 with a stacked card on June 12th in Dupo Illinois when Mickie Knuckles returns to take on Mia Martinez, SLAM The Canadian Wrestling Hall of Fame’s Tony Kozina will take on exciting Bailey Mannix; Champions will collide when IHW Champion Aarons will meet IHW Illinois Champion Allen in a street fight.

IWA Productions – One of the biggest announcements of the first half had to do with IWA P bringing at their free Wednesdays show last week when non other than ICP came into bring fans to their feet. So much excitement that IWA P had to turn fans away do to a fire code. ALL for free.

In January they brought in former WWE Superstar the Honky Tonk Man and their students stepped up to provide a much talked about match between Christian Rose and Danny Cannon ladder match.

A mixture of free shows and paid shows that has also showcased Matt Cage taking on former WWE Champion Eugene, Ladies star Ann Brookstone along with “Homicidal” Steven Davis provide the fans with some top notch excitement.

Metro East Championship Wrestling– Wrestling in Woodriver provides the fans with an exciting night to hang with friends and family. The promotion had a set back when the MECW had to announce that champion Mannix was unable to defend due to an injury. Mannix though respect for his talent was hated for his actions meant that possibly one of the fan favorites such as Devin Carter or the “Kid” Evan Money could get their chance as MECW Gold.

Imagine the disappointment when bad guy Eric Allen was able to win the 8 man tournament and gain his second title in months. Who will be able to take the title back from EA? Will it be Carter in his rematch on the 22nd, or will Gabriel Brimstone, Brian Scrilla, or the returning Shawn Santel come back to glory.

MECW Tag team champions The Bayou Outlaws are one of the most underappreciated teams in the Midwest and loved by the fans.

On a National level MECW can hang their head up high Barry Ryte in his opportunity to appear at the 14th annual ECWA Super 8 Tournament later this summer on Sat. July 10, 2010 in Newark DE.

MMWA-SICW– The 2009 MWR Promotion of the Year has seen some exciting new faces and old friends join the veterans of the South Broadway Athletic Club. Impressive Dave Vaughn has taken on all challenges in his way including the powerful Donnovan Ruddick.
Speaking of Ruddick the Manager of Champions Travis Cook looks to take him to the top as he has signed him to his stable “The Connections.” With the skills of Ruddick and the mind of Cook these two could be unstoppable.

Brandon Espinosa has returned with a vengeance and is currently the MMWA-SICW JR Heavyweight Champion as well as the MMWA-SICW Battle Royal Champion. Will he set his sights on becoming a Triple Crown championship?

Life is not all good in the world of Travis Cook; he has agitated the returning MMWA-SICW Superstar Ron Powers and Danny Boy. In Cooks favor is the fact that Gary Jackson has also wanted a piece of his old rival Powers.

On a National scene the St Louis Wrestling Hall of Fame that is located at the SBAC presented Ric Flair, Bobby Hennan, Dory Funk JR and Baron Von Raschke with their HOF Plaques at the TNA Fan interaction.

What Midwest Superstars will make their debut at MMWA-SICW in the rest of 2010? I can not wait to find out.

New Midwest Wrestling – The newest promotion at MWR, New Midwest have been around for a long time entertaining fans in Sprinfield Illinois.

The NMW Roster brings together an exciting roster with Cory Carter, Guy Smith, Ryan Phoenix, Dan the Man and Blake Steel as well the New Midwest Wrestling Champion Jonathan Magnus.

New Midwest Wrestling returns this week with Capital Punishment 2010 as Magnus have his title threatened when Rip Mystic comes after him.

NWA Dynamo Pro Wrestling– NWA Dynamo has slowly been building steam heading into the second half of 2010. Home of the NWA Missouri Champion Davey Vega and NWA Central States Championship Mark Sterling they brought us the battle of Champions when the two took on each other during their May 1 show where Vega tapped out to the 2009 MWR Wrestler of the Year.

NWA Missouri Champion Vega will look to get back on track when he takes on Dragon Gate star Kyle O’Reilly on May 22nd.

Like I said a quiet year so far for this top promotion but look for them to sprint to the top in 2010.

NWA Supreme – MWR was honored to be invited to check out this exciting promotion early this year and we were impressed. The giant Bear ST Pierre and the electrifying Da Cobra brings to the ring a fast paced wrestling show with a punch in the Face.

NWA Supreme Champion Da Cobra has been red hot and will look to add Danny Cannon on his list of men he sent home packing. Bear ST Pierre has survived the onslaught on Jeremy Wyatt and De Andre King and Guy Smith and on May 29 he will have the formidable foe of Christian Rose looking to take home the title.

