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Ricky Cruz seeks revenge on Ron Powers plus MsChif and Serenity debuts in East Carondelet this Saturday .

Posted by flairwhoooooo on December 5, 2011

By Brian Kelley

MMWA-SICW and promoter Herb Simmons will be giving you, the fans a Christmas show that you will not soon forget. First he has sent word that as a holiday gift for fans of women wrestling, there will be a debut at SICW of two of the best today going at it one on one.

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It will be ST Louis’s own and arguably the best female wrestler to come out of the Midwest since Penny Banner and there is  no doubtshe is  the most popular star in St Louis today, Thats right  “Your souls Tormentor” MsChif will debut for MMWA-SICW.

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Fans young and old, are thrilled to see MsChif in action, can Serenity be a scrooge and get a victory over one of the very best females in the world?

Her opponent will be rising female star Serenity.

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This will mark only the second time since these two have met. The first was March 27, 2010 at HVW during a tag match as Serenity teamed up with Florida star Jessika Haze in a losing effort against MsChif and the Midwest Sweetheart Santana G.

The experts are excited about this match up and feel as if Serenity, who at that time during their first match was very new to ring   and not ready for MsChif . She has improved her game, to be not only be in a match with MsChif, but able to capture the biggest win in her career this Saturday night.

There has been no doubt that the name Serenity has been the talk of the Midwest in Central Illinois in 2011 ,  and many feel thst om 2012  it may be a year the year Serenity in the female division.

We were able to catch up with MsChif on her match this coming Saturday December 10th in East Carondelet , Illinois.

Fans at the MMWA-SICW in East Carondelet will be treated to a rocking and bruising Christmas as Ricky Cruz looks to get retribution on Ron Powers this Saturday. Fans last month got to see one of the most brutal beat down ever in MMWA-SICW history.

Let’s look back at a small recap from the last recap at MWR Mayhem in East Carondelet as Ricky Cruz feels the wrath of Ron Powers- World War 3 is just beginning.

Cruz admitted that he centered his efforts on the St. Louis area because it was the base for Powers. When Powers worked in Puerto Rico several years ago, according to Cruz, Powers used his piledriver and other assorted violent tactics to sideline several wrestlers – one of whom was Cruz’ older brother. That brother suffered neck damage and still has pain even after curtailing his career. Cruz swore to get revenge on Powers, especially after seeing Powers used a piledriver against Dave Vaughn on the floor Oct. 15.

Cruz promised to be “Powers’ judge, jury and executioner.”

This brought Powers to the ring.Ron denied knowing about Cruz’ brother. He also graphically described being a young kid with a big reputation alone in Puerto Rico, billed as the protégé of Bruiser Brody, fighting off attacks from unexpected sources and pulling out the stops in every match. He added that he had changed, was now a father of three himself and only carried on as a Wildman to satisfy the fans and promoter Herb Simmons, along with longtime mentor Larry Matysik. He apologized to Cruz, said he was ready to quit, would give Cruz the Classic title, and if he had injured the brother was sincerely sorry and wrong.

To see what happen next please click here. ( Fans with a weak stomach be prepared for the images of the aftermath is very graphic.

MWR was able to catch up with Ryan Cruz this weekend who had this warning to the CCW Champion Ron Powers.

Do not miss this historic night of action, December 10th in East Carondelet Illinois for a Christmas celebration Christmas style.

To check out more info on MsChif including a way to purchase her MWR Trading card, click here.

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MWR exclusive interview with WWE Hall of Famer Kevin Von Erich.

Posted by flairwhoooooo on December 4, 2011

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The packed house at WLW –Pro Wrestling Noah show had the opportunity to speak to Kevin Von Erich, sign autographs, share memoires of the Von Erich greatest moments and have their picture taken with the man many of the them grew up as kids cheering on as they took on the Freebirds, Iceman Parsons, Chris Adams, "Gorgeous" Jimmy Garvin and members of Skandor Akbar's Devastation Inc. This young lady waited for her turn to speak to Von Erich was an example how happy fans were about him being at the show.

Missouri Wrestling Revival was honored to be a guest of WLW during their annual WLW WWE Pro Wrestling Noah camp recently. A great week filled for the young stars of pro wrestling to learn from the very best.