. The Hooligans and the Hybrids tore each other apart in the cage and it looks to only getting hotter as the summer comes around.

Fan have to be excited as the NWA Supreme brings you the NWA Midwest Championship match between the Shiek with Joey Eastman and Silas Young as well on the 29th.

Pro Wrestling Epic – One of the youngest promotions in the MWR Coverage area has been working hard to get respect. Signing some of the top names in the sport they boast some of the top talents in the Midwest today.

One fallback to that statement is that the PWE Champion Keith Walker has been in Japan meaning that he is unable to defend the title as needed. Even with Walker out the states they have the new PWE US Champion Brandon Aarons and the PWE tag team Champions Zero Gravity on their roster.

At their only show of the year the night started of with Mark Sterling as the PWE US Champion. Sterling defeated Mike Sydal then announced to the crowd that he was not done. He would be more than happy to beat anyone else in the locker room. Aarons showed true heart by answering the call even though he was defeated by Wyatt earlier in the night. Amazingly Aarons would defeat Sterling and become the PWE US Champion.

PWE and Aarons returns with their biggest test to date when PWE US Champion Brandon Aarons takes on Ring of Honor World Champion Tyler Black go at it in a match that you will not want to miss.

Pro Wrestling Phoenix– The faction known as Murder Milita looked to have PWP on their knees and in total control at the start of the year. The Murder Militia (Jeremy Wyatt, #1 Brett Young, Mark Sterling, Joey Daniels & Jayden Draigo) would find that Team PWP (PWP Heavyweight Champion ”Babyface” Tony Cortez, Abu Colossus, Jaysin Strife, Chris Havius & Donnie Peppercricket) was not going to back down for nothing.

The bomb is about to go off in the name of WAR Games this coming Saturday. Will the Militia continue to leave the PWP Wrestlers and fans in fear heading into 2010?
Young David Clark, Jimmy Rockwell and Zac James is set to battle in a ladder match for the chance to get a chance at any PWP Championship that night as well.

The PWP Champion Babyface Tony Cortez has defeated Jeremy Wyatt, Joey Daniels Jimmy Rockwell and Jaysin Strife since becoming the Champion last December.

World League Wrestling– Harley Race’s WLW took their time to get back in the game in 2010 but it was well worth the wait.

Starting off the year they had a tournament to crown new WLW Tag Champions and lo and behold Steve Fender and Mark Sterling walked away with the coveted tag team titles. Sterling and Fender are two of the most rounded wrestlers in singles, together they are scary good.

On the Singles from the WLW Title has been filled with action as the powerful Trent Stone held the title till in front of over 300 people in Richmond former WWE Superstar Trevor Murdoch pinned him in a leather strap match to regain the title.

It won’t be easy for Murdoch as Stone, Brian Breaker along with impressive young stars Jack Gamble, Ryan Drago, the Cancun Kid and Eathon Wright will all have their eyes to get to the top of the Mountain.

The WLW Ladies Champion Amy Hennig finds herself with competition all around as TNA’S Santana G earned a DQ victory from Hennig and the unknown Angelus Layne made her debut at WLW Keokuk IA. Some of the most exciting matches in women’s wrestler may well come from WLW.

That is a look at some of the promotions in the first half of the year. We are asking for the Promotions, Wrestlers and Fans to send in their thoughts on who was the best of the best in the first half year at MWR.

There will not be a winner announced for this but this will help the MWR Awards committee to not forget in the 2010 MWR Awards who is deserving. In each category there is some strong competition if the vote was to be voted on today I could not guess who would walk away the winners.

Wrestler of the Year first half
Tag team of the Year First Half
Promotion of the Year First Half
Women of the Year First Half
Match of the Year First Half

Please send in your nominations for the previous promotions to flairwhoooooo@yahoo.com

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PWP 5th Anniversary Spectacular – 5/22 – WAR GAMES!!!

Posted by flairwhoooooo on May 16, 2010

Come celebrate five years of Pro Wrestling Phoenix on May 22nd, 2010 for our 5th Anniversary Spectacular!

We have a HUGE triple main event in store for all of our great fans!

WARGAMES CAGE MATCH
PWP Tag Team Champions The Murder Militia (Jeremy Wyatt, #1 Brett Young, Mark Sterling, Joey Daniels & Jayden Draigo) Vs. Team PWP (PWP Heavyweight Champion ”Babyface” Tony Cortez, Abu Colossus, Jaysin Strife, Chris Havius & Donnie Peppercricket)

This war has been waging for over a year now and its time for everything to come to a head. Jayden Draigo returned to PWP and lit a fire underneath the Militia. Last month Abu Colossus returned to PWP and evened the odds. This will be an amazing spectacle that you will not want to miss!