For a full recap from MWR called WLW/WWE/Pro Wrestling Noah presented a magical week for wrestlers and fans in the Midwest in October.

During the camp I was fortunate able to interview Kevin Von Erich.  The Von Erich name is filled with triumph and tragedy throughout the years. Loved not only in their home state of Texas, their talents and charisma would be a huge catalyst for the wrestling boom in the 80’s.

During the time we spoke, you could tell that today he is happy surrounded by many that love him including his children.

I hope you enjoy this interview that was filmed at Harley Race’s World League Wrestling training facility in Eldon Missouri.

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Dartallion Allen JR’s Ric Flair

Posted by flairwhoooooo on September 14, 2011

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Join Brian Kelley as he represents ECW Press on September 17th to discuss Larry Matysik’s new book “The 50 greatest wrestlers of All-time” at SICW.

Posted by flairwhoooooo on September 12, 2011

Straight from the desk of ECW Press from Toronto Canada.

Brian Kelley of the highly-respected Missouri Wrestling Revival website has been requested to represent ECW Press from Toronto at the SICW Wrestling Explosion show Saturday, Sept. 17 at the East Carondelet Community Center.

Michael Holmes, the editor for ECW Press, asked Kelley to discuss the wrestling books ECW has published, in particular those by Larry Matysik from St. Louis. Holmes noted that Brian is very familiar with Matysik’s books Wrestling at the Chase, Brody and Drawing Heat the Hard Way.

The key focus of Kelley’s talk will be Matysik’s new book about the “50 greatest wrestlers of all time”, which Larry is finishing now and will be out late next spring.

Jeff Vernetti of Sports Talk Radio 1380 will be doing the interview with Brian Kelley.

The main event Sept. 17 is a Classic Championship match between titleholder Ron Powers and challenger Chris Hargas.

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Ron Powers is out of control in 2011 while looking to take out young Chris Hargas. *Photo Mike Van Hoogstraat*

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Chris Hargas has met big men before in the like of Donovan Ruddick. He will have to be at his best to beat the champ Ron Powers. *Photo Mike Van Hoogstraat*

Call 618-286-3393 for ticket information.

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Publishers Weekly recognized ECW Press as one of the most diversified independent publishers in North America. ECW Press has published close to 1,000 books that are distributed throughout the English-speaking world and translated into dozens of languages.

Check out their website here.

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Buy the next issue of Pro Wrestling Illustrated from their web site and save $4 off the cover price!

Posted by flairwhoooooo on September 7, 2011

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For more info click on their website here.

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Ron Powers excited to be named one of Larry Matysik’s 50 Greatest Wrestlers of All-time.

Posted by flairwhoooooo on September 7, 2011

Earlier this week Michael Holmes, the editor for ECW Press that on Saturday September 17th in East Carondelet, IL  the fans will have a special interview with MWR’S Brian Kelley on the most talked about wrestling book for the upcoming year, Larry Matysik’s “ 50 Wrestlers of All Time”.

Word quickly got back to the CWC Champion Ron Powers, Though the names on the list have not been announced yet, Powers was ecstatic that Matysik was honoring the great men in the sport of wrestling with such a great book. In response, MWR received this letter from the champion.

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Ron Powers is one of the best in the Midwest and feels he deserves to be named in Larry Matysik's 50 Greatest wrestlers of all-time (Photo Credit Mike Van Hoogstraat)

To all my die hard fans,

It was an honor to be the subject in Larry Matysik’s first two books, “Wrestling at the Chase”, and “Brody”. I feel, as do all of you, these books would not have reached the level they did, had my name not been mentioned. Larry knows, and accepts this for a fact. And now, “The 50 Greatest Wrestlers of all-time “,will hit the shelves.

Soon to become a best seller, this book will name the top 50 wrestlers to have ever entered the squared circle. It will be a milestone in my career, to see my name in the top 50. Lord knows I deserve it! If this book has been written with any accuracy, I should be in the top 25. Let’s hope Mr. Matysik remembers what sells……………..ME.

Sincerely Yours,
Ron Powers

Please join us in less than two weeks when Missouri Wrestling Revival will return to East Carondelet for a special TV Tapping. During the night MWR’S Brian Kelley,  will be having a special interview along with Jeff Vernetti of Sports Talk Radio 1380 speaking about the much anticipated Larry Matysik’s new book about the “50 greatest wrestlers of all time”, which Larry is finishing now and will be out late next spring.