PWP LEGENDS COLLIDE!
“The Anarchist” Arik Cannon Vs. Hype Gotti

Hype Gotti is coming out of retirement for one night only to face a fellow PWP legend who he never had a chance to step in the ring with, “The Anarchist” Arik Cannon. These names have both been brought up many times when talking about the best matches in PWP history and now the time has finally come for them to square
off. This will be one for the ages!

3 Way Dance LADDER MATCH for a shot at any PWP Championship
Jimmy Rockwell Vs. David Clark Vs. “The Passion” Zac James

Jimmy Rockwell & David Clark have formed an alliance of sorts recently against Zac James & Ryan Slade, but when PWP Management offered them a spot in this match they decided to put opportunity before camaraderie! With “The Passion” in the mix, anything could happen here! The winner of this match gets an
opportunity for a PWP Championship match against either the Heavyweight Champion or the Tag Team Champions that they can cash it at any given moment on any future PWP show.

In other action:

* Last month, Sir Bradley Charles continued to impress PWP officials and fans by defeating Stephen Saint. Saint has demanded a rematch, not wanting to accept defeat at the hands of a newcomer to PWP.

* Former PWP Tag Team Champions The Northstar Express finally return to action in PWP! They will be taking on the flamboyant tag team of the Beautiful Bodies, who are looking to make an impact here in Pro Wrestling Phoenix.

* Preston Maxwell will be taking on the masked high flyer known as Supafly.

DON’T FORGET – ALL PWP TICKETS ARE NOW JUST $10!!!!!

Saturday May 22, 2010

National Guard Armory
2415 E. Kanesville Blvd.
Council Bluffs, IA 51503

Doors: 6:30
Bell Time: 7:00

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The Drill Instructor will sign autographs for his new autobiography “ Blood, Tables and Chairs” at WLW and Borders.

Posted by flairwhoooooo on May 15, 2010

 

Former Midwest Indy star Dennis McHawes who wrestled as the rough and tough Drill Instructor will be at Borders signing his must read new book. McHawes has a great read on what the Indy wrestling scene was like not so long ago. During his time he wrestled a who’s who of stars during that time from working with HVW’S The Magic Man to becoming one of Harley Race’s top stars in the company.

This coming week at World League Wrestling in Desloge Missouri,at World League Wrestling near St Louis fans will get their first chance to personally meet McHawes and have him sign his book.

Then on June 19th at Borders in Crestwood McHawes will have a book signing at the store starting at 2:00

Borders is located at 10990 Sunset Hills Plaza , 63127
Support one our own and get out to meet one of the most popular stars in his day.

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Joe McDonald will be a guest on the Kenny and Ozone Show tomorrow.

Posted by flairwhoooooo on May 14, 2010

 

Tune in tomorrow May 14th to the Kenny and Ozone

Show ( Kenny Ozone ) on Hot Talk 1510 AM.  Joe McDonald will be on talking about the big Metro Pro Wrestling at The Historic Memorial Hall in Kansas City, Kansas. Show starts at 4pm, He  will be on around 5pm.

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NWA Dynamo Pro Recap 5-1-2010

Posted by reimaginejournalism on May 14, 2010

By Kari Williams

The night kicked off with the Submission Squad (Pierre Abernathy & Evan Gelistico) taking on Johnny Montez and Super Electro. Abernathy and Gelistico dominated the majority of the bout, but Montez worked to turn the tide on more than one occasion. However, in the end, Abernathy forced Montez to submit.

Jack Gamble took on Tyler Cook in the second bout. Both athletes put up a good fight, but Gamble let the crowd get to him. Cook stayed one step above Gamble and secured victory.

Mike Sydal then came to the ring to boast about himself, when Brandon Aarons interrupted him and requested to face him. Sydal, who is also the High Voltage Wrestling Livewire Champion claimed to have misplaced the belt, but as Aarons challenged him, HVW promoter TNT Keny G came out from the back—with Sydal’s Livewire belt in tow—and made the match for the championship.

These two skilled athletes put on an excellent match with multiple reversals and near falls. Just when it appeared that Sydal would retain, Aarons got a second win and valiantly fought back. Noticing the change in pace, Sydal then escaped to the back, but Aarons did not let him go that quickly. Upon returning the ring, Sydal argued with the referee about whether or not he could use the belt as a weapon. This altercation gave Aarons enough time to recover and walk away with the Livewire championship.

In the next bout, “The Rebel” Jeremy Wyatt battled with Trent Stone. Wyatt’s technical approach kept Stone grounded for a while, buy Stone refused to go down easily. Wyatt and Stone both had the advantage—and almost the win—on a number of occasions, but it was Stone who capitalized with the spear for the victory.

The Ego Express (“Spoiled” Steven Kennedy and KC Karrington) went up against the Bumrush Brothers (Shorty Biggs and OutKast). Kennedy and Karrington did everything in their power to cheat their way to victory, while Biggs and OutKast did their best to combat the Egos’ dastardly ways. Though Biggs and OutKast were closing in on victory, Karrington stole it away with a pin where his feet were on the ropes. The Bumrush Brothers got their justice by attacking the Egos after the bout.

NWA Missouri champion “Spitfire” Davey Vega went up against NWA Central States champion Mark Sterling with Sterling’s belt on the line. Vega and Sterling matched each other hold for hold and then some. These two champions proved what makes them champions in this bout, as neither was easily giving up or backing down. In the end, however, Vega submitted to the Markshooter, thus allowing Sterling to retain the belt.

The next Dynamo Pro show will be at The Sports Academy (formerly The Game) in Glen Carbon, Ill on May 22.

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New Midwest Wrestling 5/22 Springfield, IL

Posted by flairwhoooooo on May 13, 2010

Location: Lanphier High School Gymnasium
Street: 1300 N 11TH ST
City/Town: Springfield, IL

New Midwest Wrestling kicks off the SUMMER SEASON in style!

NEW MIDWEST CHAMPION JONATHAN MAGNUS will defend against RIP MYSTIC!

BENZ will seek retribution against the returning BILLY MORGAN!

SIX MAN MAYHEM! ATTITUDE INC locks it up with the S.I.N. CLUB, and this will be the BRAWL TO END IT ALL!

Super Scramble Attraction Match signed for May 22nd!
Dan The Man vs TOGA Steve vs “Dodgeball Superstar” vs Bucky Collins vs Blake Steel vs “Prime Time Playa” Bobby Houston!

Due to scheduling conflict, Ryan Phoenix will not be available for May 22nd. Tom Arson still wants a piece of LOGANTYRE. More on this later.

http://www.newmidwest.com

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Gary Jackson takes on Ron Powers at East Carondelet Illinois this Saturday.

Posted by flairwhoooooo on May 13, 2010

The great one Gary Jackson (Photo Credit Mike Van Hoogstraat)

 

Ron Powers has been impressive since he has been back (Photo Credit Mike Van Hoogstraat)

Two of the biggest stars in St Louis Wrestling will continue their feud once again this Saturday when MMWA-SICW makes their way back to East Carondelet.

“The Gorgeous one” Gary Jackson has been loved by fans for years and many state that he is the Ric Flair of ST Louis Wrestling.

Ron Powers has been feared from wrestlers and fans alike with his power that reminds many of the late great “Bruiser” Brody.

There is is no love between these two warriors who have been at each other for years in the past. Now Jackson and Powers meet once again!!

Don’t Miss it.

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3XW – Over The Top Results 5/7/10

Posted by flairwhoooooo on May 12, 2010

Des Moines Social Club
1408 Locust St
Des Moines, IA

Thanks to the awesome crowd that packed the Des Moines Social Club for this excellent show!

1. 3XW Pure Wrestling champion “The Viking Warrior” Kraig Keesaman successfully defended the title over “The Right Price” Aaron Masterson after drilling him with the Nordic Spike in 8:48. Keesaman has now not been pinned or submitted in 23 months of competition.

Following the match, Hunter Matthews came out and addressed the crowd and Masterson, talking about losing to Masterson at Spring Showdown and talked about how ashamed his mother his of his actions is of late. He then proceeded to vicious assault Masterson with a brutal Piledriver. Due to the injuries Masterson sustained from the beatings at the hands of Matthews and Keesaman, he was unable to compete in the Gauntlet for the Gold later in the evening.

2. Malia Hosaka defeated Claudia Del Solis after an impressive facebuster in 11:36. Solis, an impressive newcomer to 3XW that won over the crowd, was accompanied at ringside by members of the Mid Iowa Rollers roller derby team, who have bouts on May 15th and May 22nd at Hy-Vee Hall. Visit http://www.midiowarollers.com for more details.

3. Mark Sterling beat Gage Octane by DQ in a wild match in 14:34 that saw Brian Ash and “Delicious” Devin Carter of the Gentlemen’s Club jump Sterling, only for Sterling to be saved by the Horndogs (Maddog McDowell and Krotch), which allowed Sterling to spear Octane and almost apply the Markshooter to Octane following the match. Luckily for Octane, his teammates outside the ring were able to pull him out of the hold. Sterling challenged all four members of the Gentlemen’s Club to an 8-man tag team match against Sterling, McDowell, Krotch and a partner to be announced at Downtown Destruction on June 4.