The main event Sept. 17 is a Classic Championship match between titleholder Ron Powers and challenger Chris Hargas.

We look forward to see you there.

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MWR Trading card #56 “Diamond Steel“ Ryan Howe.

Posted by flairwhoooooo on September 5, 2011

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Opponents have had to deal with a High Voltage attack from the rocker Ryan Howe in 2011. (Photo Credit Pamela Barnett)

Fans got a chance to see Ryan Howe during the 2011 WWE’S Tough Enough reality show earlier this year. Though the young star would not become the winner of the competition, he has not sit and cried about it. No, he has been working around the country all summer long taking on each and every competitor who has stepped up to the plate.

Howe has learned from one of the best in Tracy Smothers, and is truly one of the top stars to watch for with his size and charisma that continues to rock the ring all nigh long.

It is with great pleasure to present to you the rookie card of “Diamond Steel” Ryan Howe.

#1 The Northstar Express Darin Corbin and Ryan Cruz – 2008 MWR Tag team of the Year
#2 Mark Sterling– 2009 MWR Wrestler of the Year
#3 The Hooligans Devin and Mason Cutter – 2009 MWR Tag Team of the Year
#4 MsChif – 2009 MWR Female Wrestler of the Year
#5 Mike Sydal – 2009 Pro Wrestling Illustrated Rookie of the Year —-SOLD OUT—
#6 Jeremy Wyatt – 2008 MWR Wrestler of the Year, 2008 & 2009 MWR Match of the Year (vs. Michael Strider, vs. Tyler Cook)
#7 Santana G – Midwest Sweetheart
#8 Kahagas – The Tokyo Monster
#9 Mephisto – Hardcore Favorite
#10 Tyler Black – Ring of Honor World Champion
#11 Sir Bradley Charles – Rising star trained by Lance Storm
#12 Brandon Espinosa – Talented Superstar
#13 Dave Vaughn – The Wrestling Machine
#14 “The Future” Donovan Ruddick – The 6’9″ Monster
#15 Brandon Aarons – Current Triple Crown Champion in the Midwest
#16 Davey Richards – Arguably the best in the world today
#17 “Superstar” Steve Fender – First American wrestler to train in Pro Wrestling NOAH Dojo
#18 MR Late Nite – “Hollywood Super Agent”
#19 Eric Allen – The Pride of Peoria
#20 Eddie Edward – American Wolf
#21 Evan Money – The Pro Wrestling Kid
#22 Delirious – A Familiar Face from “The Edge of Insanity”
#23 Jason Jones – On the Path to Superstardom
#24 Tony Kozina – Rugged and Well-Traveled Veteran
#25 Jeromy Robb Senior Referee at 3XW and MECW
#26 Sean Vincent Canada’s Favorite wrestler
#27 Lucy Mendez – Midwest Latino Knockout
#28 Trevor Murdock – Former WWE Superstar
#29 Eric Davis –Senior referee at IHW and PWE
#30 Angel -ECW Original
#31 Jonathan Greshem– Electrifying young star
#32 Brett Young -#1
#33 Michael Crase Jr -Metro and NWA Dynamo Ref
#34 -U-Gene Dinsmore– Lovable fan favorite.
#35Billy McNeil– Innovating high flyer.
#36 Mia Martinez – Mysterious and fiery, Midwest diva
#37 Mike Sydal – 2010 MWR Wrestler of the Year
#38 Stacey O’Brien-2008 MWR Female Wrestler of the Year
#39Neil Diamond Cutter– Prince of Death
#40Bloody Harker Dirge– God of Thunder
# 41Brian Breaker– 2011 Pro Wrestling Noah tour
# 42 Brandon Schmitt -WLW and Metro Pro Ref
#43 The The Mississippi Madman– PWE Champion
#44 Dan Gier WLW Announcer
#45 B.G. James– 7 time World Tag Champion
#46 Rob Conway– 3 Time WWE Tag Champion.
#47 Larry Zbyszko- 2 time AWA World Champion
#48 Michael Barry – MR Saturday Night
#49 The Lumberjacks Abe and Gabe– Most decorated tag team in the Midwest
#50 Larry Matysik – Wrestling at the Chase announcer
#51 Jimmy Jacobs– ROH Superstar
#52 The Survivor Barry Ryte – Cancer Survivor
#53 Jessie Belle Smothers – Tracey Smothers daughter DING DING
#54 The Strong Style Devil’s – Bailey Mannix Eric Allen, Loveley Leon
#55 Ace Hawkins– Young High flyer

For a complete list of Missouri Wrestling Revival trading cards as well as WWE , TNA and Japan sets check out the website Wrestling trading cards.com here.