4. “The Unbreakable” Zach Thompson defeated his High Flyers’ partner Mike Sydal following a Dublin Driver in a very emotional and hard fought “Loser Leaves 3XWrestling” match set up by 3XW Commissioner Todd Countryman in 14:41. Following the match, both men shook hands and embraced in the ring while “American Pie” by Don McLean played over the speakers and the fans gave Sydal a standing ovation. Sydal walk around ringside after the match and shook hands with many of fans in the crowd.

5. 3XW Heavyweight champion “The Rebel” Jeremy Wyatt successfully defended his title over 3XW Cruiserweight champion “The Rockstar” Jimmy Rockwell following a Cropduster DDT in a tremendous championship match in 25:34. Rockwell earned many nearfalls over the champ, leaving fans on the edge of their seats. The end of the match saw Wyatt laying on the mat and Rockwell going up to the top rope for his patented Rock On Bomb. 3XW Pure Wrestling champion Kraig Keesaman, who attacked Rockwell last month, stood at the top of the entrance ramp and distracted Rockwell while he was standing on the tunrbuckle. When Rockwell went for the move, Wyatt had recovered enough to roll out of the way before spiking Rockwell with the Cropduster DDT for the win.

6. Fifth Annual 25-Man Gauntlet for the Gold Battle Royal – Entrant No. 13 Rory Fox won the battle royal and a future 3XW Heavyweight championship match in 30:45 after eliminating Maddog McDowell and Brian Ash (entrants No. 1 and 2) last to win the match.

– Tyler Cook made his return to 3XW as the final entrant (No. 25) and eliminated heavy-favorite Kraig Keesaman, who was distracted by Jimmy Rockwell on the outside of the ring.

– “The Laotian Sensation” Ricky Kwong (No. 10) was accompanied to the ring by his manager “The Laotian Liaison” Chad Mylan. Kwong put in a very impressive performance, eliminating the second-most competitors at three behind Rory Fox’s four. Every time Kwong eliminated an opponent, Mylan gleefully grabbed the microphone and proudly announced that Kwong had eliminated another opponent. Kwong’s run was finally ended when Fox threw him over the top rope, causing Mylan to go irate. The only competitors in the battle longer than Kwong were Maddog McDowell, Brian Ash and Devin Carter (No. 3). Mylan also introduced his new Mylan Management Agency (MMA). More details on the next episode of Outside the Ring.

– Fox also eliminated Gage Octane, who once again reached the final five of the Gauntlet for the Gold. Every year that Octane has competed, he’s reached the final five competitors, but he’s never won.

– The Gentlemen’s Club and Sterling/Maddog McDowell/Krotch, opponents next month in the 8-man tag, targeted each other throughout the match. Ash violently eliminated Krotch, punching him in the face when Krotch tried to springboard back into the ring. Sterling eliminated Carter, last year’s winner. Brian Ash eliminated Mark Sterling as Sterling was battling with Octane.

– Sexy and Smooth (Ryan Slade and A.J. Smooth) were eliminated by Jon West and Sir Bradley Charles. Sexy and Smooth have already challenged West and Charles to a tag team match on June 4 at Downtown Destruction.

– Former ring announcer KL Snow – the only ring announcer to ever lose a “Loser Leaves Town” stipulation – attempted to sneak his way into the battle royal and regain employment in 3XW, only to be quickly pushed aside upon entrance by the debuting Hamlet Azul (a masked European luchador and figure skating enthusiast) and directed backstage by 3XW officials.

– Other masked competitors included the Rebelucha (a confederate luchador), Ski Mask Malloy (martial arts master from the Ozarks), The Yellow Dog (eliminated by Ash after Ash threw Dog’s toy over the top rope and he jump over the rope to fetch it), and Disco Diablo En Fuego (a demonic dancing luchador).

– Besides the ones mentioned above, other returns and debuts included Jaysin Strife, David Clark, and Sparrow.

Upcoming appearances:
– 3XW will hold wrestling outside all afternoon and into the evening on Saturday, May 15th as part of the Des Moines Social Club’s annual Subjective Circus event. Lots of other entertainment as well, including live music and special events/games for the kids. Come join us to see lots of matches. http://www.desmoinessocialclub.org

– 3XW stars will also be appearing at the Mid Iowa Rollers bout on May 22nd at Hy-Vee Hall. http://www.midiowarollers.com

– 3XW presents Downtown Destruction 2 at the Des Moines Social Club on June 4th

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