To purchase MWR Trading cards:

1) Catch the star at a show to have them autograph the cards personally
2) Contact them via facebook or myspace
3) Send $1.50 in money order or check for each card at *
Brian Kelley
305 West 3rd Salisbury Missouri 65281

*Checks will take longer to clear than money orders so expect time for that to happen. Make sure you list exactly what card you are wanting to have.

Please note that when purchasing MWR Trading cards from the wrestlers, that they decide the prices for their cards. We highly recommend that you get them from the stars themselves and let them know that you enjoy MWR.

These cards are limited and are not mass produced making them highly collectable.

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Oliver Cain defeats Eddie Edwards; one of the best in the world at NWA Supreme.

Posted by flairwhoooooo on August 29, 2011

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Photo credit Brian Kelley

The NWA X-Division Champ Oliver Cain was faced with his biggest challenge to date when he was set to defend his title against former Ring of Honor World Champion Eddie Edwards.  In a battle that saw Eddie Edwards chop the living daylights out of the champ from ring post to ring post, the fans were seen shrieking from the sounds of the blows to Cain’s chest.  
 
Midway through the match Oliver Cain was on the ropes, bleeding from the chops and a clothesline that looked to take Cain out of the matchup for good.  Cain  could have easily of given up, a lesser  man would have.
 
 With the heart and dedication of a champion Oliver Cain stepped up his game to show Eddie Edwards why he was the NWA X-division Champion. 
 
With an flying elbow, from the top rope, and some vicious kicks to Edwards the fight was on. Edwards still looked in control  as the match heated up. It would be one mistake from Edwards during the match that would have the fan favorite Cain have hope. As Edwards went  for the pin, Cain hooked a triangle choke on the ROH Starwhile getting his own shoulders off the mat to escape the pin.
 
At first it looked as if Edwards would be able to escape himself but as Cain adjusted his body and put on the pressure, Edwards had no other choice but to tap out to the NWA X-Division Champion.
 
Fans came to their feet as the two men shook hands in middle of the ring. 

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7) Zero Gravity ( Brett Gakiya and CJ Esparza)

Posted by flairwhoooooo on August 12, 2011

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Even Powerhouses like Mason Beck can find himself looking up at an onslaught from Zero Gravity.

How can you not love the team of Zero Gravity?

Don’t blink or you will miss them as they will hit you high, then hit you low and back high again. The team of Zero Gravity is always a threat to steal the show.

The first ever PWE tag team champions have returned once again to New Midwest Wrestling providing fans in Springfield to celebrate.

The talented duo who was MWR’S Dubray Tallman’s pick for her favorite tag team never fail to impress as their talents have been sought out past the MWR Coverage area which certainly have cost them spots in this list.

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All American Pro Wrestling is proud to announce the launch of a new, official magazine, AAPW All Access.

Posted by flairwhoooooo on August 11, 2011

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All American Pro Wrestling is proud to announce the launch of a new, official magazine, AAPW All Access.

The first issue, available for sale at the promotion’s television taping on Sunday, Aug. 28, features AAPW Champion Edmund ‘Livewire’ McGuire’s long history with the championship. McGuire represents the company heading into its television era, which begins at noon on Saturday, Sept. 3, on WSIL TV-3.

The magazine will be priced at $5. For those fans who can’t make the show but would like to own this piece of AAPW history, email aapwallaccess@gmail.com. Online orders will be $8, including shipping. But, of course, AAPW will want to be in Marion, Ill., on Aug. 28 to see Ring of Honor World Champion Davey Richards make his appearance in an AAPW ring.

Join us for this historic occasion and be part of Southern Illinois professional wrestling history.”

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